Overview
This article guides you on how to block and unblock a room in your property planning. Blocking a room makes it unavailable for bookings, while unblocking it restores its availability. This function is essential for situations like maintenance, renovations, or pre-bookings. Follow these steps to manage room availability using both a computer and a mobile app.
Step-by-step instructions
Block a room using a computer
Go to
Planning → Calendar.
Navigate to the room and date you wish to block.
Click the red "Block room" icon that appears when you hover over the desired date.
Fill in the form by defining the period, choosing the status ("out of inventory," "out of order," or "pre-booked"), and adding any comments.
Click "Block room" to confirm and save the changes.
Unblock a room using a computer
Locate the blocked room in your calendar.
Click on the blocked room entry.
Select "Available" from the status menu.
Click "Open room" to restore the room's availability.
Block a room using the mobile app
Log in to the app and navigate to Planning.
Select the room and specific day you want to block.
Tap the red icon at the top right of the chosen room and date.
Define the period for blocking, select the status, and add comments as needed.
Confirm the action by saving the changes.
Unblock a room using the mobile app
Find the blocked date and room on your mobile calendar.
Tap the blocked entry and change the status to "Available."
Confirm by saving adjustments to make the room available again.
💡 Tip
Blocking rooms ensures that they are not listed as available and prevents overbooking, especially during maintenance or other periods when the room is unavailable.
FAQs
What happens if I forget to unblock a room?
What happens if I forget to unblock a room?
The room will remain unavailable for bookings until you manually change its status back to "Available."
Can I block multiple rooms at once?
Can I block multiple rooms at once?
Each room needs to be blocked individually. There isn't a multi-room block feature.
How does blocking a room affect OTAs?
How does blocking a room affect OTAs?
When you block a room, its updated status will automatically sync with all OTAs connected via your channel manager.
Is there a notification system for blocked rooms?
Is there a notification system for blocked rooms?
No, it's advised to keep a record or set reminders to manage blocked rooms.
💡 Tip
By following these steps and taking note of the FAQs, you can efficiently manage the availability of your rooms and ensure smooth operations within your property.