Hostex for Airbnb-first hosts
Hosts whose primary channel is Airbnb, with secondary interest in Vrbo or Booking.com.
Our verdict for Airbnb-first hosts
Great fit
Hostex is an Airbnb 'Preferred Software Partner 2026,' which makes it a defensible low-cost choice for Airbnb-first hosts.
Why it fits you
- Airbnb Preferred Software Partner 2026 badge on hostex.io homepage
- Standard tier price of $4.90/property/mo is hard to beat for solo Airbnb hosts
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Still think Hostex is right for you?
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