# How to integrate Apaleo MCP with CrewAI

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{
  "title": "How to integrate Apaleo MCP with CrewAI",
  "toolkit": "Apaleo",
  "toolkit_slug": "apaleo",
  "framework": "CrewAI",
  "framework_slug": "crew-ai",
  "url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/crew-ai",
  "markdown_url": "https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/crew-ai.md",
  "updated_at": "2026-05-12T10:01:18.549Z"
}
```

## Introduction

This guide walks you through connecting Apaleo to CrewAI using the Composio tool router. By the end, you'll have a working Apaleo agent that can archive a property that's no longer active, clone existing property for new location, create a new unit group for suites through natural language commands.
This guide will help you understand how to give your CrewAI agent real control over a Apaleo account through Composio's Apaleo MCP server.
Before we dive in, let's take a quick look at the key ideas and tools involved.

## Also integrate Apaleo with

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/claude-code)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/llama-index)

## TL;DR

Here's what you'll learn:
- Get a Composio API key and configure your Apaleo connection
- Set up CrewAI with an MCP enabled agent
- Create a Tool Router session or standalone MCP server for Apaleo
- Build a conversational loop where your agent can execute Apaleo operations

## What is CrewAI?

CrewAI is a powerful framework for building multi-agent AI systems. It provides primitives for defining agents with specific roles, creating tasks, and orchestrating workflows through crews.
Key features include:
- Agent Roles: Define specialized agents with specific goals and backstories
- Task Management: Create tasks with clear descriptions and expected outputs
- Crew Orchestration: Combine agents and tasks into collaborative workflows
- MCP Integration: Connect to external tools through Model Context Protocol

## What is the Apaleo MCP server, and what's possible with it?

The Apaleo MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent and assistants like Claude, Cursor, etc directly to your Apaleo account. It provides structured and secure access to your property management operations, so your agent can perform actions like managing properties, handling units, checking availability, and automating setup tasks on your behalf.
- Property management and archiving: Enable your agent to create, clone, or archive properties, letting you quickly scale or reorganize your portfolio as your business evolves.
- Unit and unit group operations: Let your agent create new units or unit groups, check if specific units exist, and manage all aspects of your inventory with ease.
- Attribute and setup automation: Ask your agent to create or verify unit attributes, ensuring your property data is always up-to-date and consistent.
- Bulk unit creation: Allow your agent to generate multiple units in one go, following custom naming rules, to save you time during onboarding or expansion.
- Property cloning and rapid deployment: Have your agent clone existing properties with all inventory and rate plans, making it simple to launch new locations based on proven setups.

## Supported Tools

| Tool slug | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| `APALEO_ARCHIVE_A_PROPERTY` | Archive a property | Use this endpoint to archive an existing live property This operation set the IsArchived flag to trueYou must have at least one of these scopes: 'properties.manage, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CHECK_IF_A_PROPERTY_EXISTS` | Check if a property exists | Check if a property exists by id.You need to be authorized (no particular scope required) |
| `APALEO_CHECK_IF_A_UNIT_ATTRIBUTE_EXISTS` | Check if a unit attribute exists | Check if a unit attribute existsYou must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitattributes.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CHECK_IF_A_UNIT_EXISTS` | Check if a unit exists | Check if a unit exists by id.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'units.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CHECK_IF_A_UNIT_GROUP_EXISTS` | Check if a unit group exists | Check if a unit group exists by id.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitgroups.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CLONES_A_PROPERTY` | Clones a property | Use this call to clone a specific property. This operation creates a new property with inventory and rate plans from the specified property.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'properties.create, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CREATE_A_UNIT` | Create a unit | Use this call to create a new unit.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'units.create, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CREATE_A_UNIT_ATTRIBUTE` | Create a unit attribute | Use this call to create a new unit attribute.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitattributes.create, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CREATE_A_UNIT_GROUP` | Create a unit group | Use this call to create a new unit group.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitgroups.create, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CREATE_MULTIPLE_UNITS` | Create multiple units | Use this call to create multiple units, following a naming rule.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'units.create, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_CREATES_A_PROPERTY` | Creates a property | Use this call to create a new property.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'properties.create, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_DELETE_A_UNIT` | Delete a unit | Use this call to delete a unit.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'units.delete, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_DELETE_A_UNIT_GROUP` | Delete a unit group | Use this call to delete a unit group.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitgroups.delete, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_DELETES_UNIT_ATTRIBUTE` | Deletes unit attribute | Deletes unit attributeYou must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitattributes.delete, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_GET_A_PROPERTIES_LIST` | Get a properties list | Get the list of properties.You need to be authorized (no particular scope required) |
