Booking Hog vs Xola

    Xola is a booking and marketing platform for tours and activities with a strong focus on conversion and guest messaging.

    Xola is generally sold with a combination of subscription and booking fees. Verify their current rates directly.

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    Why operators look for a Xola alternative

    • You want one predictable percentage rather than a mixed subscription-and-fee bill.
    • You need rentals and nightly inventory alongside tours.
    • You want waivers and check-in in the same system as bookings.

    Side by side

    FeatureXolaBooking Hog
    Commercial modelSubscription plus booking feesSingle 1.5% online booking fee
    Guest messagingStrong marketing toolingAutomation Hub: email and SMS journeys included
    Rentals and staysLimitedHourly, daily, and nightly supported
    Digital waiversUsually a separate product or add-onBuilt in — Waiver Hog waivers ship with every account
    Staff scheduling & manifestsVaries by planIncluded, with live mobile manifests
    Rentals and nightly staysOften tours-onlyHourly, daily, and nightly rentals on the same platform
    SetupOnboarding call, sometimes contract-basedSelf-serve; most operators are live the same day

    Competitor details are summarised from their public positioning and can change. Always confirm current pricing and features with Xola before deciding.

    Questions

    Does Booking Hog do automated guest marketing?

    Yes. Automated confirmations, reminders, follow-ups, review requests, and abandoned-cart messaging are built in for email and SMS.

    How does Booking Hog charge?

    A 1.5% online booking fee on online bookings. There is no monthly platform fee, no per-seat licence, and no OTA-style commission on your direct sales. Always compare against the provider's current published rates.