How can I add/delete a manual calendar block?

Managing your calendar keeps your availability accurate and prevents double bookings. This guide explains how to add and remove manual calendar blocks in your Holidu Host account.

How to Add a Manual Calendar Block

Follow these simple steps to add a calendar block to your Holidu Host account:

1. Log in to your Holidu Host account
2. Go to the Calendar section at the top of your dashboard
3. Click Block in the Availability panel on the right side
4. Select dates — click your start date, then your end date
5. Confirm dates by clicking the Confirm dates button on the right side
6. Enter details in the pop-up form that appears
7. Click Save to apply the block to your calendar

Your calendar will update immediately with the new blocked dates. You can add multiple blocks throughout your calendar to manage your availability as needed.

How to Remove a Manual Calendar Block

If you need to delete a calendar block, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Calendar section in your Holidu Host account
2. Click on the blocked dates you want to remove
3. Select Remove Block from the menu that appears
4. Confirm the removal if prompted

The calendar updates automatically once you remove the block, and those dates become available for bookings again.

Important Considerations for Calendar Management

Keep these key points in mind when managing your calendar blocks:

• Keeping your calendar up to date prevents double bookings and maximises occupancy
• There is currently no way to automatically open or close availability based on lead time (for example, after 9, 12, or 18 months). To control availability beyond a certain timeframe, you'll need to manually block or unblock the relevant dates
• If you need at least one day between stays for cleaning, block that date manually as soon as possible. Automatic gap rules between check-out and check-in are not currently available
• Review your calendar blocks periodically to ensure you're not missing booking opportunities

Why Use Direct Booking Instead of Manual Blocks?

Manual calendar blocks work well for blocked dates, but Holidu offers a better solution for direct bookings. Manage direct bookings without the manual work using Holidu's direct booking tools — including the Offer Tool, Host Website, and Booking Module. These features let you receive, manage, and track direct bookings in one place, with automatic calendar sync, secure payments, and guest messaging built in.

This approach saves time and ensures your calendar stays synchronized across all your bookings, whether they come through Holidu or directly from guests.

Need Additional Help?

If you have questions about managing your calendar or need further assistance with manual calendar blocks, please use our contact form to reach our support team. We're here to help you make the most of your Holidu Host account.