Why Stayoa instead of Airbnb or Booking.com?

With Stayoa, you receive 100% of the booking amount – no commissions. You have full control over design, pricing, and availability. Your booking page is SEO-optimized and visible to Google, leading to more direct inquiries. Independence from platforms means more freedom and higher profit margins.

How do direct bookings work without commissions?

Stayoa creates your own booking website with integrated payment system. Guests book directly with you – 100% of the money goes to your account. We use Stripe Connect for secure payments. No hidden fees, no per-booking commissions. You only pay the monthly platform fee.

How does synchronization with other platforms work?

Via iCal links, your Stayoa calendar automatically syncs with Airbnb, Booking.com, and other platforms. New bookings are imported in real-time, preventing double bookings. The synchronization runs in the background – you don't need to do anything manually.

Can I use my own domain?

Yes, from the Pro plan you can use your own domain. You keep your brand, and your guests see your own domain instead of a subdomain. We support you with the setup and ensure automatic SSL encryption.

Is my booking page SEO-optimized?

Yes, all Stayoa websites are fully SEO-optimized. Your page will be indexed by Google and can appear in search results. We use Schema.org structured data, optimized meta tags, and a clear page structure. This leads to more organic traffic and direct inquiries.

Stayoa is designed for vacation rentals, villas, and boutique accommodations that want to achieve more direct bookings through their own website. Perfect for hosts who want to be independent, maintain their brand control, and avoid the high commissions from platforms.

What is Stayoa?

Name: Stayoa
Price: 19 CHF
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Stayoa is a direct booking platform for independent hosts and property managers. The platform enables you to receive direct bookings without commissions while benefiting from professional tools.

Who is Stayoa for?

Stayoa is designed for hosts with one or more properties who want to become independent from large booking platforms – from a single vacation rental to a portfolio with multiple properties.

The Core Philosophy

Direct Control Over Your Business

You maintain full control over your prices, availability, and guest relationships. No hidden fees, no commissions on bookings, no restrictions from third-party platforms.

What this means for you:

Save 15-20% commission per booking
Build direct relationships with your guests
Retain 100% control over your data

Transparent Pricing

Instead of commissions on every booking, you pay a fixed monthly fee. The more bookings you have, the more cost-effective Stayoa becomes for you.

Main Features

1. Property Management

Manage your properties centrally in the dashboard:

Property Management: Create, edit, and manage properties
Detailed Information: Name, type, address, geo-coordinates
Amenities: Max guests, bedrooms, bathrooms, beds
Check-in/Check-out: Flexible time configuration
House Rules: Define individual house rules
Nearby Places: Attractions and points of interest

2. Booking System

Professional booking system with full control:

Online Bookings: Directly through your booking page
Availability Check: Real-time calendar
Booking Status: PENDING, CONFIRMED, CANCELLED
Guest Information: Name, email, phone
Automatic Blocking: Calendar is automatically updated
Guest Access: Token-based access for guests to their booking

3. Pricing & Fees

Flexible pricing for every situation:

Base Price: Price per night
Weekend Pricing: Separate prices for Friday/Saturday
Seasonal Pricing: Period-based prices (e.g., high season)
Discounts: Weekly (from 7 nights), Monthly (from 28 nights)
Additional Fees: Cleaning fee, security deposit, extra guests
Tourist Tax: Per guest per night
Multi-Currency: CHF, EUR, USD, and more

4. Payment Integration

Secure payment processing with Stripe Connect:

Stripe Connect: 100% revenue goes directly to you
Payment Methods: Credit card, SEPA, Apple Pay, Google Pay
Automatic Refunds: Based on cancellation policy
Payment Status: Real-time tracking of all payments
Stripe Dashboard: Direct access to your Stripe account

5. Design & Branding

Customize your booking page individually:

Design Editor: Customize colors, typography, buttons
Logo & Branding: Own logo and favicon
Layout: Spacing, container width
Hero Image: Main image for your page
CTA Configuration: Customize call-to-action button
Live Preview: See changes immediately

