How to Automate Guesty Payments with ChargeAutomation
Guesty payments get far less manual once you connect ChargeAutomation directly to the platform. It syncs every reservation the moment it comes in.
Guesty brings reservations from Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com and direct channels into one dashboard. But managers who run that stack still need a payment layer. It handles payment collection, guest ID checks and upsells for each booking.
This article explains what Guesty covers on its own and how the ChargeAutomation integration works. It also lists exactly what gets automated once the two are connected.
Key Takeaways
Guesty brings reservations from all channels into one place. As of June 2026, it also runs Agent Hub, a set of AI agents for revenue, messaging, operations, finance, marketing and reviews.
ChargeAutomation connects to Guesty through an integration token. Once set up, it applies on its own to every future booking.
With Guesty and ChargeAutomation, you can automate security deposit holds, guest ID checks, digital signatures and upsell offers for each booking.
Setup often takes a few minutes. ChargeAutomation is free to start, with no contract.
Automated upselling through this stack may help some operators grow add-on revenue by up to 490 percent year over year.
What Guesty Handles for Property Managers
Guesty is built around real-time channel sync. It keeps availability and pricing in line across Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com through direct API links, not slow iCal feeds.
It also has an owner portal for managers who run homes for owners. And it has a unified inbox that pulls guest chats from every channel into one place.
In June 2026, Guesty added Agent Hub. This is a set of AI agents that run tasks across revenue, messaging, operations, finance, marketing and reviews, within limits the operator sets.
But none of these tools is built to collect security deposits, check guest ID or process OTA virtual credit cards. That is why you need a payment layer like ChargeAutomation, which often covers:
Guest identity checks and biometric ID collection
Digital signature capture
Security deposit pre-authorization with automatic release
Scheduled partial or full payment charges
OTA virtual credit card processing
AI-timed upsell offers for room upgrades and add-ons
How the ChargeAutomation and Guesty Integration Works
ChargeAutomation connects to Guesty with an integration token you create in the Guesty marketplace. Once set up, it applies on its own to every future booking, from any channel.
Reservation data syncs in from Guesty. ChargeAutomation then runs the payment and guest steps on top of it, such as scheduled charges, deposit holds and OTA virtual credit card processing.
Setup often takes a few minutes once the token is in place. ChargeAutomation is free to start, with no contract.
Connecting the two platforms often takes these steps:
Add the Guesty integration token in the ChargeAutomation dashboard
Set payment rules by property, booking source, or tag
Turn on guest ID checks and digital signature for check-in
Turn on automated upsell offers
Confirm security deposit pre-authorization windows
Test the flow on a sample reservation before going live
What Gets Automated Once Guesty Is Connected
Once the link is live, ChargeAutomation applies your payment rules, ID checks and upsell offers to every new Guesty booking. There is no manual entry.
Guests get a single link that can cover check-in, ID checks, digital signature and payment in one flow. It works the same no matter which channel the booking came from.
The list below covers the core tasks that move from manual to automatic:
Fewer manual payment follow-ups per booking
The same guest checks across every channel
Faster security deposit collection and release
More add-on revenue from automated upsells
One connected workflow instead of separate tools for payments and guest experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Guesty integrate with ChargeAutomation for payments?
Yes. ChargeAutomation connects directly to Guesty with an integration token from the Guesty marketplace. It syncs reservations on its own and applies your payment rules to each one.
What does ChargeAutomation automate on top of Guesty?
ChargeAutomation can automate payment collection, security deposit holds, guest ID checks, digital signatures and upsell offers. It does this for every reservation synced from Guesty.
How long does it take to connect ChargeAutomation to Guesty?
Setup often takes a few minutes once you create the Guesty integration token and enter it in the ChargeAutomation dashboard. The link then applies on its own to future reservations.
Is there a cost to connect ChargeAutomation to Guesty?
ChargeAutomation is free to start, with no contract. Pricing grows with usage as your bookings grow. Start for free at chargeautomation.com
Can ChargeAutomation collect security deposits on Guesty reservations?
Yes. ChargeAutomation can hold security deposits on Guesty bookings and release them on their own after checkout. This can help you avoid the transaction fee tied to a direct charge.
