This article describes the Hoseasons channel connection in RMS, including the data exchanged between Hoseasons and RMS.

Overview

Hoseasons is an online booking channel that can be connected to RMS via the Channel Manager. Once connected, Hoseasons and RMS exchange availability, rate, restriction, and reservation data automatically.

This article outlines which data is sent and received between Hoseasons and RMS, and provides a reference for the supported and unsupported functions of the integration.

Key Points

• Hoseasons supports single reservations, group reservations, and cancellations.
• Email confirmations for bookings made through Hoseasons are sent by Hoseasons, not by RMS.
• Live availability is limited to 365 Days*.

Preparing to Connect

Before completing the Channel Connection to Hoseasons, a Hoseasons code must be setup against the Category or Area, depending on the preferred integration type.

To use 'Map by Property', enter the Hoseasons Service Code into the 'Code 2' field on the Category.

For Unit-to-Unit Integration, setup the Area System Label for 'Field 5' to 'Hoseasons Unit Code', then enter the Hoseasons Unit Code on each Area.

Connecting Hoseasons to RMS

To connect Hoseasons as a channel in RMS, follow the general Channel Connection process. This involves activating the channel in the RMS Channel Manager, mapping your properties, categories, and rate types, and then enabling the connection.

Availability, Rate & Reservation Data Exchange

The following tables show which availability, rate, restriction, guest, and reservation data is sent and received between Hoseasons and RMS.

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