Direct bookings: phone calls and walk-ins
When a guest calls, do not send them to the website. Just put them on the calendar while they are on the line.
- Tap the empty slot where they want to book (right room, right time).
- Choose Direct Booking.
- Enter their name and phone, party size, and duration.
- Save. The slot is theirs.

Admin bookings play by different rules
- No deposit is collected. You are vouching for this guest, which is typical for regulars.
- Duration limits do not apply to you. Your online minimum might be 1 hour, but you can book a 30-minute quick visit or an extra-long private event. Physical limits (the next booking, closing time) still hold.
For a first-time caller on a busy Friday, text them your booking link instead and let them book online with a deposit. Phone bookings without deposits are where Friday no-shows come from. Save direct bookings for regulars you know will show.