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Ciestra Theme
Ciestra is a property rental WordPress theme by MotoPress, built for vacation rentals, villas, hotels and resorts. It comes paired with the MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin, so you can list properties, show availability, take reservations and accept online payments from one site.
- Version
- 1.7.0
- Released
- Jun 18, 2024
- Developer
- MotoPress
- Type
- WordPress theme
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in Ciestra Theme 1.7.0
Version 1.7.0 · Jun 18, 2024
Latest
- ImprovedHotel Booking plugin updated to version 4.11.2.
- NewAdded the ability to link selected accommodations, enabling automatic blocking of linked accommodations when one is booked.
- ImprovedAdded hooks for overwriting prices in the core API.
- ImprovedImproved calendar loading speed.
- ImprovedUpgraded Stripe to the new API, added Klarna, and removed the retiring SOFORT payment method.
- FixedFixed time zone issues.
- FixedFixed an issue with serializeJSON() at checkout.
- FixedFixed an issue where blocked dates for linked accommodations weren't displaying in the admin calendar.
What it does
Running a rental business means juggling listings, calendars, rates and payments, often across several platforms. This theme brings those jobs into your WordPress site. The included MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin handles reservations, seasonal pricing, taxes and fees, while iCal synchronization keeps your calendar in step with external platforms like Airbnb so the same dates are not booked twice. Guests can search and filter properties, check availability and pay online through PayPal, Stripe or Braintree, with full payment or a deposit.
The design is mobile-optimized and built around detailed property listings with amenities, sleeping arrangements, galleries and nearby attractions. Pages are edited visually with Elementor content modules, so you can adjust layouts without writing code. It works for a single holiday home as well as a multi-room hotel, since it supports multiple properties and rental units on one site. Booking and revenue statistics give you a view of how things are going, and optional add-ons cover extras like PDF invoices, Mailchimp, multi-currency and WooCommerce payment gateways.
Best for
- Owners of vacation rentals and holiday homes
- Small hotels, resorts and villa operators
- Managers handling several rental units on one site
Features
Built-in booking system
The MotoPress Hotel Booking plugin is included for managing reservations, properties, seasonal pricing, taxes and fees in one place.
iCal calendar sync
Bookings sync with external platforms such as Airbnb through iCal, which helps prevent overbooking when you list on several channels.
Online payments and deposits
Accept payments through PayPal, Stripe and Braintree, and choose whether guests pay the full amount upfront or leave a deposit.
Flexible pricing rules
Set weekly, monthly or custom stay duration rates, with pricing that changes by room capacity or season.
Search filters and calendars
Guests can filter properties and view real-time availability calendars to find a rental that matches their dates and needs.
Automated email notifications
Customizable, event-driven email templates keep guests informed at each stage of their booking without manual follow-up.
Detailed property listings
Each listing can display amenities, sleeping arrangements, photo galleries and nearby attractions so travelers know what to expect.
Elementor visual editing
Build and adjust pages with drag-and-drop Elementor content modules designed for property rental sites, with no coding needed.
Ciestra Theme older versions
- 1.5.4Dec 3, 20231 improvement
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Ciestra Theme
Can I sync my bookings with Airbnb?
Yes. The theme supports iCal synchronization with online travel agencies such as Airbnb. Bookings made elsewhere update your calendar automatically, which helps you avoid double bookings across platforms.
Which payment methods can guests use?
Guests can pay online through PayPal, Stripe and Braintree. You decide whether to collect the full amount at booking or take a deposit. Optional add-ons can also bring in WooCommerce payment gateways.
Will it work if I manage more than one property?
Yes. It supports multiple properties, so you can list several villas, rooms or rental units on a single website, each with its own details, pricing and availability calendar.
Do I need coding skills to customize the design?
No. Pages are edited visually with Elementor using drag-and-drop content modules made for rental sites, so you can change layouts and content without touching code.
Is Ciestra Theme free?
The code of Ciestra Theme 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 Ciestra Theme is this?
Version 1.7.0, released Jun 18, 2024. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Ciestra Theme?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Ciestra Theme automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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