Guest registration

Less paperwork. More peace of mind.

If your market requires guest reporting, you can't get out of it—but that doesn't mean it has to be a major hassle. With Lodgify Guest Registration, you can automate guest data submission and meet legal requirements effortlessly.

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Trusted by hosts worldwide

Thousands of vacation rental hosts rely on Lodgify to simplify guest registration and stay compliant with local regulations.

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Guest registration that runs itself

Stop scrambling for guest details at check-in. Collect everything you need automatically and keep your records organized.

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Automated data collection

Guests receive a simple online form before arrival. They fill in their details and you get everything you need without lifting a finger.

Compliance-ready records

Guest registration data is stored securely and formatted for local authority submissions. Be ready for inspections without the stress.

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Ensure compliance, effortlessly

Local regulations can be confusing. Lodgify helps you meet guest reporting requirements so you can host with confidence and avoid fines.

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Automatic authority submissions

Secure data storage

Audit-ready documentation

Region-specific compliance

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Smoother arrivals for you and your guests

First impressions matter. When guest reporting is handled before check-in, arrivals feel seamless and professional.

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Pre-arrival registration

Guests complete their details online before they arrive. No awkward paperwork at the door, just a warm welcome.

Faster check-in experience

With all the information already collected, you can hand over the keys and let your guests start enjoying their stay right away.

How guest registration works with Lodgify

From booking confirmation to authority submission, Lodgify handles the guest registration process so you can spend less time on admin and more time hosting.

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Booking confirmed
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Request sent
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Data collected
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Compliance handled
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Ready for anything

Guest books their stay

When a reservation comes in, Lodgify automatically triggers the guest registration process.

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Guest receives the registration form

Your guest gets a friendly email with a simple online form. They fill in their details from their phone or computer before arrival.

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Information stored securely

All guest details are saved in your Lodgify account. Everything is organized and easy to access whenever you need it.

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Data shared with local authorities

Where supported, Lodgify submits guest reporting data to the relevant authorities according to local rules. You stay compliant without extra work.

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Audit-ready records at your fingertips

If an inspection comes up, your guest registration records are organized and ready to go. No scrambling through spreadsheets or emails.

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Guest registration without the stress

Manual guest registration takes time and leaves room for mistakes. With Lodgify, guests complete their details before arrival through a simple online form. Data is stored securely and submitted to local authorities where required. You get smoother check-ins, fewer compliance worries and records that are always ready for inspection.

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“My onboarding experience with Lodgify was outstanding...The setup sessions were clear and personalized, helping me feel confident using the platform right away. Lodgify’s onboarding team truly sets the tone for how customer support should be handled — professional, thorough, and genuinely invested in your success.”

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“It's been a breath of fresh air...it all just works.”

“The platform is intuitive, the website templates look professional straight out of the box, and the booking engine has made life so much easier... What’s impressed me most is how seamlessly everything connects — website, payments, calendar, channels — it all just works. That’s rare. On top of that, the support team has been brilliant...Lodgify has genuinely lifted our online presence and revenue.”

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“It was much better than I ever expected. And I expected a lot!”

“I was doing great using Airbnb to host our property for nightly rentals. I didn't think I needed to use a property management software like Lodgify to cross post and create a website for our home. But when we added a 2nd property I thought about it more and decided to try it out. I AM SO GLAD I DID! It was so easy to integrate our properties and cross post them. We have been seeing a measurable increase in revenue and bookings.”

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“Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable all-in-one system to run multiple properties smoothly!”

“Lodgify has been a great tool for managing my short-term rental business. It’s easy to connect listings across Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and my own website, keeping everything perfectly synchronized. The interface is clean, and automation features like guest messages and booking confirmations save a lot of time.”

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“Lodgify didn't just meet my expectations—it blew them away...For once, it feels like software made for people like me.”

“The platform itself is beautifully designed, fast, and incredibly functional. From centralising bookings and payments to building a slick website for our guesthouse, it’s all there. IDEAL integration? Check. Two-way sync with Airbnb and Booking? Seamless. The mobile app? Actually usable. For once, it feels like software made for people like me.”

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Trusted by thousands of hosts

Hosts managing everything from one beach house to entire portfolios rely on Lodgify to keep operations running smoothly.

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Still have questions?

What is guest registration and why do I need it?

Guest registration is the process of collecting and storing guest information for your records and local compliance. Many regions require vacation rental hosts to report guest details to authorities. With Lodgify, this process is automated so you can meet requirements without manual data entry or spreadsheets.

How does automated guest registration work?

When a guest books, Lodgify sends them a simple online form to complete before arrival. They fill in their details from any device. The information is stored securely in your account and can be submitted to local authorities where supported. You get organized records without chasing guests for paperwork.

Which regions does Lodgify support for guest reporting?

Lodgify supports guest reporting in several regulated markets, including parts of Europe where local laws require hosts to submit guest data. The system is designed to adapt to regional requirements. Check with our team to confirm support for your specific location.

Is guest data stored securely?

Yes. All guest registration data is stored securely in your Lodgify account with appropriate protections in place. Information is only shared with authorities where required by local regulations. You maintain control over your records and can access them whenever needed.

Will there be an extra cost for hosts?

No, there will be no extra cost for Lodgify Guest Registration. However, it is only available for Ultimate plan users.

Do I need to register guests with the authorities?

Whether you need to register your guests with the local authorities depends on the country in which your vacation rental is located. Currently, all of the following countries require some form of guest registration: Austria, Belgium, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Dubai, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Switzerland (Zurich only), and the U.K. However, regulations are constantly changing, so be sure to check with your local authorities.

How can I enable this feature?

For step-by-step instructions about how to set up Lodgify Guest Registration, visit our Knowledge Base.

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