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5 Ways Manual Hotel Key Control is Quietly Eroding Your Bottom Line
20 July 2026This article was written by Lodging Magazine. Click here to read the original article A J.D. Power study published by the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research found that U.S. hotel guests grow measurably less satisfied once front-desk wait times exceed five minutes. A similar delay plays out every morning at the back of house, where housekeeping and engineering staff wait in line to sign physical keys in and out of a paper logbook. Most operators treat that delay as a…
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Hostaway fuels its next phase of growth by expanding leadership team with three strategic executive appointments
20 July 2026New Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Product Officer join Hostaway as the company enters its next phase of global growth. Toronto, CA, 20 July 2026 — Hostaway, the leading AI-driven vacation rental property management software (PMS), today announced the appointment of three senior executives to its leadership team. These strategic hires come as the company enters its next phase of scaling, following a milestone year in 2025 where it became the first vacation rental management software unicorn. Joining…
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Hostaway strengthens leadership to support global growth
20 July 2026This article was written by Travolution. Click here to read the original article Hostaway has strengthened its leadership team with three strategic executive appointments as it prepares its next phase of global expansion. Robert Goldenberg joins as chief financial officer to lead finance and strategy; Janis Rozenblats becomes chief product officer to drive product innovation and embed AI; and Darcy Kurtz arrives as chief marketing officer to accelerate brand growth. The move follows a landmark 2025 in which the company…
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Property Owner in Austin Prioritizes Guest Fit Over Full Occupancy, Declining Bookings Almost Weekly to Ensure Quality
29 June 2026📄 In Austin, decisions on guest bookings are crucial for long-term success. Almost weekly, bookings are declined to ensure quality stays, saving the hosts from potential damages and negative reviews. This strategy prevents blocking dates for better bookings and avoids costly repairs. The focus isn’t just on high occupancy rates but on maintaining a balance that supports mortgage coverage and peace of mind, prioritizing guest intentions over mere numbers.
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Short Stay Summit 2026 Returns to London as Regulation, AI and Innovation Reshape the Sector
16 April 2026London, 16 April 2026 — The Short Stay Summit 2026 returns to Old Billingsgate in London, on 22nd April, bringing together the short-term rental industry’s key players to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector’s next phase of growth. Hosted by the Short Term Accommodation Association (STAA), the summit stage will see speakers from key industry leaders to politicians setting the agenda. The exhibition hall will host over 1,300 delegates including executives from Airbnb, Expedia and Booking.com, alongside property managers, hosts and technology providers, for a…
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How to get bookings during low season?
9 March 2026This post was originally published on this site. Step 2. Do we rent it as a short term rental or as a mid term rental? To make that decision we need comps and a simple Excel file with calculations. To estimate short term rental performance: Use the PriceLabs dashboard to understand ADR. Apply filters for your property type. Manually review comparable listings. Next, estimate occupancy. Then calculate approximate monthly revenue using this formula: ADR × Occupancy × Number of days…
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Don’t sleep on your pricing. Get it right.
23 February 2026This post was originally published on this site. I am meeting with different hosts weekly. Some have beautiful vacation homes around the country, some have properties outside of the US, others have many cabins on one property with venues. They are all different in terms of the product and experience they offer. Yet one thing is the same no matter where you are, and that is pricing. There are many ways you can improve your property to start getting more…
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Hostaway partners with Plum Guide to expand premium European distribution for property managers
18 February 2026FINLAND, 18 February — Vacation rental software provider Hostaway has announced a new partnership with Plum Guide, enabling property managers to distribute high-quality listings through the curated booking platform known for its focus on exceptional, design-led stays. As professional short-term rental operators look to attract higher-value guests and strengthen their position in competitive European markets, premium and diversified distribution has become a strategic priority. The integration with Plum Guide gives Hostaway users access to a curated audience actively seeking distinctive homes that meet strict quality…
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Hostaway data reveals top-performing vacation rentals on Vrbo list 40+ amenities and 35+ photos
