How to Block Dates and Manage Offline Bookings in Hosthub

Managing date availability and offline bookings in Hosthub is essential to ensure synchronization across all connected channels. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of how to block dates, manage offline bookings, and maintain accurate availability.

Overview of Date Blocking in Hosthub

Hosthub does not pull manual blocks from channel calendars. To ensure proper synchronization, all date blocks and offline bookings must be added directly in the Hosthub calendar. Once added, Hosthub will automatically update all connected channels, ensuring consistent availability.

Steps to Block Dates for Offline Bookings or Non-Synced Channels

To block dates for offline bookings, renovations, or other reasons:

• Navigate to CALENDARS > BLOCK DATE in Hosthub.
• Select the dates you want to block and confirm the action.
• Hosthub will propagate these blocked dates to all connected channels, ensuring synchronization.

Important: If you previously blocked dates directly on channel calendars (e.g., Airbnb, Booking.com), you must re-block them in Hosthub to ensure they sync across all platforms.

Adding Offline Bookings

For reservations received outside connected channels (e.g., phone or in-person bookings):

• Open the Hosthub calendar.
• Add the offline booking, including details like guest name and payout if needed.
• Hosthub will sync this booking across all connected channels, marking the dates as unavailable.

Difference Between Blocking Dates and Adding Offline Bookings

• Block Dates: Use this feature to make specific dates unavailable without creating a reservation. Ideal for personal use, renovations, or housekeeping. These appear as "blocks" in reports.
• Add Booking: Use this for offline reservations to create a booking that syncs across channels. These appear as "bookings" in reports and can include guest details.

FAQs and Troubleshooting

Why aren’t manual blocks from channel calendars syncing to Hosthub?

Hosthub does not import manual blocks from channel calendars. Always block dates directly in Hosthub to ensure synchronization.

What happens if I don’t block dates in Hosthub?

If dates are not blocked in Hosthub, they may remain available on connected channels, leading to potential double bookings.

How should I handle calendar dates when activating a new channel connection?

Before activating a new channel, block any unavailable dates in Hosthub. Once the connection is live, Hosthub will sync the blocked dates to the new channel. By following these guidelines, you can effectively manage date availability and offline bookings in Hosthub, ensuring seamless synchronization across all connected channels.

Updated on: 02/07/2026