| `APALEO_GET_A_PROPERTY` | Get a property | Get a property by id.You need to be authorized (no particular scope required) |
| `APALEO_GET_A_UNIT` | Get a unit | Get a unit by id.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'units.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_GET_A_UNIT_GROUP` | Get a unit group | Get a unit group by id.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitgroups.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_GET_A_UNITS_LIST` | Get a units list | Get the list of units.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'units.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_GET_UNIT_ATTRIBUTE_BY_ID` | Get unit attribute by id | Get unit attribute by idYou must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitattributes.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_GET_UNIT_ATTRIBUTE_LIST` | Get unit attribute list | Get unit attribute listYou must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitattributes.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_LIST_UNIT_GROUPS` | List Unit Groups | Get the list of unit groups.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitgroups.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_MOVE_PROPERTY_TO_LIVE` | Move property to live | Use this endpoint to move an existing test property to live This operation changes the property status to 'Live'You must have at least one of these scopes: 'properties.manage, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_REPLACE_A_UNIT_GROUP` | Replace a unit group | Use this call to modify a unit group.You must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitgroups.manage, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_RESET_PROPERTY_DATA` | Reset Property Data | This endpoint deletes transactional data for a property in 'Test' status. Requires 'properties.manage' or 'setup.manage' scopes. |
| `APALEO_RETURNS_A_LIST_OF_SUPPORTED_COUNTRIES` | Returns a list of supported countries | Returns a list of ISO country codes that could be used to create properties.You need to be authorized (no particular scope required) |
| `APALEO_RETURNS_NUMBER_OF_UNIT_GROUPS` | Returns number of unit groups | Returns number of unit groups matching the filter criteriaYou must have at least one of these scopes: 'unitgroups.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_RETURNS_NUMBER_OF_UNITS` | Returns number of units | Returns number of units matching the filter criteriaYou must have at least one of these scopes: 'units.read, setup.read, setup.manage'. |
| `APALEO_RETURN_TOTAL_COUNT_OF_PROPERTIES` | Return total count of properties | Return total count of propertiesYou need to be authorized (no particular scope required) |

## Supported Triggers

None listed.

## Creating MCP Server - Stand-alone vs Composio SDK

The Apaleo MCP server is an implementation of the Model Context Protocol that connects your AI agent to Apaleo. It provides structured and secure access so your agent can perform Apaleo operations on your behalf through a secure, permission-based interface.
With Composio's managed implementation, you don't have to create your own developer app. For production, if you're building an end product, we recommend using your own credentials. The managed server helps you prototype fast and go from 0-1 faster.

## Step-by-step Guide

### 1. Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure you have:
- Python 3.9 or higher
- A Composio account and API key
- A Apaleo connection authorized in Composio
- An OpenAI API key for the CrewAI LLM
- Basic familiarity with Python

### 1. Getting API Keys for OpenAI and Composio

OpenAI API Key
- Go to the [OpenAI dashboard](https://platform.openai.com/settings/organization/api-keys) and create an API key. You'll need credits to use the models, or you can connect to another model provider.
- Keep the API key safe.
Composio API Key
- Log in to the [Composio dashboard](https://dashboard.composio.dev?utm_source=toolkits&utm_medium=framework_docs).
- Navigate to your API settings and generate a new API key.
- Store this key securely as you'll need it for authentication.

### 2. Install dependencies

**What's happening:**
- composio connects your agent to Apaleo via MCP
- crewai provides Agent, Task, Crew, and LLM primitives
- crewai-tools[mcp] includes MCP helpers
- python-dotenv loads environment variables from .env
```bash
pip install composio crewai crewai-tools[mcp] python-dotenv
```

### 3. Set up environment variables

Create a .env file in your project root.
What's happening:
- COMPOSIO_API_KEY authenticates with Composio
- USER_ID scopes the session to your account
- OPENAI_API_KEY lets CrewAI use your chosen OpenAI model
```bash
COMPOSIO_API_KEY=your_composio_api_key_here
USER_ID=your_user_id_here
OPENAI_API_KEY=your_openai_api_key_here
```

### 4. Import dependencies

**What's happening:**
- CrewAI classes define agents and tasks, and run the workflow
- MCPServerHTTP connects the agent to an MCP endpoint
- Composio will give you a short lived Apaleo MCP URL
```python
import os
from composio import Composio
from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew
from crewai_tools import MCPServerAdapter
import dotenv

