Hosting a short-term rental in 2025 is no walk in the park. From managing guest messages and calendars to handling pricing and turnovers, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. Thankfully, a new wave of smart tools is helping Airbnb and holiday let hosts work smarter, not harder. From AI-driven listing optimisers to seamless direct booking websites and turnover scheduling apps, these platforms are changing the game. In this post, we’ll introduce seven essential tools savvy hosts are swearing by. Ready to save time, boost bookings, and grow your rental business in 2025? Let’s dive in.