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​Hostex 4.23.0 Release: Internationalized Booking Site & Flexible Refunds​

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Dave·17 days ago·permalink

We’re excited to announce Hostex 4.23.0, featuring ​internationalized booking site capabilities​ and ​enhanced refund flexibility​ to help hosts better serve global guests while streamlining operations.


1. Internationalized Booking Site

Your direct booking site now supports ​multi-language, multi-currency, and localized unit displays​ to match guest preferences seamlessly.

​🌐 Multi-Language Support​

  • 13 Languages: English, Deutsch, Español, Français, Italiano, Português, Русский, 日本語, 한국어, 繁體中文, 简体中文, ไทย, العربية.

  • Guests can select their preferred language when browsing your site.

  • In addition to system UI, guests can choose to translate listing titles, descriptions, and reviews.

  • AI-powered real-time translation ensures maximum accuracy.

​💱 Multi-Currency Support​

  • Guests can switch to any global currency.

  • Prices are calculated based on real-time exchange rates.

  • The system automatically displays the local currency based on the guest’s location, while manual switching is also available.

Note: Displayed amounts are estimates only; final payment is charged in the host’s original pricing currency.

📏 Localized Unit Display​

  • Supports both metric and imperial measurements.

  • Bed dimensions will be displayed in the guest’s local unit preference based on their country.


2. Manual Partial Refunds for Bookings

Hosts can now issue custom partial refunds for a direct booking at any time before or during the stay (upcoming or in-progress reservations).

  • Flexible Refund Amounts: Set any partial refund value (not limited to fixed amounts).

  • Multiple Operations: Refund the same reservation various times as needed (e.g., partial refund for early check-out + additional compensation).

📚 For step-by-step instructions, see: Booking Site Refunds Help Doc


3. Customizable Default Task Start Time

To align with diverse property rules, hosts can now ​set a custom default start time for tasks​ (e.g., "Start cleaning at 10:00 AM" instead of the system default).

Have questions? Contact us at contact@hostex.com or visit our Help Center.