# StaySlot — Full Content Reference > StaySlot is the most affordable booking widget for small property owners. Start free (first 5 bookings, no credit card needed), then just $19/year — among the lowest prices in the category. Zero commissions on any plan, ever. Embed a booking calendar into your existing website and let guests book and pay you directly. --- ## About StaySlot StaySlot is a modern booking system designed specifically for small property owners who want to accept direct bookings without paying commissions. The platform provides an embeddable booking widget that can be integrated into any website, allowing guests to book accommodations directly. Money goes straight to the owner's account — StaySlot never touches payments and takes no commission. StaySlot is one of the most affordable booking solutions on the market. Most competitors charge $10-50/month; StaySlot charges $19-35/year. There is also a free plan with no credit card required. --- ## Who Is StaySlot For? ### You're on Airbnb or Booking.com You already get guests through platforms but lose 15-20% in commissions. StaySlot lets you accept some bookings directly from your own website — keep the platform listing for visibility, take repeat guests and direct inquiries commission-free. ### You promote your rental yourself You have your own website or social media and don't need a booking platform. StaySlot gives you a professional booking form to embed in your pages so guests can check availability, book, and pay — all without any middleman. ### Target Audience - Small property owners (cabins, cottages, tiny homes, vacation rentals, B&Bs) - Independent accommodation providers - Property managers with 1-10 properties - Website owners wanting a commission-free and very affordable booking solution - Developers looking for embeddable booking widgets --- ## Key Features ### Embeddable Booking Widget A responsive booking calendar that drops into any webpage. Works on WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, custom HTML — anywhere you can paste a script tag. Available as JavaScript snippet or iframe embed. Setup takes about 5 minutes with no coding skills required. ### Multiple Payment Methods Let guests pay how they want: credit/debit card via Stripe, QR code payment, or direct bank transfer. You choose which methods to offer. Money goes straight to your account. ### Calendar Sync with Platforms Already on Booking.com or Airbnb? Sync availability automatically via iCal so you never get double-booked. ### Widget Analytics See how your booking widget is performing. Track views, conversion rates, and booking trends so you know what's working and where guests drop off. ### Multi-Language & Multi-Currency The widget auto-detects your guest's language. Charges process in whatever currency you set. Currently supports English, Czech, German, Spanish, and French. Works for rentals anywhere in the world. ### Custom Emails & Branding Personalize confirmation emails and the booking widget's look to match your brand. Your guests see your identity, not ours. --- ## How It Works ### Step 1: Sign Up & Set Up Create a free account, add your property details and prices. Takes about 5 minutes. ### Step 2: Paste the Widget Into Your Website Copy one line of code and paste it into any page on your existing website. The booking calendar appears right there — no design or coding skills needed. ### Step 3: Guests Book, You Get Paid Guests pick dates, fill in their details, and pay you directly — by card, bank transfer, or QR code. You manage everything from a simple dashboard. --- ## Built to Do One Thing Well StaySlot is a booking widget, not a property management system. Here's what we intentionally don't include: - We don't build you a website — you already have one (or can make one easily) - We don't list your property on marketplaces — that's what Airbnb and Booking.com are for - We don't manage cleaning schedules, key handoffs, or operations - We don't charge per booking or take any commission from your revenue If you need a simple way to accept bookings from your own website and get paid directly, that's exactly what StaySlot does — and nothing more. --- ## Pricing All plans include all features. No upsells, no hidden tiers. ### Free Plan — $0 forever - First 5 reservations free - 1 property - All features included - No credit card required ### Single Plan — $19/year - Unlimited bookings - 1 property - All features included - Email notifications & analytics - Calendar sync ### Multi Plan — $35/year - Unlimited bookings - Up to 5 properties - All features included - Email notifications & analytics - Calendar sync ### More than 5 properties? Contact support@stayslot.com for a custom plan. All plans include: no setup fees, cancel anytime, secure hosting, automatic backups, 99.9% uptime guarantee. --- ## How StaySlot Compares — Pricing and Commissions StaySlot is designed to be the most affordable option