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SMS Marketing for Vacation Rentals

Use two-way SMS to confirm bookings, send check-in details, share promotions, and provide guest support with automated campaigns.

Built for Vacation Rentals

  • Send booking confirmations, check-in instructions, and checkout reminders directly from your property’s number

  • Automate guest welcome messages, review requests, and seasonal promotions to drive repeat stays

  • Segment by property type, booking history, or guest preferences to deliver personalized updates

  • Connect booking platforms, CRM, and property management tools so records and communications stay aligned

Launch SMS That Guests Actually Read

Guests expect instant updates and easy communication when traveling. SMS ensures confirmations, directions, and reminders are delivered quickly, improving guest experience and boosting loyalty.

95%

of texts are read within 3 minutes

70%

of consumers want to text businesses

40%

of consumers said they have tried to text a business

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Platform Capabilities

Everything You Need to Text at Scale

A complete business texting platform — not just another messaging app.

Textellent Messenger

The Textellent Messenger is a Chrome extension that lets your team text inside the apps you already use—no code, no tab-switching. View full conversation history, reuse approved templates and media, and keep replies organized in a shared inbox.

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Integrate SMS

Textellent integrates with 800+ apps—CRMs, schedulers, forms, and payment platforms—so data flows in and texts go out at the perfect moment. Map fields once, tag contacts consistently, and keep systems in sync.

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Automations

Turn common events into automatic SMS touchpoints: new leads, appointments, payments, status changes, and more. Build simple, rules-based flows that send the right text and follow-ups without manual work.

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Franchisor Module

The Franchisor Module gives franchisors clear visibility across locations while empowering franchisees to execute consistent, on-brand texting that drives growth. Scale what works and spot where support is needed—fast.

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AI Rewriter & Translate

Instantly polish your texts and translate them into different languages, making communication faster and more accessible.

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Mobile App

Keep conversations moving on the go. The Textellent Mobile app brings your shared inbox to iOS & Android with real-time push notifications, quick-reply templates and media, conversation assignment, and full sync to your CRM—so nothing slips through when you're away from your desk.

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Turn Texts Into Smooth Stays and Repeat Bookings

FAQs About SMS Marketing for Vacation Rentals

What can vacation rentals do with SMS?
You can confirm bookings, send check-in details, share directions, request reviews, promote return stays, and answer quick questions. SMS creates a seamless guest experience and encourages loyalty.
How quickly do guests respond to texts? +
Most texts are read within minutes, ensuring important details like access codes, check-in times, and checkout reminders are never missed.
Can we use our existing rental number? +
Yes. You can text-enable your property’s main line so guests can call or text the same number. Messages can be routed to hosts or managers automatically.
How do after-hours auto-replies work? +
When guests reach out late at night, an auto-reply confirms receipt, requests details such as reservation ID, and informs them when they’ll receive a follow-up.
Can we segment messages and track results? +
Yes. Segment by guest type, property booked, or stay history. Track redemptions, reviews, and repeat bookings to measure ROI.
Does this integrate with booking or property management systems? +
Textellent integrates with booking platforms, CRMs, and property management tools, syncing reservations, guest data, and communications automatically.
What about compliance and opt-in or opt-out? +
Guests opt in during booking or through QR codes and keywords. Each SMS includes opt-out instructions, and STOP and HELP requests are managed automatically for compliance.
Can we try Textellent for free? +
Yes. Vacation rental owners and managers can start with a 14-day free trial to test SMS campaigns, check-in reminders, and communication flows before upgrading.