How to Use the HQBeds MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: How do we share the HQBeds MCP configuration across our team in VS Code Copilot?

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your repository root and commit it to Git. This lets every developer on your team use the same MCP Server tools automatically when they open the workspace.

Q: Can we use HQBeds to automate guest check-ins inside VS Code Copilot?

Yes, developers can write scripts that use getguest and createreservation to build custom check-in web apps. The agent can help generate the backend logic using live property data.

Equip your hostel engineering team to build booking tools using the HQBeds MCP Server inside VS Code Copilot.

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Share hostel booking tools across your entire engineering team

The `list_reservations` tool allows your development team to query booking data directly within VS Code Copilot. By committing a shared configuration file to your repository, every engineer gets instant access to the same live data. When building custom channel integrations, developers can inspect live booking payloads using `get_reservation`. This keeps your entire team aligned and reduces mistakes when mapping external reservation fields.

Test room availability with the HQBeds MCP Server

The `list_availability` tool gives your team direct access to real-time room vacancies during development. When coding custom booking rules, engineers can check live inventory to test how their code handles peak booking periods. Instead of manually inserting test bookings, developers can query `list_rooms` to see how the system handles different room types. It makes testing your custom booking logic much faster and more reliable.

Verify API health within your shared workspace

The `check_hqbeds_status` tool provides instant feedback on whether your development environment can reach the booking API. When setting up a new developer's workstation, this tool quickly confirms that their credentials work. This eliminates setup friction because team members don't have to write test scripts just to check if their API keys are valid. It keeps your development cycle moving forward without unneeded troubleshooting.

Setup guide

Set up HQBeds MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the HQBeds MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the HQBeds tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent HQBeds transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about HQBeds MCP in VS Code Copilot

Create a `.vscode/mcp.json` file in your repository root and commit it to Git. This lets every developer on your team use the same MCP Server tools automatically when they open the workspace.

Yes, developers can write scripts that use `get_guest` and `create_reservation` to build custom check-in web apps. The agent can help generate the backend logic using live property data.

You need VS Code version 1.96 or higher, along with the latest Copilot extension, to support the configuration files and agent tools.

Yes, you can manage access policies and roll out the server across your entire engineering team using the central Vinkius dashboard.

The server runs in an isolated Vinkius sandbox that complies with enterprise security standards. Your API tokens and guest records retrieved by `list_guests` are never stored, keeping your property data secure.

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