The Host Co + Guesty Lite Integration – The Host Co

The Host Co integrates with Guesty to help you create a digital storefront for your listings and easily offer guest upsells. With this integration, you can connect your properties, create stores in just a few clicks, and share them through automated messaging.

With this setup, you can:

Create stores for each Guesty listing
Offer services, add-ons, and upgrades to guests
Automatically insert store links into messages
Manage upsells and increase revenue effortlessly

What You Can Offer

With The Host Co storefront, you can sell:

Local services such as massages or private chefs
Guest add-ons like late checkout or pet fees
On-site upgrades like firewood or hot tub heating
Custom products and services tailored to your property

You can also connect with vetted vendors or add your own offerings.

How the Integration Works

Once connected:

Your Guesty listings are imported into The Host Co
Stores are created for selected properties
Store links are automatically generated per listing
Links can be inserted into Guesty messaging using variables

Below is the step-by-step guide, or you can watch the video here.

For any questions, feel free to email support@thehost.co or text 760-821-0022.

Step-by-Step Integration Guide

Step 1: Start in Guesty

Log into Guesty
Go to the Marketplace
Search for The Host Co
Click to open the integration

Step 2: Create Your The Host Co Account

Click Get Started
Create your account
Log in

Step 3: Connect Your Guesty Account

Inside The Host Co, select Guesty
Click Continue to connect

Step 4: Generate Your Authorization Token

Return to the Guesty Marketplace
Click Connect
Copy your authorization token

Step 5: Complete the Connection

Go back to The Host Co
Paste the authorization token
Click Submit

Your Guesty properties will begin importing automatically.

Step 6: Create Stores

Select the properties you want to connect
Click Create Stores

Each store will be pre-populated with:

Local services
Popular add-ons like late checkout
Customizable offerings

Step 7: Customize Your Stores

You can:

Edit services and pricing
Add or remove products
Duplicate stores for faster setup

Step 8: Share Your Store with Guests

Each store link is automatically added to your Guesty property as a variable.

Recommended Timing

At booking
One week before check-in
At check-in

Step 9: Add Store Links to Messaging

In Guesty, go to Automations > Messaging
Edit or create a message
Add a message such as:
“If you’re interested in adding amenities like massage, chef, or mid-stay cleaning, check out our store.”
Click Add Variable
Search for and select the The Host Co variable
Save and activate the message

This will automatically insert the correct store link for each listing.

Key Benefits

Quick and easy setup
Automated store link insertion
One message template can work across listings
Increased guest engagement and revenue
Reduced guest questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to manually send store links?

No. Store links are automatically inserted using Guesty variables.

Can I customize my stores?

Yes. You can edit, add, or remove services anytime.

Can I duplicate stores?

Yes. You can duplicate a store to quickly apply the same setup across listings.

Do I need separate messages per property?

No. The variable automatically inserts the correct store link for each listing.

How do guests access the store?

Guests receive the store link through your automated messages.

Troubleshooting

My properties are not importing

Ensure the token is correct
Try reconnecting the integration
Refresh your account

My store link is not appearing in messages

Confirm the correct variable is selected
Ensure the message is active
Double-check the automation settings

The wrong store link is showing

Verify the correct property is linked to the store
Use the dynamic variable instead of a manual link

I’m not seeing engagement from guests

Share the store earlier in the guest journey
Improve your message call-to-action
Highlight popular services