dotenv.load_dotenv()

COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
COMPOSIO_USER_ID = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_USER_ID")

if not COMPOSIO_API_KEY:
    raise ValueError("COMPOSIO_API_KEY is not set")
if not COMPOSIO_USER_ID:
    raise ValueError("COMPOSIO_USER_ID is not set")
```

### 5. Create a Composio Tool Router session for Apaleo

**What's happening:**
- You create a Apaleo only session through Composio
- Composio returns an MCP HTTP URL that exposes Apaleo tools
```python
composio_client = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)
session = composio_client.create(user_id=COMPOSIO_USER_ID, toolkits=["apaleo"])

url = session.mcp.url
```

### 6. Initialize the MCP Server

**What's Happening:**
- Server Configuration: The code sets up connection parameters including the MCP server URL, streamable HTTP transport, and Composio API key authentication.
- MCP Adapter Bridge: MCPServerAdapter acts as a context manager that converts Composio MCP tools into a CrewAI-compatible format.
- Agent Setup: Creates a CrewAI Agent with a defined role (Search Assistant), goal (help with internet searches), and access to the MCP tools.
- Configuration Options: The agent includes settings like verbose=False for clean output and max_iter=10 to prevent infinite loops.
- Dynamic Tool Usage: Once created, the agent automatically accesses all Composio Search tools and decides when to use them based on user queries.
```python
server_params = {
    "url": url,
    "transport": "streamable-http",
    "headers": {"x-api-key": COMPOSIO_API_KEY},
}

with MCPServerAdapter(server_params) as tools:
    agent = Agent(
        role="Search Assistant",
        goal="Help users search the internet effectively",
        backstory="You are a helpful assistant with access to search tools.",
        tools=tools,
        verbose=False,
        max_iter=10,
    )
```

### 7. Create a CLI Chatloop and define the Crew

**What's Happening:**
- Interactive CLI Setup: The code creates an infinite loop that continuously prompts for user input and maintains the entire conversation history in a string variable.
- Input Validation: Empty inputs are ignored to prevent processing blank messages and keep the conversation clean.
- Context Building: Each user message is appended to the conversation context, which preserves the full dialogue history for better agent responses.
- Dynamic Task Creation: For every user input, a new Task is created that includes both the full conversation history and the current request as context.
- Crew Execution: A Crew is instantiated with the agent and task, then kicked off to process the request and generate a response.
- Response Management: The agent's response is converted to a string, added to the conversation context, and displayed to the user, maintaining conversational continuity.
```python
print("Chat started! Type 'exit' or 'quit' to end.\n")

conversation_context = ""

while True:
    user_input = input("You: ").strip()

    if user_input.lower() in ["exit", "quit", "bye"]:
        print("\nGoodbye!")
        break

    if not user_input:
        continue

    conversation_context += f"\nUser: {user_input}\n"
    print("\nAgent is thinking...\n")

    task = Task(
        description=(
            f"Conversation history:\n{conversation_context}\n\n"
            f"Current request: {user_input}"
        ),
        expected_output="A helpful response addressing the user's request",
        agent=agent,
    )

    crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task], verbose=False)
    result = crew.kickoff()
    response = str(result)

    conversation_context += f"Agent: {response}\n"
    print(f"Agent: {response}\n")
```

## Complete Code

```python
from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew, LLM
from crewai_tools import MCPServerAdapter
from composio import Composio
from dotenv import load_dotenv
import os

load_dotenv()

GOOGLE_API_KEY = os.getenv("GOOGLE_API_KEY")
COMPOSIO_API_KEY = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_API_KEY")
COMPOSIO_USER_ID = os.getenv("COMPOSIO_USER_ID")

if not GOOGLE_API_KEY:
    raise ValueError("GOOGLE_API_KEY is not set in the environment.")
if not COMPOSIO_API_KEY:
    raise ValueError("COMPOSIO_API_KEY is not set in the environment.")
if not COMPOSIO_USER_ID:
    raise ValueError("COMPOSIO_USER_ID is not set in the environment.")

