Hostaway targets scaling agencies with a robust channel manager, automations and marketplace. Lodgify helps you launch a branded direct-booking website with an integrated channel manager. Compare their approaches to run your short-term rentals.
Cross-analysis updated October 2025 using public sources and independent host feedback.
| Criterion | Hostaway | Lodgify |
|---|---|---|
| Public pricing | Custom quote (setup fees + monthly subscription) | Essential plan ≈€34 excl. VAT/month + 1.9% per direct booking |
| Onboarding | Mandatory implementation, 1 to 4 weeks | Website creation, design tweaks and OTA mapping (2–4 hours) |
| Calendar sync | Certified OTA connectors plus app marketplace | API channel manager (Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo) plus iCal fallback |
| Direct bookings | Hostaway websites and booking engine, configured by their team with dedicated fees | Lodgify website with online payments, coupons and upsells |
| Operations | Automations and tasks through integrations, denser interfaces | Marketing and email automations, limited native field tools |
| Support | 24/7 English-language support (depending on contract) | Chat/email support (EN/ES) during business hours |
| Data & analytics | Advanced reporting plus API | Website marketing reports, conversion tracking, Google Analytics integrations |
Hostaway focuses on: channel manager and PMS bundle with automations, messaging and deep OTA connections ; setup and monthly fees on quote, implementation mandatory with success manager. Lodgify stands out with: website builder with templates, booking engine and integrated payments ; API channel manager for Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo plus iCal fallback. This comparison highlights the key criteria to help you pick the right stack for your portfolio.
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