Holidu offers two free tools to help you fill empty nights close to check-in: the Last Minute Discount and the option to lower your minimum stay for last-minute dates. Both work with your existing settings to help you get more bookings without constant manual changes.

What is the Last Minute Discount feature?

The Last Minute Discount suggests the best discount for your property at the right time, based on demand and similar properties in your area. You decide whether to apply it, so nothing changes automatically.

This feature helps you:

• Fill empty nights close to check-in.
• Attract spontaneous travellers and last-minute business trips.
• Work alongside your existing discounts (except the "New Listing" discount).

To use it, log in to your Holidu Host account, select a property, and go to Opportunities or Discounts. Review the suggestions and apply the ones you like.

How do I lower my minimum stay for last-minute dates?

If your minimum stay is too long, you may miss bookings close to check-in. This tool temporarily lowers your minimum stay during a time window you set, so short-stay guests can book. Once activated, it runs automatically.

To activate it:

1. Log in to your Holidu Host account.
2. Go to Discounts.
3. Scroll to "Lower your minimum stay for last-minute dates" and click Configure.
4. Set your preferred values, for example a 2-night minimum stay and a 27-day window.
5. Click Activate.

The feature respects your advance notice setting, which you can change under Configuration, then General information, then Plan for your guest's arrival. It always applies the shortest minimum stay between your current and last-minute settings.

Holidu recommends a minimum stay of 2 nights and a check-in window of 27 days. For properties with a minimum stay of 3 nights or more, these defaults have been linked to about 5% more occupancy and about 5% more net income.

Frequently asked questions

Will the last-minute stay setting override my seasonal minimum stay rules?

Yes, but only within the last-minute window you define. Your seasonal rules apply again once that window has passed.

Can I use one feature without the other?

Yes. Each feature works independently, so you can activate either one or both.

What happens if my settings already allow short stays?

The system applies the shorter stay duration if needed. Otherwise, your current settings stay in place.

Are check-in and check-out rules affected?

They are temporarily eased for last-minute bookings so that shorter stays are possible.

Will my existing discounts change?

No. Your existing discounts stay the same unless you choose to apply a new one.

How does Holidu choose the recommended period?

Holidu uses market data. The default settings match the period when about 20% of bookings for your property type still happen.

Combining last-minute stay flexibility with well-timed discounts helps you increase visibility, raise occupancy, and attract more guests. Activate these features today to fill your calendar with less effort.