Do you have empty nights coming up? Holidu offers two tools, the Last Minute Discount and the lower minimum stay for last-minute dates, that help you fill those gaps and get more bookings automatically. Neither tool changes your settings without your approval.

What is the Last Minute Discount feature?

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

It helps you fill empty nights close to check-in, attracts spontaneous travellers and last-minute business trips, and works alongside your existing discounts (except the New Listing discount).

To use it:

1. Log in to your Holidu Host account.
2. Select a property.
3. Go to Opportunities or Discounts.
4. Review the suggestions and apply the ones you like.

What is the lower minimum stay for last-minute dates feature?

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. It runs automatically once activated.

You choose the new minimum stay (for example, 2 nights), how many days before check-in it applies, and whether to add a discount on top.

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

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 stay with a 27-day window.
5. Click Activate.

The feature respects your advance notice setting. To review it, go to Configuration, then General information, and scroll to Plan for your guest’s arrival.

What are Holidu’s recommended defaults?

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

Will the lower minimum stay override my seasonal rules?

Yes, but only within your defined last-minute window. Outside that window, your regular seasonal rules still apply.

Can I use one feature without the other?

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

By combining flexible last-minute stays with smart discounts, you can increase visibility, raise occupancy, and attract more guests without constant manual updates.