# Initialize Composio and create a session
composio = Composio(api_key=COMPOSIO_API_KEY)
session = composio.create(
    user_id=COMPOSIO_USER_ID,
    toolkits=["apaleo"],
)
url = session.mcp.url

# Configure LLM
llm = LLM(
    model="gpt-5",
    api_key=os.getenv("OPENAI_API_KEY"),
)

server_params = {
    "url": url,
    "transport": "streamable-http",
    "headers": {"x-api-key": COMPOSIO_API_KEY},
}

with MCPServerAdapter(server_params) as tools:
    agent = Agent(
        role="Search Assistant",
        goal="Help users with internet searches",
        backstory="You are an expert assistant with access to Composio Search tools.",
        tools=tools,
        llm=llm,
        verbose=False,
        max_iter=10,
    )

    print("Chat started! Type 'exit' or 'quit' to end.\n")

    conversation_context = ""

    while True:
        user_input = input("You: ").strip()

        if user_input.lower() in ["exit", "quit", "bye"]:
            print("\nGoodbye!")
            break

        if not user_input:
            continue

        conversation_context += f"\nUser: {user_input}\n"
        print("\nAgent is thinking...\n")

        task = Task(
            description=(
                f"Conversation history:\n{conversation_context}\n\n"
                f"Current request: {user_input}"
            ),
            expected_output="A helpful response addressing the user's request",
            agent=agent,
        )

        crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task], verbose=False)
        result = crew.kickoff()
        response = str(result)

        conversation_context += f"Agent: {response}\n"
        print(f"Agent: {response}\n")
```

## Conclusion

You now have a CrewAI agent connected to Apaleo through Composio's Tool Router. The agent can perform Apaleo operations through natural language commands.
Next steps:
- Add role-specific instructions to customize agent behavior
- Plug in more toolkits for multi-app workflows
- Chain tasks for complex multi-step operations

## How to build Apaleo MCP Agent with another framework

- [OpenAI Agents SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/open-ai-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Agent SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/claude-agents-sdk)
- [Claude Code](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/claude-code)
- [Claude Cowork](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/claude-cowork)
- [Codex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/codex)
- [OpenClaw](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/openclaw)
- [Hermes](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/hermes-agent)
- [CLI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/cli)
- [Google ADK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/google-adk)
- [LangChain](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/langchain)
- [Vercel AI SDK](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/ai-sdk)
- [Mastra AI](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/mastra-ai)
- [LlamaIndex](https://composio.dev/toolkits/apaleo/framework/llama-index)

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What are the differences in Tool Router MCP and Apaleo MCP?

With a standalone Apaleo MCP server, the agents and LLMs can only access a fixed set of Apaleo tools tied to that server. However, with the Composio Tool Router, agents can dynamically load tools from Apaleo and many other apps based on the task at hand, all through a single MCP endpoint.

### Can I use Tool Router MCP with CrewAI?

Yes, you can. CrewAI fully supports MCP integration. You get structured tool calling, message history handling, and model orchestration while Tool Router takes care of discovering and serving the right Apaleo tools.

### Can I manage the permissions and scopes for Apaleo while using Tool Router?

Yes, absolutely. You can configure which Apaleo scopes and actions are allowed when connecting your account to Composio. You can also bring your own OAuth credentials or API configuration so you keep full control over what the agent can do.

### How safe is my data with Composio Tool Router?

All sensitive data such as tokens, keys, and configuration is fully encrypted at rest and in transit. Composio is SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and follows strict security practices so your Apaleo data and credentials are handled as safely as possible.

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