3 February 2026FINLAND, 3 February 2026 — New research from leading vacation rental software, Hostaway, has found that the highest-performing vacation rentals on Vrbo tend to demonstrate the same traits, offering property managers a practical blueprint for improving listing performance on the Expedia-owned platform. Using AI to analyze thousands of its users’ most successful listings on Vrbo, Hostaway found that: One of the clearest differentiators among top-performing listings is the level of detail provided. Hostaway’s analysis found that 90% of high-performing Vrbo listings report 40 or…
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Hostaway secures world-first status
23 October 2025💻 Leading vacation rental software Hostaway became the first short-term rental PMS unicorn post its $365 million funding in 2024, growing 50%. Founded in 2015 by Marcus Rader, Saber Kordestanchi, and Mikko Nurminen, it has users in 90+ countries and operates with a remote team across 44 nations. Recognized in G2’s top 100 fastest-growing software companies in 2025, Hostaway leverages AI for scalable solutions, addressing a STR market set to grow from $124.5 billion in 2024 to $344 billion by…
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Hostaway becomes world’s first short-term rental property management software unicorn with new $1 billion valuation
22 October 2025FINLAND, 22 October 2025 — Hostaway, a leading vacation rental property management software (PMS), has become the world’s first short-term rental (STR) PMS unicorn, growing over 50% in size since its record-breaking US $365 million funding round in 2024, which valued the business at $925 million. Since then, the company has invested heavily in AI technology, launching a suite of AI tools to help make property managers’ and hosts’ lives easier. Launched in 2015 when co-founders Marcus Rader, Saber Kordestanchi and…
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Over $500 million invested in short-term rental technology over the past year, shows Abode Worldwide’s new 2026 Tech Index
20 October 2025LONDON, 20 October 2025 — More than half a billion dollars has been invested in short-term rental (STR) technology in the last year, according to Abode Worldwide’s Short-Term Rental Tech Index 2026. The Index, which tracks over 300 technology providers worldwide, captures a year of continued funding and consolidation across the STR ecosystem. Investment spanned property management, guest operations, booking technology, and insurtech, reflecting the sector’s growing maturity and depth of innovation. The year’s total was heavily influenced by Hostaway’s $365 million private equity raise,…
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Hostaway Unveils AI Auto Reply for Instant Guest Communication
5 August 2025💻 SoundHound AI Inc. and Acrelec partner to revolutionize drive-thrus globally, integrating voice AI in 25,000+ installations. SoundHound’s tech, deployed in over 10,000 restaurants, processes billions of queries annually. This system enhances order efficiency, freeing staff for other tasks. The collaboration supports leading brands like McDonald’s and Dunkin’, amid rising demand for AI to meet customer needs and labor challenges. Visit SoundHound’s website for more on their advanced solutions.
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Hostaway launches AI Auto Reply tool for…
5 August 2025💻 Hostaway, a rental property management software firm, launched AI Auto Reply, a generative-AI tool for personalized responses. It utilizes reservation data, listing details, and guest histories for accurate replies. Following a $365 million funding in December 2024, AI use surged 170% year-on-year. The AI Auto Reply feature filled its wait-list within days and is available for general access in late October 2025. This tool helps hosts enhance guest experiences with instant answers.
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Hostaway Launches Hostaway AI
28 March 2025📌 Marriott International has partnered with PathSpot Technologies to introduce a hygiene management and digital kitchen system across its over 9,300 properties, enhancing food safety and efficiency. The technology includes a handwashing validation system and equipment monitoring, aiming to improve health standards and prevent foodborne illness. Implementing PathSpot’s Hand Scanners and SafetySuite has saved properties an estimated 2-8 hours daily in back-of-house operations, allowing staff to focus more on guests. Marriott’s commitment to innovation continues with an equity investment in…
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Hostaway marks 10 years with soaring growth, as workforce doubles and global expansion continues
25 February 2025Marking a decade of success with record hiring and strong European investment FINLAND, 24 FEBRUARY — Hostaway, the leading vacation rental property management software, continues its meteoric rise in the travel tech industry, having more than doubled its workforce in the past two years. Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, the company is marking the milestone with continued expansion, reinforcing its European roots while hiring at scale across multiple continents. Backed by a record-breaking US$365 million funding round secured in December — the largest ever in…
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ReInvestWealth Partners with Hostaway to Bring AI-Powered Bookkeeping Automation to Property Managers
31 January 2025🏕 HotelREZ, a hotel representation company, partnered with Greengage to offer ECOsmart certification to its properties, showcasing their commitment to sustainability. The certification, available since 2020, assists properties in demonstrating their environmental efforts with four levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum. It provides transparent criteria, such as carbon footprint per stay. The partnership aims to make sustainable hospitality more accessible across the UK and Europe, with the certification process streamlined through HotelREZ’s platforms. ECOsmart will also feature on platforms like…
