Mumbai : StayVista, India’s largest villa rental platform, has secured over INR 40 crore in its Series B funding round, led by JSW Ventures, with continued support from existing investors DSG Consumer Partners and Capri Global Family Office. This strategic investment will fuel the company’s expansion into new geographies, enhance its customer experience, strengthen its supply-side capabilities, and scale team operations across the board.
Founded with a vision to redefine luxury stays in India, StayVista today boasts over 1,000 operational properties across 85+ destinations, catering to mass premium, premium, and luxury segments. With a consistently high average rating of 4.7 stars across 30,000+ customer reviews, the platform has hosted over 1 million guests, making it the go-to choice for travellers seeking premium private stays.
Focused Growth & Personalised Experiences
More than just a vacation rental service, StayVista offers a holistic hospitality experience. Travellers can access customizable F&B services, curated events, concierge support, and more — all designed to create highly tailored stays. Meanwhile, property owners benefit from comprehensive support, including property management, operations, and booking optimization tools, thanks to StayVista’s robust tech platform.
The platform mainly lists second homes owned by individuals, and employs stringent SOPs to ensure that every property meets StayVista’s standards in amenities and maintenance. This standardization ensures that guests enjoy a consistent and premium experience regardless of the destination.
Industry Outlook
India’s domestic travel industry is undergoing a significant transformation, fueled by rising disposable incomes, changing lifestyle preferences, and remote work models. The vacation rental market, currently valued at $22.3 billion, is expected to reach $34.1 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 9%. Notably, the holiday home rental segment is growing even faster, at a CAGR of 13.5%, pointing to a strong future for companies like StayVista.
Leadership Insights
Speaking on the milestone, Pranav Maheshwari, Co-Founder of StayVista, said:
“Over the past few years, we have quietly but consistently built a strong foundation for long-term growth. Along the way, we have achieved several meaningful milestones — turning profitable, scaling to over 1,000 luxury homes, and hosting more than a million guests. Each of these achievements is a reflection of the trust our homeowners and guests place in us. As we look ahead, we are excited to build on this momentum and shape StayVista into not just India’s largest villa hospitality brand, but also the largest platform for alternative accommodations in India.”
Sachin Tagra, Managing Partner at JSW Ventures, added:
“We are seeing a clear shift in preference of travellers from hotels to alternate sources of accommodation. With technology, standardization, and a strong customer-first philosophy, StayVista, being the largest player in this space, has a front row seat to capitalize on this trend. The founders have built a highly capital efficient business and we are excited to partner with StayVista as they continue to scale with multiple offerings.”
What’s Next for StayVista?
With this fresh infusion of capital, StayVista is expected to:
- Expand to new domestic and international locations
- Strengthen its team across operations, technology, and guest experience
- Enhance technology infrastructure to improve both guest and host experiences
- Focus on supply-side improvements to bring in more high-quality villas across untapped regions
As India’s appetite for alternative accommodations continues to rise, StayVista is well-positioned to lead the charge in shaping the future of the luxury vacation rental market.
