Steps to Integrate Hostex.io with BetterSTR
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Login to BetterSTR
Go to your BetterSTR account and navigate to the Integrations page.
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Connect to Hostex.io
Click the “Connect” button next to Hostex and authorize the connection by selecting the blue button when prompted.
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Sync Reservations and Properties
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Your properties and upcoming reservations will sync automatically within 1–2 minutes.
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You can optionally sync historical reservations to use BetterSTR's Mobile TXT marketing features.
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Use Your Custom Guidebook Field
A custom field{{cf.better_guide}}is created for each reservation on Hostex.
Use this in guest messaging to automatically insert a unique, personalized guidebook link.
Guidebook Features
Each reservation gets its own customized guidebook:
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Includes guest name, actual check-in/out times
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If smartlocks are enabled, shows the last 4–5 digits of the guest’s phone number for access
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You can also create general guidebooks per property for sharing on your website
You can generate shareable links and QR codes for specific guidebook content (e.g. appliance instructions). Place these on fridges, remotes, or other items.