Transforming guest experiences and operational efficiency, Guestara aims to onboard 2 million rooms globally.
Chennai, December 30, 2024: Guestara, a trailblazing hospitality tech startup, has raised $500K in a pre-seed funding round led by seasoned travel and hospitality tech entrepreneur Sanjay Ghare. The funding will drive Guestara’s mission to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) for transforming how hotels manage guests, delivering seamless, data-driven experiences at scale.
Founded by CEO Akshay Dekate and a team of three co-founders, Guestara offers an innovative AI-powered guest management platform designed to streamline hospitality operations, enhance guest satisfaction, and uncover new revenue opportunities. With over a decade of experience in hospitality innovation, Akshay and his team are reimagining the guest journey.
A Holistic AI-Powered Solution for Modern Hospitality
Guestara’s platform centralizes and automates essential functions for hotels, resorts, and vacation rentals, offering features such as:
- Unified Inbox: Manage all guest communications from a single dashboard.
- Contactless Mobile Check-In: Streamline the check-in process for guests.
- Omnichannel Guest Engagement: Personalize interactions across platforms.
- Smart Checkout: Simplify departures and billing.
- Personalized Upselling: Boost revenue with tailored recommendations.
By integrating seamlessly with leading Property Management Systems (PMS), Guestara transforms guest management into an intelligent, centralized workflow, enabling hotels to focus on creating exceptional experiences.
Driving Tangible Results for Beta Clients
Guestara has already onboarded 2,000+ rooms across hotels and vacation rentals, including three global hotel chains. These beta clients have reported significant benefits:
- A 20% increase in operational efficiency.
- A 35% rise in guest satisfaction.
- A 57% boost in incremental revenue.
“Hospitality is more than a service—it’s an experience,” said Akshay. “Guestara harnesses AI to elevate that experience, enabling hotels to operate more efficiently while building stronger guest relationships. Our vision is to onboard 2 million rooms globally and set a new benchmark for guest management in the hospitality industry.”
Industry Enthusiasm and Expansion Plans
Sanjay Ghare, who led the funding round, emphasized Guestara’s potential to transform the sector:
“We see Guestara as a game-changer. Their AI-driven approach delivers immediate economic and experiential benefits to hotels, redefining modern hospitality. I’m excited to support their journey toward global impact.”
With the new funding, Guestara plans to accelerate product development and expand its reach, targeting diverse hotel partners—from boutique independents to multinational chains. The company is poised to set a new standard in guest management, blending advanced technology with genuine hospitality.
Partner with Guestara
To learn more or explore partnership opportunities, contact Guestara at care@guestara.com.
