Days
Definition
The "days" service type is designed for long-term bookings, such as guest houses, hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations where reservations are made for one or more full days. This service type operates on a calendar-based system rather than hourly schedules.
Key Features
- Bookings are made in full-day increments
- No working hours required; service is available every day by default
- Availability is managed through closing periods rather than schedules
- Supports multi-day reservations
- Pricing is typically defined per night or per stay
Availability Management
Unlike other service types, "days" services don't rely on working hours:
- The service is considered available on all days by default
- Unavailable periods are defined using the resource closing periods
- Closing periods can be set for maintenance, renovations, or seasonal closures
For detailed information on managing closing periods, please refer to the Resource Closing Periods section in the documentation.
Booking Process
The booking process for "days" services typically involves:
- Selecting check-in and check-out dates
- Specifying the number of guests (if applicable)
- Choosing additional options or amenities (if offered)
Pricing
Pricing for "days" services can be flexible and may include various factors:
- Base rate per night
- Seasonal pricing variations
- Length-of-stay pricing (e.g., discounts for longer stays)
- Day-of-week pricing (e.g., weekend rates)
- Additional guest fees
- Special event or holiday pricing
For comprehensive information on pricing options and configurations, please refer to the Pricing section in the documentation.
Example Use Cases
- Accommodation:
- Hotel rooms
- Vacation rentals
- Bed and breakfasts
- Guesthouses
- Hostels (private rooms)
- Recreational Rentals:
- Beach houses
- Mountain cabins
- Lakeside cottages
- Houseboats
- Work Spaces:
- Long-term office rentals
- Co-living and co-working spaces
- Artist residencies
- Writer's retreats
- Event Venues:
- Wedding venues (multi-day bookings)
- Conference centers
- Retreat centers
- Film and photo shoot locations
- Specialized Accommodations:
- Pet boarding facilities
- Self-storage units (rented by day)
- Parking spaces (long-term rentals)
- RV and campsite bookings
- Educational Facilities:
- Dormitory rooms (for short courses or summer programs)
- Research facilities
- Field stations for scientific studies
- Health and Wellness:
- Rehabilitation center stays
- Wellness retreat bookings
- Long-term care facility temporary stays
Key Differences from Other Service Types
The "days" service type differs from other service types in several ways:
- Bookings are made in full-day increments rather than hours
- No need to define working hours; the service is available every day by default
- Availability is managed through closing periods rather than schedules
- Often involves longer booking durations (multiple days or weeks)
- Pricing is typically per night or per stay, rather than per hour or session
By implementing the "days" service type, businesses can efficiently manage long-term bookings and accommodations, providing a streamlined experience for both providers and clients in industries where full-day reservations are the norm.