Altovita

Altovita: Complete Integration Guide for Extended Stay & Corporate Housing

Looking to reach corporate travelers and extended-stay guests? Altovita connects serviced apartments and corporate housing to business travelers, offering commission-based distribution with focus on 30+ day bookings, employee relocations, and project-based accommodations.

What is Altovita?

Altovita is a specialized booking platform focused exclusively on extended-stay accommodations, serviced apartments, and corporate housing for business travelers and companies. The platform connects properties offering monthly and long-term rentals (30+ days) with corporate clients, HR departments, and remote workers seeking temporary housing.

Founded to streamline corporate housing procurement, Altovita serves global businesses relocating employees, project teams requiring temporary accommodations, and individual professionals working remotely or on extended assignments. The platform differentiates itself by focusing on monthly rentals rather than short-term vacation stays, offering standardized booking processes, transparent pricing, and corporate invoicing.

Key Statistics

Properties listed: Curated inventory of serviced apartments, corporate housing, and extended-stay properties globally
Geographic coverage: Global focus on major business hubs and cities with corporate demand
Property types: Serviced apartments, corporate housing, extended-stay properties, furnished rentals
Founded: Specialized extended-stay and corporate housing platform
Estimated commission: 15-25% (varies by market, contract terms, and booking duration)

Why Connect to Altovita?

Benefits for Serviced Apartments & Corporate Housing

Extended Stay Focus: Platform specializes in 30+ day bookings, providing stable occupancy and predictable revenue
Corporate Distribution: Direct access to HR departments, travel managers, and companies relocating employees
Commission structure: 15-25% commission rates standard for corporate housing distribution
Monthly Billing: Extended stays reduce turnover costs and vacancy periods compared to short-term rentals

Benefits for Property Owners

B2B Market Access: Corporate clients booking accommodations for employees on assignments, relocations, or projects
Longer Bookings: Average stays range from 1-6 months, minimizing operational costs and maximizing occupancy
Target audience: Corporate relocations, remote workers, project teams, business travelers on extended assignments
Repeat Business: Companies with ongoing corporate housing needs provide consistent booking volume

Key Features & Capabilities

Distribution Reach

Altovita targets corporate travel managers and HR departments seeking monthly accommodations for employees on temporary assignments, relocations, or project-based work. The platform’s focus on 30+ day minimum stays appeals to companies prioritizing cost-effective alternatives to hotels for extended business travel.

Properties benefit from standardized corporate booking processes, transparent monthly pricing, and invoice management tailored to business procurement requirements. This B2B distribution model provides stable occupancy rates and reduces marketing costs compared to acquiring individual short-term guests.

Property Types Supported

Ideal property types:

Serviced apartments with hotel amenities
Corporate housing with business facilities
Furnished apartments suitable for monthly rentals
Extended-stay properties near business districts
Multi-bedroom units for relocating families

Best-performing markets:

United States: New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Boston, Austin, Seattle, Washington DC
United Kingdom: London (financial districts, Canary Wharf, City of London)
Europe: Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Frankfurt, Zurich (corporate hubs)
Asia Pacific: Singapore, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Sydney (business centers)
Middle East: Dubai, Abu Dhabi (oil/gas industry corporate housing)

Commission Structure

Standard commission: 15-25% per booking (varies by market, property type, and contract terms)

Payment terms:

Properties receive payment on monthly installments for extended stays
Commission deducted from total booking value or monthly rental amount
Corporate invoicing available for business clients

Volume discounts:

Companies booking multiple apartments or ongoing corporate housing may negotiate preferential rates
Long-term contracts (6+ months) may qualify for reduced commission structures

How to Connect Altovita to Zeevou

Integration Methods

iCal Synchronization:

Two-way calendar sync with 15-30 minute update delay
Prevents double bookings across all channels
Easy setup requiring no technical knowledge
Ideal for independent corporate housing operators

Channel Manager API:

Real-time inventory and rate updates
Instant booking confirmations
Advanced pricing automation for monthly rates
Requires Zeevou Pro plan or higher

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Register as a property partner on Altovita’s platform (altovita.com or partner portal)

2. Complete property verification (furnishings, amenities, monthly pricing, availability calendars)

3. Configure commission agreements (review 15-25% commission rates and payment terms)

4. Log in to your Zeevou account at zeevou.com

5. Navigate to Channels → Add Channel

6. Select “Altovita” from the channel directory

7. Choose integration method (iCal sync or API connection)

8. Export iCal URL from Zeevou for your property (if using iCal method)

9. Import iCal URL in your Altovita property dashboard

10. Map property details (emphasize business amenities, monthly rates, minimum 30-day stays)

11. Verify synchronization by creating a test booking

12. Monitor sync status in Zeevou dashboard

Pros & Cons of Altovita

Advantages ✅

Extended Stay Specialization: Platform exclusively targets 30+ day bookings, providing stable occupancy and predictable monthly revenue
Corporate Client Access: Direct distribution to HR departments, travel managers, and companies with employee relocation needs
Reduced Turnover Costs: Monthly bookings minimize cleaning, maintenance, and guest acquisition expenses compared to short-term rentals
Standardized B2B Processes: Corporate invoicing, transparent pricing, and procurement-friendly booking workflows
Consistent Booking Volume: Corporate clients with ongoing housing needs provide repeat business and stable occupancy