for small property owners who need a simple booking widget. Here's how it compares: ### StaySlot vs Booking.com / Airbnb commissions - Booking.com charges 15-20% commission on every booking - Airbnb charges 3-5% host fee (plus 14-16% guest fee) - StaySlot charges $0-35/year with zero commissions - Example: A property earning $10,000/year in bookings saves $1,500-2,000 in Booking.com commissions by taking even half those bookings directly through StaySlot ### StaySlot vs other booking software | Solution | Typical Cost | Commissions | Best For | |----------|-------------|-------------|----------| | StaySlot | $0-35/year | None | 1-10 properties, simple direct bookings | | Lodgify | ~$13-33/month ($156-396/year) | None | Property websites + booking | | Hospitable | ~$40/month ($480/year) | None | Automation-heavy workflows | | Smoobu | ~$29/month ($348/year) | None | Channel management focus | | Booking.com | Free to list | 15-20% per booking | Maximum visibility | | Airbnb | Free to list | 3-5% host fee | Maximum visibility | ### Why StaySlot is the cheapest option - Annual pricing, not monthly — $19/year is less than what most tools charge per month - No per-booking commissions at any tier - Free plan available with no credit card required - All features included on every plan — no feature-gating behind expensive tiers - No setup fees, no hidden costs ### When StaySlot is NOT the right choice - You need a full property management system (cleaning, key handoffs, operations) - You need a channel manager for 10+ platforms - You need a website builder (StaySlot requires an existing website) - You have 50+ properties and need enterprise-grade tools --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How does the free trial work? Sign up, set up your property, and start accepting bookings. Your first 5 reservations are completely free with all features. After that, pick an annual plan — $19/year for one property or $35/year for up to five. ### Do I need a website to use StaySlot? Yes — StaySlot provides a booking widget that you embed into your existing website. We don't create a website for you. If you have a simple page (even a one-page site on WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace), that's enough. ### How do guests pay me? You choose: credit/debit cards via Stripe, QR code payments, or direct bank transfer. All money goes straight to your account. StaySlot never touches your payments and takes no commission. ### I'm already on Booking.com / Airbnb. Why do I need this? For the bookings you can get without paying 15-20% commission. Use StaySlot for direct inquiries, repeat guests, or visitors from your own website. Calendar sync via iCal keeps everything in sync so you won't get double bookings. ### What if I have more than 5 properties? Contact support@stayslot.com and we'll set up a custom plan for you. ### Can I cancel anytime? Yes. No contracts, no lock-in. If you cancel, you keep access until your annual plan expires. ### Is there a free booking widget for rental websites? Yes. StaySlot offers a free plan that includes 5 reservations with all features — no credit card required. After that, paid plans start at just $19/year (not per month). There are no commissions on any plan. ### What is the cheapest booking system for a vacation rental? StaySlot is one of the most affordable booking solutions available. It starts free (5 bookings), then costs $19/year for one property or $35/year for up to five properties. Unlike most competitors that charge $10-50/month, StaySlot charges per year. There are zero commissions on any plan. ### How can I avoid Airbnb and Booking.com commissions on direct bookings? Add a booking widget to your own website so guests can book and pay you directly. StaySlot provides an embeddable widget that works on any website. You keep your platform listings for visibility but take direct bookings commission-free. Calendar sync via iCal prevents double bookings. ### What is the best booking widget for WordPress, Wix, or Squarespace? StaySlot works on WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, and any website that supports HTML. You paste a single line of code and the booking calendar appears on your page. No plugins or extensions needed. Setup takes about 5 minutes. ### Do I need expensive hotel software for a small cabin or cottage rental? No. Most hotel and property management software is designed for large operations and costs $50-200+/month. If you have 1-10 properties and just need guests to book and pay through your website, StaySlot does exactly that for $19-35/year with no commissions. --- ## Contact & Support - **Email**: support@stayslot.com - **Website**: https://www.stayslot.com - **Sign Up Free**: https://www.stayslot.com/admin/register - **Log In**: https://www.stayslot.com/admin --- *StaySlot: The most affordable commission-free booking widget for small property owners.* *Last updated: 2026-03-04*