Guestara, a cutting-edge guest management platform, has raised $500,000 in a pre-seed funding round, with prominent investor Sanjay Ghare leading the effort.
The funding is set to propel the startup’s mission to redefine guest experiences through advanced AI-driven solutions tailored for the global hospitality industry.
Established in 2024 by Akshay Dekate, Kajal Makhija, Neelaksh Gupta, and Rajat Maheshwari, Guestara is on a mission to empower hotels and vacation rentals with innovative technology. Its AI-enabled platform streamlines key operational tasks, enabling hotels to deliver seamless services and maximize guest satisfaction. Core features include:
- Unified inboxes for streamlined communication
- Contactless mobile check-ins for effortless guest arrivals
- Omnichannel engagement to enhance connectivity
- Personalized upselling to drive incremental revenue
- Smart checkout options for a smooth departure process
These solutions integrate effortlessly with leading Property Management Systems (PMS), creating a centralized and intelligent guest management system.
Guestara has ambitious plans to onboard 2 million rooms across hotels, resorts, and short-term rentals worldwide. The startup envisions transforming the hospitality sector into a data-driven, guest-centric industry by leveraging AI to improve operational efficiency and strengthen guest loyalty.
As of now, the Gurugram-based company has already partnered with multiple hotels and short-term rental properties, managing over 2,000 rooms, including those from three global hotel chains. Beta clients have reported notable improvements, such as:
- A 20% boost in operational efficiency
- A 35% increase in guest satisfaction
- A 57% rise in incremental revenue
Guestara is targeting a diverse client base, from boutique hotels to large multinational chains. The startup’s approach blends cutting-edge technology with the timeless essence of hospitality, setting new benchmarks in guest management.
With the infusion of fresh capital, Guestara is poised to enhance its AI capabilities, develop more innovative solutions, and expand its global footprint. Its goal is clear: to make hospitality smarter, more efficient, and deeply personalized, thereby ensuring every stay is memorable for guests and profitable for hoteliers.
This milestone marks an exciting chapter in Guestara’s journey, solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the ever-evolving hospitality tech landscape