6. Custom Domains

Use your own domain:

Custom Domain: book.your-domain.com
Subdomain: your-property.stayoa.app
Domain Verification: Automatic verification
Primary Domain: Set main domain
Domain Status: Tracking of PENDING, ACTIVE, ERROR

7. iCal Synchronization

Synchronize with other platforms:

Import: From Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO
Export: For external platforms
Automatic Sync: Every 30-60 minutes
Manual Sync: Trigger manually at any time
Calendar Blocks: Prevents double bookings

8. AI Features

AI-powered tools for better content:

Description Generator: Property descriptions in DE/EN
Title Generator: SEO-optimized titles
Translation Helper: Automatic translations
Tone Selection: Professional, Friendly, Exclusive
Usage Tracking: Rate limiting based on plan

9. Team Management

Collaborate with your team:

Property Members: Manager, Viewer roles
Invitation System: Email-based invitations
Multi-Property Access: Members for multiple properties
Permission System: Property-level access control
Invitation Tracking: Status (accepted/pending/expired)

10. Analytics & Reports

Data-driven insights:

Custom Analytics: Privacy-first, GDPR-compliant
Page Views & Visitors: Traffic overview
Conversion Rate: Booking conversion tracking
Revenue Report: Monthly trends
Occupancy Report: Occupancy rates
Tax Report: Tax report for accounting
Export: CSV download of all reports

11. Guest Communication

Communicate with your guests:

Guest Messaging: Token-based messages
Email Automation: Booking confirmation, check-in reminders
Cancellation Emails: Automatic notifications
Multilingual: DE/EN support
Email Preferences: Manage notifications

12. SEO & Discovery

Get found online:

Schema.org: Structured data (VacationRental)
Meta Tags: SEO-optimized metadata
Sitemap: Automatic generation
Robots.txt: Domain-aware
Multilingual SEO: DE/EN support

Technology & Security

Modern Architecture

Stayoa is built with the latest technologies:

Frontend: React, Next.js 15 for fast loading times
Backend: Node.js, PostgreSQL for reliability
Cloud: Vercel Edge Network for global performance
CDN: Optimized image and content delivery

Security & Privacy

Backup & Availability:

Daily automatic backups
99.9% uptime guarantee
Disaster recovery plan
24/7 monitoring

Learn more about security in the Security & Privacy Guide.

Pricing Plans

Stayoa offers different plans for different needs:

Starter Plan – 19 CHF / Month

Perfect for getting started:

1 property
1 team member
Subdomain included
iCal sync
Email support

Professional Plan – 39 CHF / Month

For professional hosts:

Up to 5 properties
Up to 5 team members
Custom domain
AI assistance for text & translations
Advanced SEO features
Priority support

Scale Plan – Custom Pricing

For property managers and larger portfolios:

Unlimited properties
Unlimited team members
White-label options
API access
Dedicated account manager
SLA guarantees

Important

All prices plus VAT. No hidden costs. Cancel monthly. No setup fees.

Comparison with Alternatives

Stayoa vs. Airbnb & Booking.com

Aspect	Stayoa	Airbnb/Booking
Commissions	None	15-20%
Own Brand	Yes	No
Guest Contact	Direct	Limited
Price Control	Full	Limited
Payout	2-7 days	24h-30 days
Monthly Costs	From 19 CHF	None
Guest Data	100%	Limited

Stayoa vs. Custom Development

Aspect	Stayoa	Own Website
Setup Time	15 minutes	Weeks/Months
Technical Know-how	Not required	Required
Maintenance	Included	Self
Development Costs	None	5,000+ CHF
Running Costs	From 19 CHF/month	Server + Developer
Updates & Features	Automatic	Manual

Next Steps

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Quickstart Guide – Ready to go in 15 minutes
Important Concepts – Understand how Stayoa works
Start Free Trial – Test for 14 days without obligation

Have Questions?

Email: support@stayoa.app
Live Chat: Available in the dashboard
FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to Stayoa – your platform for successful direct bookings!

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