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StayFi
WiFi marketing that turns every guest into a future direct booking
At a glance
Updated 2026-04-20Best way to turn guest WiFi into a direct booking engine
Best for: Operators with 3+ listings who want to build a guest email list and drive direct bookings through WiFi-based data capture
Pricing
From $15/mo • No free trial
What StayFi actually is
StayFi is a WiFi marketing platform for vacation rental operators that captures verified guest data through branded WiFi splash pages. It enables hosts to build email lists beyond the primary booker and run automated remarketing campaigns to drive direct bookings.
Core features
- Branded WiFi splash pages for guest data capture
- Automated email marketing campaigns
- Guest data collection from 80%+ of visitors
- PMS integrations for automatic guest import
- Upsell opportunities through WiFi touchpoints
Pros
- Captures verified data from 80%+ of guests, not just the primary booker
- Strong customer service with hands-on setup assistance
- Integrates with major PMS platforms including Hostaway, Guesty, and OwnerRez
Cons
- WiFi hardware setup has a learning curve and requires specific equipment
- Streaming devices can conflict with StayFi network causing guest frustration
- Email marketing templates are limited compared to dedicated platforms
Best for
Operators with 3+ listings who want to build a guest email list and drive direct bookings through WiFi-based data capture
Not for
Hosts who want simple plug-and-play WiFi without marketing complexity or those unwilling to manage hardware requirements
Is StayFi right for you?
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1–5 listings
Small portfolios
At $15/mo flat, StayFi is affordable for small hosts and the guest data capture pays for itself if you convert even one direct rebooking per year.
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5–20 listings
Mid-sized portfolios
The sweet spot for StayFi — enough guest volume to build a real email list, and the flat pricing means cost doesn't scale with your portfolio.
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20–100 listings
Large portfolios
StayFi works at scale but large operators may want more sophisticated email automation and reporting than the built-in tools provide.
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Airbnb primary
Airbnb-first hosts
Airbnb withholds guest emails — StayFi captures them through WiFi, giving you a direct line to guests for rebooking outside the platform.
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Vrbo primary
Vrbo-first hosts
Like Airbnb, Vrbo limits guest contact info — StayFi captures complete party emails through WiFi for remarketing to families and repeat guests.
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3+ channels
Multi-channel operators
Useful for capturing guest data across all channels, but the real value is strongest for OTA-dependent hosts trying to shift toward direct bookings.
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