Staya is built for both guests and hosts. Explore what the app offers for each role below.
As a guest, Staya gives you a seamless experience from the moment you browse to long after you've checked out. Every feature is designed to make your stay feel effortless and personal.
Search and filter available properties by location, dates, price, amenities, and property type.
Select your dates and book instantly with a streamlined, secure checkout process — no back-and-forth required.
Shortlist properties you love so you can revisit and compare them before making a decision.
Explore properties on an interactive map to find the best location relative to where you're heading.
See your upcoming, active, and past bookings at a glance, with all details in one place.
Download or view your booking invoices and payment receipts for record-keeping or expense claims.
Access directions, check-in instructions, Wi-Fi passwords, and key codes — all in the app.
Request to cancel a booking directly through the app, with clear policy terms displayed upfront.
Message your host directly through in-app chat — ask questions, share requests, or coordinate arrival.
Chat with Cara, your AI assistant, for personalised recommendations, property details, and local tips.
Get real-time updates on booking confirmations, host replies, check-in reminders, and more.
Manage your personal information, profile photo, and preferences to speed up future bookings.
Pay safely with card payments processed through Yoco — your financial details are never stored in the app.
Rate your stay and share feedback to help future guests and recognise outstanding hosts.
As a host on Staya, you get a powerful set of tools to list your property, manage bookings, communicate with guests, and grow your revenue — all from a single dashboard.
Create a detailed listing with photos, descriptions, amenities, house rules, and pricing — all in a few steps.
Block off dates, set minimum stay requirements, and manage your availability calendar in real time.
Set nightly rates, weekend pricing, seasonal adjustments, and special discount periods.
Manage several properties from one account — each with its own calendar, pricing, and booking flow.
Review, accept, or decline booking requests. Track all upcoming, active, and past stays in one place.
See who is booking your property — view guest profiles, reviews from other hosts, and booking history.
Access booking invoices automatically, and track your payout history with a clear earnings overview.
Set your own cancellation policy and manage any guest cancellation requests in line with your terms.
Chat with guests directly through the app — answer questions before arrival and coordinate check-in details.
Get push notifications the moment a booking is made, a message arrives, or a guest checks in.
Share check-in instructions, door codes, and house guides with guests automatically on booking confirmation.
Track monthly earnings, occupancy rates, and booking trends with a clear, visual admin dashboard.
See how many people viewed, saved, or booked your property to understand what's working.
Receive and respond to guest reviews, building your reputation and attracting more bookings over time.
Build your host reputation with a verified profile, response rate badge, and listing history visible to guests.