Hostaway MCP Server for Claude Code 8 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Hostaway as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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claude mcp add hostaway --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Hostaway MCP Server
Connect Hostaway to any AI agent — the leading vacation rental channel manager.
Claude Code registers Hostaway as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 8 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Hostaway data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Listings — All your properties with details, photos, and amenities
- Reservations — Bookings across Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, and direct
- Calendar — Day-by-day availability, pricing, and min stay
- Channels — Sync status across all connected platforms
- Conversations — Guest messages from all channels in one place
- Financials — Revenue breakdown with commissions and payouts
The Hostaway MCP Server exposes 8 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Hostaway to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Hostaway MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Hostaway
Ask Claude: "Using Hostaway, show me...". 8 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Hostaway MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Hostaway through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Hostaway tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Hostaway + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Hostaway MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Hostaway tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Hostaway nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Hostaway outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Hostaway status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Hostaway MCP Tools for Claude Code (8)
These 8 tools become available when you connect Hostaway to Claude Code via MCP:
get_calendar
For revenue management. Get availability calendar
get_financials
Get reservation financials
get_listing
Get listing details
get_reservation
Get reservation details
list_channels
com, VRBO, direct. With sync status. List connected channels
list_conversations
List guest conversations
list_listings
List vacation rental listings
list_reservations
List reservations
Example Prompts for Hostaway in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Hostaway immediately.
"Show me all reservations arriving this week and their revenue"
"List the upcoming check-outs for tomorrow."
"Update the base price for the Beach Villa to $350 for next month."
Troubleshooting Hostaway MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Hostaway to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Hostaway + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Hostaway MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Hostaway with your favorite client
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Connect Hostaway to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 8 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.