vrbo-host-hostaway
Installation
SKILL.md
VRBO for Hosts via Hostaway
VRBO vs. Expedia: Which Channel?
VRBO and Expedia.com are owned by the same parent company (Expedia Group) but are completely separate integrations in Hostaway. Connecting one does not connect the other.
| VRBO | Expedia.com | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience | Vacation rental guests (families, groups) | Hotel/bundle travelers |
| Content sync | ✅ Syncs FROM Hostaway via API | ❌ Must manage in Expedia Partner Central |
| Payments | Host collects via Stripe (connected to Hostaway) | Expedia collects, pays host 1–2 days post check-in |
| Commission | 8% per booking (5% + 3%) | 15–18% per booking |
Critical Prerequisite: Stripe Setup
Connect Stripe to Hostaway BEFORE connecting VRBO. VRBO no longer processes payments — the host collects payment directly. Hostaway uses Stripe (or Braintree) to charge guests automatically via Auto-Payments.