Glossary · Calendar

Booking window

Booking window · definition
  • The booking window (or lead time) is how far ahead guests book — the gap between reservation date and check-in, typically weeks for cities and months for resort peaks.
  • Category: Calendar

Why it changes pricing

If your market books 60 days out and your August is empty in July, that's a red alert, not bad luck. Booking pace against the typical window is how revenue managers know when to hold or cut price.

Know yours

Your own reservation history shows it: median days-before-check-in per season. It differs by market, property size and season — big groups plan further ahead.

StaysDynamic pricing
StaysOccupancy rate

Part of the Stays short-term rental glossary.

Send your photos today.
Keep your 2% rate forever.

We'll send back your finished listing within 48 hours — free, no commitment. If you like it, we publish it and your property starts earning.

Get my free listing preview