Hostaway MCP Server for Cursor 8 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.
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About Hostaway MCP Server
Connect Hostaway to any AI agent — the leading vacation rental channel manager.
Cursor's Agent mode turns Hostaway into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Hostaway and it fetches, processes, and writes — all in a single agentic loop. 8 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.
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 Cursor 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 Cursor via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Hostaway MCP Server with Cursor.
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server
Start using Hostaway
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Hostaway, help me..." — 8 tools available
Why Use Cursor with the Hostaway MCP Server
Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Hostaway through the Model Context Protocol.
Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP — no copy-pasting from external dashboards
MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools
Hostaway + Cursor Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Hostaway MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP
Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically
Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates
Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data
Hostaway MCP Tools for Cursor (8)
These 8 tools become available when you connect Hostaway to Cursor 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 Cursor
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor 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 Cursor
Common issues when connecting Hostaway to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Tools not appearing in Cursor
Server shows as disconnected
Hostaway + Cursor FAQ
Common questions about integrating Hostaway MCP Server with Cursor.
What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?
Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?
mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?
How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?
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Connect Hostaway to Cursor
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 8 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.