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Responsive, customisable and easy to use for your visitors and staff
If you want to get a quick look at HostelOffice software then you can download a demo version below. For new customers and existing ones we also have a set of training videos to help you get started.
Download the demo software and try Bookings Office. We promise you won’t be dissappointed.
- Download Windows Computer Demo
- Download Mac OSX Computer Demo
- Download Linux Computer Demo (The version is ubuntu 14.04.1 64bit)
- Download User Manual
Make sure on your computer under System Preferences, Security and Privacy that you have enabled software to be downloaded from “Anywhere”. Also the software must NOT be saved on the Desktop otherwise there will be sporadic errors. Save to folder you store in Documents. Then create an Alias you drag to stay on Desktop.
Hostel Office training videos
Introduction to Hostel Office
Software for Backpacker Hostels worldwide supplied by Hostel Office. Includes central DormBook commonly known as a Property Management Software (PMS) that feeds in to DormBook that is the integrated booking engine for the website. There is also the managers backoffice component.
Hostel Booking Engine
Booking engine for your website. Fully automated and integrated in to the supplied Room Management component also known as a PMS.
Reservation Reports
Reports , there are too many to list all here but include Occupation, source of booking, guest contact details, tax reports, method of payment, house keeping etc and all can be set to be sent automatically.
Setting up the new Hostel Office booking engine
Setting up the new booking engine is very easy. It just takes a little patience and some spare time.
Listing with multiple agents
Without more direct bookings then you more towards being a price taker and not a price maker.
iCloud Vs LAN based software
Why is LAN based software more Flexible but less Reliable and less Secure
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