Build a 5-Node AI WhatsApp Receptionist With n8n and Vonage MCP Tools
Blog post from Vonage
An AI-powered WhatsApp receptionist can be created using n8n and Vonage MCP tools to streamline guest interactions for Airbnb hosts, automating responses to routine inquiries while escalating urgent issues through SMS or voice calls. This system employs n8n as the automation engine and Vonage MCP as the communication endpoint, with Google Sheets serving as a database for storing guest and property information. The setup involves configuring a Vonage application, deploying an MCP bridge with Render, and building an n8n workflow that integrates Google Sheets, an AI agent, and Vonage tools for messaging and calls. The AI agent interprets messages, determines the severity of issues, and uses the appropriate tools to respond, making this solution adaptable beyond Airbnb to various customer service scenarios.