How can I add/delete a manual calendar block?

Managing your calendar keeps your availability accurate and prevents double bookings. This guide explains how to add and remove manual calendar blocks in your Holidu Host account.

How to Add a Manual Calendar Block

Adding a manual calendar block takes just a few steps:

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

For example, if you want to block your calendar for the upcoming week due to maintenance or personal reasons, you would select Monday as your start date and Sunday as your end date, then confirm and save the block.

How to Remove a Manual Calendar Block

Removing a calendar block is equally straightforward:

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 and confirm if prompted.
4. The calendar updates automatically.

Important Considerations

Keep these points in mind when managing your calendar blocks:

• Keeping your calendar up to date prevents double bookings and maximises occupancy.
• There is currently no way to automatically open or close availability based on lead time (for example, after 9, 12, or 18 months). To control availability beyond a certain timeframe, manually block or unblock the relevant dates.
• 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 periodically to make sure you're not missing booking opportunities.

Manage Direct Bookings Without Manual Work

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. This eliminates the need for manual calendar blocks when handling bookings outside the Holidu platform.

Need Help?

If you have additional questions about managing your calendar blocks or need further assistance, please use our contact form to reach out to our support team.