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Engine Launches New Features to Boost Hotel Occupancy Year-Round and Help Hotels Win More Group Bookings
19 December 2024💾 Hostaway, a vacation rental software company, secured a $365 million investment led by General Atlantic with PSG Equity participation. Founded in 2015, the company serves properties in over 90 countries with over 230 employees from 44 countries. Hostaway’s marketplace includes over 200 partners. The investment, the largest in its segment to date, aims to fund international expansion, product development, and AI initiatives. The short-term rental sector is a $133 billion market, growing at 12% CAGR, serving over 21 million…
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Hostaway Announces $365 Million Strategic Growth
19 December 2024HELSINKI – (December 17, 2024) – Hostaway, a leading all-in-one vacation rental software and management system, today announced it has secured a $365 million strategic growth investment led by General Atlantic, a leading global growth investor, with participation from existing investor PSG Equity. Hostaway plans to partner with General Atlantic and PSG Equity to further propel its growth strategy, including international expansion, product development, and AI initiatives. Upon completion of the transaction, General Atlantic and PSG Equity will both be significant…
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Square Partners with Sysco
18 December 2024📱 Hostaway, a vacation rental software company, secured a $365 million investment led by General Atlantic with PSG Equity’s participation. Since its 2015 founding by Marcus Räder, Saber Kordestanchi, and Mikko Nurminen, Hostaway has grown to manage properties in over 90 countries with a 230-employee remote workforce across 44 countries. It offers integrated property and channel management, AI tools, and automation, with over 200 marketplace partners. The investment will fuel further growth, AI development, and international expansion, especially in France,…
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Hostaway Announces $365 Million Strategic Growth Investment Led by General Atlantic
18 December 2024💰 Hostaway, a vacation rental software company, received a $365 million investment from General Atlantic and PSG Equity, becoming significant minority shareholders. Founded in 2015, Hostaway serves properties in 90 countries with over 230 employees in 44 countries. It offers a platform with over 200 marketplace partners and has top partnership designations from Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com. The company aims for international growth and AI development. The short-term rental market is a $133 billion GMV industry, growing at 12% CAGR.
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Americans Set Their Sights on Travel in 2025 as Budgets and Loyalty Soar
18 December 2024📌 Hostaway, a vacation rental software and management system, has received a $365 million investment led by General Atlantic with PSG Equity also participating. Founded in 2015, Hostaway operates in over 90 countries with a fully remote team of over 230 employees from 44 countries. The company has partnerships with top travel agencies including Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, and has recently launched Dynamic Pricing, Hostaway Capital, Hostaway Insurance, and Smart Lock integrations. The short-term rental market is valued at $133 billion…
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HBX Group launches an AI ‘Trainer’ to Streamline and Optimize Training for Customer Service Professionals
18 December 2024📌 Hostaway, a vacation rental software provider, has landed a $365 million strategic growth investment led by General Atlantic with PSG Equity participating. The company, founded in 2015, boasts over 200 marketplace partners, clients in 90+ countries, and a remote workforce of 230+ employees across 44 countries. The investment will support international expansion, product development, and AI initiatives. Hostaway has tripled in growth since PSG Equity’s backing in 2023 and plans to expand in markets like France, Spain, and Italy.…
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AiPMS Now Available to Boutique Hotels
18 December 2024🏠 Hostaway, a vacation rental software company, has obtained a $365 million investment from General Atlantic with PSG Equity’s participation. Since its 2015 inception by Marcus Räder, Saber Kordestanchi, and Mikko Nurminen, the company has grown to serve properties in over 90 countries with a workforce of 230 employees across 44 countries. The platform boasts 200+ marketplace partners and key API integrations. This marks Hostaway’s largest transaction, set to fuel international growth, product enhancement, and AI advancements. The short-term rental…
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Visito Surpasses 2 Million Guest Interactions
18 December 2024🏨 Hostaway, all-in-one vacation rental software, received a strategic growth investment of $365 million led by General Atlantic, with PSG Equity participating, becoming significant minority shareholders. Founded in 2015, Hostaway has over 230 employees in 44 countries, serving customers with properties in over 90 countries. With 200+ marketplace partners, it offers property management, channel management, AI, automation, analytics, communication, marketing, and operations tools. The short-term rental sector is valued at $133 billion, growing at 12% CAGR. Hostaway is expanding, especially…
