Building a Vacation Rental Marketplace
How we helped StaySuitePH launch a direct booking platform to compete with OTAs and keep more revenue.

Client
StaySuitePH
Industry
Travel & Hospitality
Duration
4 months
Overview
StaySuitePH is a vacation rental marketplace connecting travelers with local hosts across the Philippines. The platform enables property owners to list accommodations and accept direct bookings without OTA commissions.
The client wanted to create a regional alternative to Airbnb that focused on the Philippine market. They needed a full-featured booking platform with property search, real-time availability, payment processing, and host management tools—but with a faster time-to-market than building everything from scratch.
We built a custom Next.js application with a Node.js backend, implementing core marketplace features in phases. The MVP launched with property listings, search, booking, and payments. Subsequent releases added host dashboards, calendar sync, and guest reviews.
Key Outcomes
4 months
Time to Launch
From concept to live MVP with core booking features.
50+
Properties Listed
Active vacation rental listings within 3 months of launch.
15-20%
Commission Saved
Revenue kept by hosts vs OTA bookings.
65%
Mobile Traffic
Mobile-first design captured majority mobile users.
Key Features
Property Search
Location-based search with filters for dates, guests, amenities, and price range.
Real-Time Booking
Live availability calendar with instant booking and request-to-book options.
Secure Payments
Stripe integration for guest payments with automated host payouts.
Host Dashboard
Property management, calendar blocking, and booking overview.
Guest Reviews
Two-way review system building trust in the marketplace.
Mobile Responsive
Full functionality on all devices without a native app.
Tech Stack Used
Project Timeline
Discovery & Planning
2 weeksMapped the user journey for guests and hosts, defined MVP scope, and planned the technical architecture.
Design
3 weeksCreated UI/UX designs for property listings, search, booking flow, and host dashboard.
MVP Development
8 weeksBuilt core features: listings, search, booking engine, and payment integration.
Testing & Launch
2 weeksQA testing, payment flow verification, and production deployment.
Post-Launch
OngoingAdded reviews, calendar sync, and performance optimizations based on user feedback.
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