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Hostfully Guidebooks for small portfolios (1–5 listings)
Hosts with 1–5 short-term rental listings looking for software that scales with them, not against them.
Our verdict for small portfolios (1–5 listings)
Great fit
The permanent free tier and low per-listing cost make this ideal for hosts with 1-10 properties who want to look professional and cut repetitive questions.
Why it fits you
- Zero-cost single guidebook lets you start without any financial commitment
- $7.99/mo per additional guidebook keeps total spend under $80/mo even at 10 listings
- Reduces repetitive guest messaging without needing a full PMS
What might bite you
- Tier pricing may force you to pay for unused guidebook slots
- Support is email-only, which can frustrate first-time setup
Best-for-you alternatives at this size
- Enso Connect Okay fit — consider alternatives
Enso Connect works at 1-5 listings but the $15/listing cost plus $300 implementation fee is steep for the smallest operators.
From $15/listing • No free trial · Best-in-class guest experience automation with strong upsell ROI
- Besty AI Consider alternatives
Too expensive per-listing and support is reportedly poor for accounts under 20 listings — look elsewhere.
From $12 • 14-day trial · Strong upsell engine, but AI accuracy and low autonomy rate hold it back
- Touch Stay Consider alternatives
Touch Stay's per-property pricing and lack of a free tier make it a tough sell when free guidebook tools exist.
From $8.25/listing • 14-day trial · Feature-rich digital guidebook platform with a premium price tag
Still think Hostfully Guidebooks is right for you?
From $0/listing • No free trial