Travel & Hospitality Startups

Airbnb is an online marketplace that enables people to book and list accommodations for short-term rentals, experiences, and services around the world.

69 investors

Clara Travel Pay is a corporate travel payment product that centralizes CTA and virtual card number (VCN) tools, generating single-use virtual cards for each reservation and connecting to travel management companies and global distribution systems. It serves travel management companies and enterprise firms managing high-volume corporate bookings, with a stated focus on the LATAM region.

20 investors

Perk provides AI and automation that handles routine administrative tasks — travel, expenses, invoices, and payments — for employees, while giving companies visibility and configurable controls for policy, governance, and risk. It serves businesses looking to reduce time spent on repetitive back-office work.

20 investors

Yassir operates a super app platform with multiple services across African markets. The platform serves consumers and merchants across logistics, mobility, and marketplace services in 8 home markets.

20 investors

Bounce is a baggage storage service that allows users to book and store bags at convenient locker locations or local shops through an online platform.

18 investors

Navan is an AI-powered platform for corporate travel and expense management that combines booking, policy management, and real-time reporting for enterprise clients. The company serves large organizations with an integrated solution covering flight distribution, hotel inventory, and financial services.

18 investors

HotelTonight is an online marketplace offering discounted last-minute hotel bookings across thousands of properties in major cities and destinations worldwide. The platform serves leisure travelers seeking deals on same-day or advance reservations through its website and mobile app.

17 investors

AvantStay operates a collection of fully furnished, design-forward vacation rental homes in sought-after U.S. destinations, offering short- and long-term stays with amenities like concierge service, Wi-Fi, and smart locks. It also provides property management and real estate services for homeowners as well as corporate travel booking for groups and companies.

15 investors

Cabify operates a ride-hailing platform connecting passengers with drivers for urban transport, and offers a corporate mobility service that lets businesses manage employee and client trips, track rides in real time, and set limits on schedules, prices, and zones.

15 investors

FLYR provides a modular Offer & Order retailing platform for airlines, layered on top of existing passenger service systems to enable omnichannel shopping carts, dynamic AI-driven pricing, marketplace bundling of flights with hotels and activities, post-booking servicing, and cross-airline commerce. It serves airlines looking to modernize retailing without full system replacement.

15 investors

Kolors operates a digital bus travel service in Mexico, offering premium economy intercity trips that passengers can book and pay for online or in cash on boarding. It serves travelers on routes to destinations such as Veracruz, Puebla, Mexico City, and Guadalajara, with a loyalty rewards program and 24/7 customer support.

14 investors

AnyRoad provides a platform for managing and optimizing events, tours, classes, and activations for businesses seeking to build brand loyalty and increase return on investment. The software integrates booking, ticketing, payments, data capture, and analytics for experiential marketing campaigns.

12 investors

Bizly provides a platform and expert services to help companies find event venues, manage meetings, and plan corporate events. The service simplifies event planning for modern businesses of all sizes.

12 investors

Mews is a cloud-based hospitality platform and property management system (PMS) for hotels, covering booking, pre-arrival, check-in, in-stay purchases, point of sale, and check-out. It offers self-service kiosks, digital keys, guest communication tools, and integrations with over 1,000 hospitality apps.

12 investors

Sonder operates a hospitality platform offering managed short-term rental accommodations across multiple cities globally, combining contemporary design with technology-enabled services for guests. The company provides furnished units and personalized guest experiences via mobile app, targeting travelers seeking affordable, well-designed stays.

12 investors

Kasa operates a portfolio of flexible accommodations using technology and operational expertise. The company serves independent-minded travelers seeking short-term lodging across the United States.

11 investors

Surf Air Mobility operates regional air travel across the U.S. through scheduled flights, on-demand private charter booking, and electric aviation technology. It combines air carrier services with software and aircraft electrification aimed at expanding regional air mobility.

11 investors

Habyt operates a flexible accommodation platform offering short-stay and longer-term rental options with integrated amenities, community spaces, and hospitality-focused services. The service targets travelers and residents seeking flexible living arrangements in urban locations.

10 investors

Headout operates a global marketplace that connects travelers with local experiences, activities, and attractions across multiple countries. The platform serves consumers seeking tours, tickets, and real-life experiences with operations in over 150 countries and support for 14 languages.

10 investors

Landing offers fully furnished, flexible-lease apartments in major US cities and Mexico through a mobile app, allowing renters to relocate without traditional long-term lease commitments. The company manages a nationwide network of apartments across 250+ cities for a new generation of mobile renters.

10 investors

Vacasa is a full-service vacation rental management company that provides property care, booking distribution, and revenue management for owners of more than 40,000 vacation homes across North America. It serves homeowners and guests through direct partnerships with platforms including Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com, operating in U.S. states plus Canada, Mexico, Belize, and Costa Rica.

10 investors

Inspirato operates a luxury travel membership club offering curated access to vacation homes, resort partners, and exclusive experiences with personalized concierge services. The company serves affluent members seeking premium travel experiences with managed accommodations and detailed trip planning.

9 investors

Kindred is a platform that facilitates home swaps between travelers, connecting people who exchange their homes for periods of time. The service aims to create meaningful travel experiences built on trust and genuine human connection rather than transactional exchanges.

9 investors

Peek provides booking software and a marketplace for experiences and activities. The platform serves businesses offering things to do and individual customers seeking entertainment and travel experiences.

9 investors