Cancel a reservation

When Should You Cancel a Reservation?

You may need to cancel a reservation when:

  • A guest requests cancellation
  • A booking was created by mistake
  • The guest does not meet payment or policy requirements
  • Operational changes require releasing the room inventory

Once a reservation is canceled, the room inventory will be released and made available for sale again.

1. How to Cancel a Reservation on PC (Web Version)

Step1: Go to the Calendar View and select the reservation. Select More and click Cancel.

Calendar View

Step2: On the Cancel page, select the reservation and fill in the penalty. Click Confirm.

Confirm reservation on cancel page

📌 Notes

  • The reservation information will be cleared out once it is canceled. There will be a pop-up box to remind you to settle. The pop-up box won't be shown if you still have another room in the reservation.
system prompt
  • You may cancel the rooms one by one.
cancel the rooms one by one
  • You can select the room details and cancel the room.
select the room details and cancel the room

2. How to Cancel a Reservation on the Mobile App

Step1. Open the Smart Order App → Go to the reservation details page → Tap Cancel (usually located in the top-right corner).

Step2. Select the room(s) to cancel and enter a cancellation fee if required, tap Confirm to finish.

confirm penalty

The cancellation will be processed immediately, and inventory will be released.

3. Important Things to Know

  • OTA bookings (e.g. Booking.com, Expedia)
    If the reservation comes from an OTA, you may also need to cancel it directly on the OTA platform to avoid mismatched inventory or penalties.
  • Cancellation fees
    Any penalty charged should follow your property’s cancellation policy.
  • Inventory sync
    After cancellation, Smart Order automatically updates room availability across the system.

By using the Cancel Reservation feature in the Smart Order, you can easily manage cancellations and ensure a smooth and efficient experience for both your guests and staff.

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