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Aquentro
Aquentro is a WordPress theme built for presenting and booking rental properties, from city apartments to small boutique hotels. It pairs a clean, responsive design with the MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin, so you can take reservations, manage availability and accept payments from your own site.
- Version
- 1.5.2
- Released
- Feb 10, 2023
- Developer
- MotoPress
- Type
- WordPress theme
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in Aquentro 1.5.2
Version 1.5.2 · Feb 10, 2023
Latest
- ImprovedHotel Booking plugin updated to version 4.6.0.
- NewAdded the possibility for clients to select the check-in and check-out date directly in the availability calendar.
- NewAdded an error message to the booking form to notify clients when an accommodation ID is not found.
- NewAdded coupon settings for early bird and last minute discounts.
- NewAdded the possibility to view the information about imported bookings in the admin calendar after clicking on a particular booking.
- NewAdded the price display in the availability calendar for non check-in dates.
- NewLimited the number of adults and children selectable in the form to match an accommodation’s capacity for bookings directly from the accommodation page.
- RemovedRemoved the maximum limit for the adults and children capacity in the variable pricing rate settings.
What it does
Many rental owners rely on third-party listing sites to take bookings, which means juggling calendars and giving up part of each reservation. Aquentro gives a property its own website with a booking system built in. The default demo is laid out for a single property, with galleries and slideshows to present rooms and amenities, and guests can check availability, choose dates and pay online without leaving the site.
Because the theme works with the MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin, the same site can grow to cover several properties, which suits agencies and property managers with more than one unit. Availability calendars, booking rules, seasonal pricing and iCal syncing with platforms such as Airbnb sit behind a straightforward interface. Optional add-ons cover extras like PDF invoices, WooCommerce payment gateways, property reviews, Mailchimp and multi-currency support.
Best for
- Owners renting out a single apartment or vacation home
- Vacation rental agencies managing several properties
- Small boutique hotels taking direct online bookings
Features
Built-in booking engine
Works with the MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin to manage properties, reservations and seasonal pricing from one dashboard.
Single or multiple properties
Present one rental unit using the default demo layout, or expand the site to list several apartments, condos or units for an agency portfolio.
Online payments and deposits
Accept prepaid bookings through gateways such as PayPal, Stripe, 2Checkout and Braintree, with the option to take full payment or a deposit.
Availability calendars and stay rules
Set minimum and maximum stays and specific check-in and check-out days, while availability updates automatically to help prevent double bookings.
iCal and OTA syncing
Sync bookings with Airbnb and other online travel agents through iCal, so reservations made elsewhere appear in your calendar automatically.
Extras and weekly rates
Offer free or paid extra services per booking or per night, and apply weekly or monthly rates automatically for longer stays.
Galleries and slideshows
Predefined gallery and slideshow modules let you present rooms, views and amenities in a clear visual layout for prospective guests.
Demo import and responsive layout
Import the demo content in one click to start from a finished layout that adapts to phones, tablets and desktops.
Questions about Aquentro
Can I use Aquentro for more than one rental property?
Yes. The default demo is designed around a single property, but the MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin supports multiple properties, so you can list several units, apartments or condos on one site.
Will bookings from Airbnb show up on my site's calendar?
The booking system includes iCal synchronization with Airbnb and other online travel agents. Bookings are synced across platforms automatically, which helps prevent overbooking, and you can view details of imported bookings in the admin calendar.
Which payment methods can guests use?
Guests can pay online through gateways including PayPal, Stripe, 2Checkout and Braintree. You can choose to collect the full amount or a deposit, and an optional add-on adds WooCommerce payment gateways.
Can I offer reduced rates for early or long stays?
Yes. You can set weekly and monthly rates that apply automatically to extended stays, and there are settings for early bird and last minute discounts. Seasonal pricing is also supported through the booking plugin.
Is Aquentro free?
The code of Aquentro is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Aquentro is this?
Version 1.5.2, released Feb 10, 2023. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Aquentro?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Aquentro automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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