Question 1

Is HostDesk really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Free plan lets you manage 1 property, with no time limit and no credit card. It includes the dashboard, bookings, the multi-platform calendar and cleaning management.

Question 2

How does calendar synchronisation work?

Accepted Answer

HostDesk connects to your iCal calendars from Airbnb, Booking, VRBO and other platforms. Bookings are centralised automatically to avoid double bookings.

Question 3

Is HostDesk suitable for individuals?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. HostDesk is built for individual owners renting 1 to 4 properties in France. No concierge or yield-management features — just the essentials, simply.

Question 4

How does HostDesk handle the tourist tax?

Accepted Answer

HostDesk automatically computes the tourist tax based on your municipality’s settings (rate, cap, additional county tax). The amount is shown per booking and per period.

Question 5

How many properties can I manage with HostDesk?

Accepted Answer

Up to 4 properties maximum. It’s a deliberate limit: beyond that, needs change and a professional PMS is a better fit. HostDesk stays simple and affordable for small portfolios.