How to Use the Hostaway MCP in Cursor

Q: Can Cursor write custom notification scripts using Hostaway data?

Yes, Cursor uses listconversations and getreservation to understand your Hostaway communication flow. It can then generate Node.js or Python scripts inside Cursor that trigger SMS alerts whenever a new guest message arrives in Hostaway.

Q: How do I verify that my custom code matches Hostaway's API schema?

You ask the Cursor agent to run listlistings or getcalendar. The Cursor agent reads the live JSON response from Hostaway and refactors your TypeScript interfaces or database models to match the exact Hostaway keys returned.

Build custom booking workflows in Cursor using live Hostaway listing, reservation, and calendar data injected directly into your code.

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Generate code in Cursor with live Hostaway calendar context

The `get_calendar` tool feeds live Hostaway booking dates and rental availability directly into Cursor's active chat window. When writing custom booking engines or pricing algorithms in Cursor, your editor pulls real-time Hostaway calendar responses instead of relying on outdated mock JSON files. This live Hostaway data injection means Cursor writes precise scheduling code that matches the exact structure of your listings. You avoid runtime errors because the Cursor agent tests your custom date-parsing logic against actual, active Hostaway property calendars.

Automate reservation lookups in your editor

The `get_reservation` tool fetches complete Hostaway guest, booking, and payment details inside the Cursor interface. You can write and debug custom check-in alert scripts in Cursor while your agent references real Hostaway reservation payloads to verify your data models. By integrating this Hostaway MCP Server, developers using Cursor can instantly compare local database schemas against live API outputs from `list_reservations`. This ensures your Cursor-generated property management software handles Hostaway guest names, check-in times, and cancellation policies correctly.

Build custom channel sync dashboards

The `list_channels` tool exposes the connection status of Hostaway channels like Vrbo and Booking.com directly to your Cursor agent. You can build custom monitoring dashboards in Cursor by letting the AI write the frontend code while referencing the exact Hostaway channel sync payloads. This eliminates the guesswork of Hostaway integration development inside the Cursor editor. Cursor reads the live Hostaway sync logs via the server, writes the React or Vue components to display them, and hooks up the data fetching logic in one continuous workflow.

Setup guide

Set up Hostaway MCP in Cursor

Prerequisites

Cursor installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP Settings

Go to Cursor Settings → MCP or open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and search for "MCP: Add Server".
2

Add the Hostaway MCP

Cursor will create or open .cursor/mcp.json in your project root. Paste the JSON snippet on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Enable Agent mode

Open Composer (Cmd+I / Ctrl+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown at the top. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode.
4

Verify the connection

Ask Cursor something like "List my recent Hostaway transactions." If the MCP tools are loaded correctly, Cursor will call the Hostaway tools automatically. You can also check Settings → MCP for a green status indicator.

.cursor/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hostaway-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Hostaway MCP in Cursor

You add the Hostaway server configuration to your project's .cursor/mcp.json file to register the MCP Server. Once added, Cursor's AI agent can immediately call Hostaway tools to fetch live property and booking details while you write code in the editor.

Yes, Cursor uses `list_conversations` and `get_reservation` to understand your Hostaway communication flow. It can then generate Node.js or Python scripts inside Cursor that trigger SMS alerts whenever a new guest message arrives in Hostaway.

Yes, the Hostaway server runs locally on your machine, allowing Cursor to fetch real-time listing details via `get_listing` during your active coding sessions. You don't need to deploy your code to test the Hostaway API connection in Cursor.

You ask the Cursor agent to run `list_listings` or `get_calendar`. The Cursor agent reads the live JSON response from Hostaway and refactors your TypeScript interfaces or database models to match the exact Hostaway keys returned.

Your Hostaway credentials reside in your local Cursor configuration files and are never exposed to external indexers. The server processes your Hostaway reservation details, guest messages, and financial records locally, keeping your credentials secure.

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