GuestSmiles
A direct-booking vacation rental marketplace that connects property owners and guests without middleman fees.
About GuestSmiles
GuestSmiles is a vacation rental marketplace and Owner’s Club where property owners, managers and guests can communicate, build relationships, and book reservations. Unlike traditional OTAs, GuestSmiles removes the middleman so property owners own and control client relationships and guests are never charged additional third-party fees. The company also offers a white-label booking engine technology for partners to add real-time bookable vacation rentals to their existing websites, leveraging direct API connections with major PMS providers.
What sets this company apart
Not an OTA — it's a marketplace conduit that facilitates direct owner-guest relationships. Charges no guest fees, offers an industry-low 9% commission to property owners, and provides a white-label booking widget so partners can offer vacation rentals on their own websites. Direct API connections with major PMS providers ensure accurate real-time rates and availability.
Markets & Coverage
Operating across 1 countries
Markets & Coverage
(1)Supported Languages
Property Types
- HousePrimary
- Apartment
- Villa
- Condo
- Cottage
Market Segments
- LuxuryPrimary
- Budget-Friendly
- Family
Service Characteristics
Main Features
- Mobile app / mobile-friendly
- API access & webhooks
- White-label option
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Frequently Asked Questions
- GuestSmiles is a vacation rental marketplace and Owner's Club where property owners, managers and guests can communicate, build relationships, and book reservations. Unlike traditional OTAs, GuestSmiles removes the middleman so property owners own and control client relationships and guests are never charged additional third-party fees. The company also offers a white-label booking engine technology for partners to add real-time bookable vacation rentals to their existing websites, leveraging direct API connections with major PMS providers.
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