What the press says
Transparent and Rentals United announce the Global Vacation Rental Report 2022
The report is based on an extensive survey that was completed by 164 property managers of different sizes around the globe.
Transparent and Rentals United launch Global Vacation Rental Report 2022
Spain: Vacation rental data provider Transparent and channel manager Rentals United have announced the publication of the Global Vacation Rental Report 2022, a detailed look at the vacation rental property management landscape post-Covid-19.
Automation
Automation
How to use AI for vacation rentals
Around 100 million people currently use ChatGPT, and as that number grows, the impact of artificial intelligence will be felt across almost every industry you can think of. Travel is no exception, and in fact, travellers are already using AI to compare prices, get recommendations and plan and book ideal trips from start to finish. […] Learn more
Branding
Branding
How to build a vacation rental marketing plan for 2027
Every short-term rental property management company needs a solid marketing strategy. Here are 14 ways to get more bookings, strengthen your brand, and drive revenue. Learn more
Channels
Channels
Airbnb vs. Expedia: a distribution guide for property managers
Airbnb built its reputation on urban apartments and spontaneous, short stays. Expedia Group built its own packaged trips, loyalty points, and a marketplace where Vrbo’s whole-home inventory sits next to hotels and flights. When comparing both platforms in 2026 most property managers aren’t choosing a favorite so much as deciding how much inventory, budget, and […] Learn more
Rentals United
Rentals United
Best vacation rental channel manager: signs it’s time to switch
Switching to the best vacation rental channel manager can feel like a big project: it means investing real time, money, and resources to get it right. Here’s the best solution, no migration required. Learn more
Get insights into the workplace and the resources to help you thrive in
Sign me up to receive tailored content on revenue growth.
Rentals United announces partnership with KAYAK
Barcelona: Vacation rental channel manager Rentals United has announced a new partnership with global travel search engine KAYAK.
Rentals United announces partnership with KAYAK
Through KAYAK’s direct booking platform, properties can customise the user experience and display their rates directly, alongside major online travel partners.
Rentals United announces the first official channel manager to partner with travel app Hopper
Combining data and artificial intelligence, Hopper’s unique technology gives the traveller the most precise and personalized travel recommendations, while giving property managers access to new, high LTV customer demographics, and maximised booking conversions due to innovative fintech products.
Rentals United announces landmark partnership with Hopper
Barcelona: Rentals United has announced that it has become the first official vacation rental channel manager to partner with the burgeoning online travel agency, Hopper, for its Hopper Homes feature.
Secure Payment Solutions:
Protecting Your Financial
March 8, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Rentals United synchronizes rates, availability, and pricing across Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo. We rely on direct, two-way API connections to push real-time updates from your PMS to all connected channels.
Connected listing sites are the OTAs, metasearch engines, wholesalers, and specialist booking sites you can distribute your properties to through Rentals United’s channel manager. You connect once, through your existing PMS or directly with Rentals United, then publish to a mix of global names like Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com alongside niche channels built for specific markets, think luxury villas, mid-term stays, or glamping.
Rentals United connects you to 90+ channels across five categories: OTAs, metasearch engines, vacation rental sites, website builders and booking engines, and wholesalers. Filter by curated list (budget, business, premium and luxury, glamping, mid-term stays), location, or travel trend to find the channels that fit your portfolio instead of scrolling through every option.
Major OTAs like Airbnb and Booking.com give you broad reach. A niche channel targets a specific traveler or property type, business travel, glamping, luxury villas, and often converts better with a smaller, more relevant audience. Relying on one or two big channels leaves revenue on the table. Most portfolios grow faster with a mix of both.
Use the filters on the connected listings page: curated lists like premium and luxury or mid-term stays, location (Africa, Americas, Asia-Pacific, European, worldwide), and travel trends (coastal, mountain, urban). Narrow the full list down to the channels that match your property types and target guests, then connect through your dashboard.
No. Rentals United plugs into your existing PMS rather than replacing it. Your PMS stays your system of record for property data and bookings. Rentals United handles distribution to every connected listing site and keeps it all in sync.