Starting from version 1.2.4, Simple BnB Rental introduces a brand-new calendar view in the WordPress admin area, powered by FullCalendar.
This update makes reservation management faster, clearer and much more intuitive, especially for property owners who prefer to manage everything directly inside WordPress, without external booking platforms or recurring fees.
New FullCalendar admin view
The new calendar interface is built using FullCalendar, one of the most reliable and widely adopted JavaScript calendar libraries.
It includes:
- Monthly view (
dayGridMonth) for a complete overview of reservations - Daily timeline view (
timeGridDay) for detailed check-in and check-out management - Tab switching between calendar view and classic table view
This allows you to choose the layout that best fits your daily workflow.
View booking details instantly
Clicking on any reservation event opens a modal window showing the full booking details, including:
- customer information
- rental dates
- booking status
- payment status
From the same modal, you can quickly:
- view the booking details page
- cancel or delete the reservation
No page reloads, no searching through tables, everything stays in context.
Faster workflow for daily management
The new calendar view allows you to navigate between reservations without losing context. It makes it much easier to visually check availability, identify overlaps or busy periods, and manage same-day check-ins and check-outs.
For many hosts, the calendar becomes the main screen for management, while the table view remains available for advanced filters and reports.
Internal improvements and cleanup
Alongside the FullCalendar integration, the plugin received several internal improvements, including:
- general code cleanup
- improved admin performance
- optimized asset loading
- cleaner separation between calendar and table views
These changes help keep the plugin lightweight and responsive even as new features are added.
A fully self-hosted booking system
Simple BnB Rental is designed for property owners who want full control over their booking system.
There is:
- no synchronization with external platforms
- no monthly subscriptions
- no per-booking commissions
- no dependency on third-party APIs
All reservations, customers and availability data are stored directly in your WordPress database.
This makes the plugin ideal for:
- small B&Bs
- holiday apartments
- agriturismi
- guesthouses
- private hosts managing a limited number of properties
External booking platforms often come with recurring costs, conflicting availability, and a loss of ownership over customer data. Simple BnB Rental, however, prioritizes reliability, simplicity, and independence, along with long-term cost stability.
If you primarily manage your bookings through your website, a self-hosted solution is often the most efficient and sustainable choice.
The FullCalendar admin view is available starting from Simple BnB Rental version 1.2.4.
No additional configuration is required, the calendar tab becomes available automatically after updating. If you’re looking for a WordPress booking plugin with an integrated calendar, without external services or recurring fees, Simple BnB Rental provides a clean and reliable solution built entirely around WordPress.
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