Manual calendar blocks let you mark dates as unavailable in your Holidu calendar so guests cannot book them. You can use a block to close dates for maintenance, personal use, or a booking you received outside Holidu. You can remove a block at any time to reopen those dates for bookings. Keeping your blocks up to date prevents double bookings and helps you get the most out of your occupancy.

How do I add a manual calendar block?

To add a manual calendar block, log in to your Holidu Host account, open the Calendar section, click Block in the Availability panel, select your start and end dates, click Confirm dates, enter the details in the pop-up form, and save. The blocked dates will appear in your calendar right away.

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 your dates by clicking your start date, then your end date.
5. Click Confirm dates on the right side.
6. Enter the details in the pop-up form that appears.
7. Click Save to apply the block to your calendar.

Example: Blocking dates for the upcoming week

Suppose you need to close your property from Monday to Wednesday next week for maintenance. Click Block, select Monday as your start date and Wednesday as your end date, click Confirm dates, add a short note such as "Maintenance" in the pop-up form, and save. Those three days will then show as blocked and cannot be booked by guests.

How do I delete a manual calendar block?

To delete a manual calendar block, go to the Calendar section, click the blocked dates you want to remove, select Remove Block from the menu, and confirm if prompted. Your calendar updates automatically, and the dates become available for booking again.

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.
5. Check your calendar to confirm the dates are now open.

What should I keep in mind when managing calendar blocks?

• Keep your calendar up to date to prevent double bookings and maximise occupancy.
• Holidu does not currently offer a way to automatically open or close availability based on lead time, such as 9, 12, or 18 months in advance. To control availability beyond a certain timeframe, add or remove blocks for the relevant dates manually.
• 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 regularly to make sure you are not missing booking opportunities.

Can I block dates for a booking I received outside Holidu?

Yes, you can block the dates manually, but you can also handle these bookings entirely within Holidu. If you received a booking through WhatsApp, email, or phone, use the Direct Booking feature to send a professional offer, collect payment securely, and have the booking appear automatically in your calendar. Holidu’s direct booking tools, including the Offer Tool, Host Website, and Booking Module, let you receive, manage, and track direct bookings in one place, with automatic calendar sync, secure payments, and guest messaging built in.

Still have questions about calendar blocks?

If you need more help with adding or deleting manual calendar blocks, use the contact form in the Holidu Help Center. Our Customer Happiness Team will review your request and get back to you.