Disadvantages ❌

Commission Rates: 15-25% commission reduces profit margins compared to direct corporate bookings
Minimum Stay Requirements: 30+ day minimum stays exclude short-term business travelers and weekend guests
Geographic Limitations: Best performance in major business hubs; limited demand in leisure destinations or secondary markets
Corporate Negotiations: Business clients may request volume discounts or preferential rates, impacting revenue per booking
Vacancy Risk: Extended bookings mean longer vacancy periods if cancellations occur; less flexibility to adjust pricing for short-term demand

Altovita vs. Alternative Channels

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| Commission | 15-25% | 15-25% | 15-25% | 3% (hosts) + guest fees |

Zeevou’s Altovita Integration

Zeevou connects to Altovita alongside 200+ other OTA and distribution channels, allowing you to:

Centralize Operations: Manage Altovita extended-stay bookings alongside short-term Airbnb, Booking.com, and direct reservations from one platform
Prevent Double Bookings: Automatic calendar synchronization blocks availability across all channels
Automate Pricing: Set dynamic monthly rates by season, channel, or corporate contract terms
Unified Inbox: All Altovita guest messages appear in Zeevou’s centralized communication hub
Financial Reporting: Track revenue by channel to measure Altovita’s contribution to portfolio performance
Multi-Property Management: Connect unlimited corporate housing units to Altovita from Zeevou’s platform

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Altovita charge in commission?

Altovita typically charges 15-25% commission per booking, varying by market, property type, contract terms, and booking duration. Commission rates align with corporate housing distribution standards. Properties may negotiate preferential rates for corporate clients booking multiple apartments or signing long-term contracts exceeding 6 months.

Can vacation rentals without corporate amenities list on Altovita?

Altovita specializes in extended-stay corporate housing with business-friendly amenities (Wi-Fi, workspace, laundry, kitchen). Vacation rentals without these facilities or monthly pricing may not align with the platform’s corporate traveler focus. Properties should offer hotel-quality furnishings, professional housekeeping, and 24/7 support suitable for business guests on extended assignments.

How long does it take to connect Altovita to Zeevou?

The technical connection setup takes approximately 30-45 minutes using iCal synchronization. API integration (available on Zeevou Pro plans) requires 1-2 hours for initial configuration. Property verification by Altovita (quality review, monthly pricing approval, corporate suitability) can take 1-2 weeks before listings go live.

Does Altovita support instant booking?

Yes. Altovita supports instant booking for qualified properties, allowing corporate clients and business travelers to confirm monthly reservations immediately. The platform handles payment processing and booking confirmations directly, with calendar synchronization updating availability in Zeevou and other connected channels.

What information does Altovita require from property owners?

Altovita requires professional interior photography showcasing business amenities (workspace, kitchen, living areas), detailed property descriptions emphasizing corporate suitability, comprehensive facility lists, monthly pricing calendars (30+ day rates), flexible cancellation policies suitable for corporate clients, and documentation demonstrating property meets extended-stay standards (furnishings, housekeeping, support services).

Can I manage multiple corporate housing units on Altovita through Zeevou?

Yes. Zeevou supports unlimited property connections to Altovita for corporate housing portfolios. You can manage entire collections of serviced apartments across global business hubs, synchronizing calendars, monthly rates, and corporate client communications from one centralized Zeevou platform.

Does Altovita have restrictions on minimum night stays?

Altovita specializes in extended stays with typical 30+ day minimum requirements. Some properties may offer flexibility for slightly shorter corporate assignments (15-30 days), but the platform primarily targets monthly and multi-month bookings. Short-term stays (1-14 nights) are not the platform’s focus.

How do I handle cancellations from Altovita?

Cancellations made through Altovita appear automatically in Zeevou when calendars are synchronized via iCal (15-30 minute delay) or API (instant update). Altovita manages its own cancellation policies (often more flexible for corporate clients to accommodate project changes) and handles refunds directly. Properties receive revenue according to negotiated commission agreements, typically on monthly installment schedules for extended stays.

What are the average guest demographics for Altovita?

Altovita attracts corporate travelers on extended business assignments (1-6 months), employees relocating for new positions, project teams requiring temporary housing during construction or consulting engagements, remote workers seeking monthly accommodations in different cities, and HR departments booking corporate housing for multiple employees. Average stays range from 30 days to 6 months, with corporate bookings often extending 1-3 months based on assignment durations.

Conclusion

Altovita provides serviced apartments and corporate housing with specialized distribution to extended-stay business travelers and corporate clients. With 15-25% commission rates, exclusive focus on 30+ day bookings, and B2B corporate procurement workflows, the platform offers unique value for properties targeting monthly rentals and employee relocations.

While commission rates and minimum stay requirements may not suit short-term vacation rental operators, the platform’s extended-stay focus delivers stable occupancy, reduced turnover costs, and access to corporate clients with ongoing housing needs.

By connecting Altovita to Zeevou alongside 200+ other channels, corporate housing operators can manage extended-stay bookings, synchronize calendars across short-term and long-term channels, prevent double bookings, and track multi-channel revenue from one centralized dashboard.

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