Valpas is a company focused on enhancing bed bug safety in the hospitality industry, providing innovative prevention systems that allow hotels to protect their guests and maintain a pest-free environment. Their technology features a bioengineered design that integrates a standard pitfall trap with wireless capabilities, effectively attracting, trapping, and detecting bed bugs while preventing infestations. By adopting Valpas systems, hotels can eliminate the need for harmful pesticides, reducing environmental impact and promoting guest safety. Valpas has garnered positive recognition from a growing number of highly-rated hotels worldwide, making it a trusted choice for both leisure and corporate travelers who prioritize safety in their accommodations. The Valpas label signifies a commitment to guest protection and sustainable practices in the hospitality sector.
Bizly, Inc. is a New York-based company founded in 2015 that operates a platform designed to streamline the organization of professional meetings. The platform offers an automated end-to-end solution for booking elevated hotel experiences, private meeting rooms, and co-working spaces. Bizly's innovative system enables users to manage invitations, attendee logistics, venue bookings, and hybrid or virtual technology needs with ease, serving professionals globally. By facilitating a structured approach to meeting planning, Bizly allows organizations to designate roles such as administrators and meeting planners, while also providing visibility into spending and savings associated with small meetings. The platform is utilized by many Fortune 500 companies, enhancing efficiency and reducing the complexities of meeting management.
Hosty Inc. is a company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that owns and operates a chain of unmanned hotels under the brand name Mizuka. Founded in 2015, Hosty focuses on providing affordable accommodation options for travelers through its compact hotel concept. Each hotel offers fully equipped accommodations with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, allowing guests to enjoy a convenient stay without the need for on-site staff. The company's innovative approach to hotel management emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness, catering to the growing demand for budget-friendly lodging solutions.
Gtriip, Inc., founded in 2014 and based in San Francisco, California, develops a biometric-driven software platform that facilitates document-less registration and check-in services for hotels and offices. Utilizing advanced deep learning neural networks, Gtriip's technology allows guests to verify their identity by matching a photo ID with a smartphone selfie, thereby creating a contactless experience. The platform serves approximately 30,000 rooms and access points, streamlining the registration process for travelers and enhancing convenience for hotel and office staff. Gtriip's innovation aims to simplify and secure the check-in experience without the need for physical travel documents.
Atta, previously known as WithTravel, is an accommodation metasearch service that assists users in finding hotels, apartments, and vacation rentals for their travel needs. The platform aggregates a vast array of options from various sources, allowing travelers to search based on destination, travel dates, and number of guests. Users can refine their results by price range, type of accommodation, and available amenities. Atta employs artificial intelligence and big data to enhance its search capabilities, learning from previous data to deliver tailored travel proposals that include both accommodation and airline ticket information. Currently, the service covers major cities in Japan and offers its application in multiple languages, including English, Japanese, Chinese, and several Southeast Asian languages, with plans to expand its accommodation offerings over time.
Hosty
Venture Round in 2019
Hosty Inc. is a company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that owns and operates a chain of unmanned hotels under the brand name Mizuka. Founded in 2015, Hosty focuses on providing affordable accommodation options for travelers through its compact hotel concept. Each hotel offers fully equipped accommodations with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, allowing guests to enjoy a convenient stay without the need for on-site staff. The company's innovative approach to hotel management emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness, catering to the growing demand for budget-friendly lodging solutions.
Hosty Inc. is a company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that owns and operates a chain of unmanned hotels under the brand name Mizuka. Founded in 2015, Hosty focuses on providing affordable accommodation options for travelers through its compact hotel concept. Each hotel offers fully equipped accommodations with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, allowing guests to enjoy a convenient stay without the need for on-site staff. The company's innovative approach to hotel management emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness, catering to the growing demand for budget-friendly lodging solutions.
Atta, previously known as WithTravel, is an accommodation metasearch service that assists users in finding hotels, apartments, and vacation rentals for their travel needs. The platform aggregates a vast array of options from various sources, allowing travelers to search based on destination, travel dates, and number of guests. Users can refine their results by price range, type of accommodation, and available amenities. Atta employs artificial intelligence and big data to enhance its search capabilities, learning from previous data to deliver tailored travel proposals that include both accommodation and airline ticket information. Currently, the service covers major cities in Japan and offers its application in multiple languages, including English, Japanese, Chinese, and several Southeast Asian languages, with plans to expand its accommodation offerings over time.
Hosty
Venture Round in 2019
Hosty Inc. is a company based in Fukuoka, Japan, that owns and operates a chain of unmanned hotels under the brand name Mizuka. Founded in 2015, Hosty focuses on providing affordable accommodation options for travelers through its compact hotel concept. Each hotel offers fully equipped accommodations with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, allowing guests to enjoy a convenient stay without the need for on-site staff. The company's innovative approach to hotel management emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness, catering to the growing demand for budget-friendly lodging solutions.
DAILYHOTEL
Series C in 2018
DAILYHOTEL is a lifestyle technology enabler that provides affordable access to quality experiences in accommodation, dining and travel offerings through its mobile platform. They focus on transaction through mobile app only, selling more than 100,000 room every month on average in just South Korea alone. In 2017 March, they have reached over 7million downloads for their app.
Loco Partners
Series B in 2016
Loco Partners, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that operates an online marketplace for accommodations in Japan. Founded in 2011, Loco Partners offers Relux, a reservation service featuring a selection of prestigious hotels and traditional ryokans. The platform allows clients to search for and book rooms at high-quality inns while facilitating negotiations with accommodation facilities. In addition to its booking services, Loco Partners provides social media marketing, media content, and consulting services tailored specifically for the hospitality industry. Through its comprehensive offerings, the company aims to enhance the experience of finding and reserving accommodations in Japan.