HostelMate

Manually manage waitlisted bookings

implement a waitlist feature for sold-out nights. Allow staff to add guests to a waitlist per date and manually assign them to beds if cancellations occur. this should be manual only, do not implement auto-assignment

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  • Nneka Okafor
    Nneka OkaforcommentedJune 20, 2026

    converted two waitlist bookings today

  • Jonas Fairchild
    Jonas Fairchildposted an updateJune 17, 2026
    Changed status toCompleted

    You can now manage waitlisted bookings manually - add guests to a date's waitlist, keep notes, and convert one into a real booking the moment a bed frees up. You stay in control of who gets the spot.

  • HostelMate Team
    HostelMate Teamposted an updateMay 15, 2026
    Changed status toIn Progress

    Building it.

  • HostelMate Team
    HostelMate Teamposted an updateApril 22, 2026
    Changed status toPlanned

    On the roadmap. It'll be manual by design, Juan Carlos - you'll see the waitlist per date and decide who to pull in. Notes per guest, yes Elena.

  • Elena Rodriguez
    Elena RodriguezcommentedApril 14, 2026

    let me add notes to the waitlisted guest?