What is a direct booking channel and why does it matter?
By Host My Spot · Updated
Short answer
A direct channel is your own booking site where guests book with no intermediary. It does not replace Airbnb or Booking — it runs alongside them through synced calendars. Its value is lower platform fees on repeat stays, the ability to set your own terms, and a direct relationship with guests who already know the property.
Owner benefits
- Lower platform fees on bookings that arrive direct.
- Your own cancellation and minimum-stay terms.
- Guest contact details for future stays.
- An active channel even if a platform changes its rules.
How we run it
Host My Spot maintains a direct channel at booking.hostmyspot.com.do, synced with every other channel to avoid double bookings, with centralised pricing and availability.
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