About Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America
The Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America comprises 2.24K companies, including 400 funded companies having collectively raised $11.1B in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 316 are Series A+ funded, and 6 have achieved unicorn status.
Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America has seen 217 acquisitions and 15 IPOs. This represents almost 10.3% of all such companies - which is higher than the 4.0% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes companies providing software as a service to travel and hospitality businesses. These software provider manages access to the application, including security, availability, and performance.
Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector is also known as Travel and Hospitality SaaS Solutions, Advanced Travel and Hospitality SaaS or Digital Travel and Hospitality SaaS.
Companies providing software as a service to hotels, transport operators, travel agencies etc are included in this sector. Companies that are providing software solutions to travel and hospitality businesses but are typically not web based software and the software provider does not manage the application, including security, availability, and performance are excluded.
Top Travel and Hospitality SaaS Companies in North America
There are 2,242 Travel and Hospitality SaaS startups in North America which include Motive, Duetto, CloudBeds, Streetline, Travelport. Out of these, 400 startups are funded, with 316 having secured Series A+ funding, and 6 achieving unicorn status.
2026 has seen the creation of 50 Travel and Hospitality SaaS startups in North America. Over the past 10 years, an average of 89 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of Stanford University, Harvard University and University of Pennsylvania.
Here is the list of top Travel and Hospitality SaaS startups in North America
1. Motive
Developer of fleet management software and hardware for vehicle tracking. This platform provides tools for monitoring vehicle location, health, and usage. It includes hardware such as cameras and sensors to capture data regarding driver behavior and equipment status. The system facilitates maintenance scheduling, fuel tax reporting, and workforce management through automated workflows. Users access information regarding asset utilization and safety metrics to manage operational requirements.
Key facts about Motive
- Founded Year: 2013
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Series G
- Total Funding till date: $1.87B
- Investors: Greenoaks, G2 Venture Partners and 29 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series G, Sep 10, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 77/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 4,169 Competitors
2. Duetto
Developer of cloud revenue management software for the hospitality industry. This platform utilizes dynamic pricing algorithms, predictive analytics, and demand forecasting to assist hoteliers in optimizing operational profitability. The software integrates with various property management systems, booking engines, and distribution channels to synchronize data across hospitality tech stacks. By processing multiple variables in real-time, the system enables automated pricing decisions and cross-property benchmarking for individual hotels, resorts, and casino groups. The solution replaces manual spreadsheet-based processes with automated, data-driven revenue strategies.
Key facts about Duetto
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $143M
- Investors: Icon Ventures, Altimeter Capital and 14 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Feb 14, 2018, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 73/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 189 Competitors
3. CloudBeds
Provider of a platform for hospitality operations, distribution, and marketing. The platform offers property management, payment processing, and channel management. It also provides tools for guest communication, digital check-in, and revenue intelligence. The platform integrates with various partners and offers customer support resources.
Key facts about CloudBeds
- Founded Year: 2012
- Location: San Diego (United States)
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $253M
- Investors: SoftBank Vision Fund, Nashville Capital Network and 17 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Nov 03, 2021, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 71/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 6 of 2,095 Competitors
4. Streetline
Streetline’s technology helps drivers find empty parking spaces, while also allowing cities, universities, and parking-lot owners to learn more about their parking occupancy. It uses sensors installed next to parking spaces to determine whether the space is empty, then delivers that data to apps (including the free Parker app for consumers and other products designed for city planners/parking facility operators). Streetline holds the patent on smart parking system which detects the presence of a car through a network of ultra-low power wireless sensors located in individual parking spaces. The company has captured over 300 million parking events since its first go-to-market in 2008, was named one of Fast Company’s 10 Most Innovative Companies in Transportation, as well as IBM Global Entrepreneur of the Year in 2013.
Key facts about Streetline
- Founded Year: 2005
- Location: San Mateo (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $59.3M
- Investors: True Ventures, Citi and 6 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series D, Jul 01, 2014, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 69/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 785 Competitors
5. Travelport
Provider of a platform for travel agencies and travel suppliers. The platform offers tools and content designed to streamline booking processes and enhance retailing capabilities. It aims to simplify workflows related to bookings, servicing, and customer support. The platform provides functionalities such as search, content management, and automation for travel sellers.
Key facts about Travelport
- Founded Year: 1971
- Location: Atlanta (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Investors: TCV, Bregal Sagemount and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Jan 03, 2024, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 68/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 835 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America
50 new startups have been founded so far in 2026 in the Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America. 158 Travel and Hospitality SaaS startups in North America were founded in 2020 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 50 |
2025 | 45 |
2024 | 45 |
2023 | 55 |
2022 | 73 |
2021 | 100 |
2020 | 158 |
2019 | 129 |
2018 | 124 |
2017 | 118 |
Stage-wise distribution of Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector companies in North America
Out of the total 2,242 Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America, 400 have secured funding. Among them, 316 have reached Series A or higher, and 277 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 2,242
Funded - 400
Series A+ - 316
Series B+ - 277
Series C+ - 258
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 2,242 |
Funded | 400 |
Series A+ | 316 |
Series B+ | 277 |
Series C+ | 258 |
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Funding Trends in the Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America
Total funding year-on-year in the Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America
The Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America saw a total funding of more than $9.71B in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2025 at more than $1.89B. There has been a total funding of $1.51B in 2026 till date.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2026 | $1.51B |
2025 | $1.89B |
2024 | $1.07B |
2023 | $399M |
2022 | $1.32B |
2021 | $1.07B |
2020 | $1.43B |
2019 | $484M |
2018 | $397M |
2017 | $130M |
Recent Funding Rounds in Travel and Hospitality SaaS in North America
In the year 2026, till September 2026, Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America have raised $1.43B in equity funding across 14 rounds.
In the same period last year (i.e. till September 2025), Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America had raised $211M across 17 rounds.
So, 2026 has seen a 575.31% rise in funding in Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America as compared to 2025.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Seed | 7736 | Sep 25, 2026 | ||
Series G | 5328 | Sep 10, 2026 | ||
Seed | 7760 | Aug 26, 2026 | - | |
Seed | 6609 | Jul 07, 2026 | ||
Series B | 3713 | Jun 29, 2026 | - |
Top Investors in Travel and Hospitality SaaS in North America
Techstars is the top investor in Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
New York City (United States) | ||
Sunnyvale (United States) | ||
Washington, DC (United States) | ||
San Francisco (United States) | ||
Mountain View (United States) |
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M&A activity in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America
In the year 2026, till June 2026, 9 acquisitions happened in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America. Last year, in 2025, a total of 20 acquisitions happened in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Jun 02, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | May 07, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | May 04, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | May 04, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Mar 25, 2026 |
Acquisition trends in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America
Here are the acquisition trends in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 9 |
2025 | 20 |
2024 | 16 |
2023 | 11 |
2022 | 28 |
2021 | 32 |
2020 | 14 |
2019 | 13 |
2018 | 20 |
2017 | 13 |
IPOs in Travel and Hospitality SaaS in North America
In the year 2021, till October 2021, 1 IPO happened in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in Travel and Hospitality SaaS sector in North America:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
Oct 01, 2021 | National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) | |
Sep 24, 2020 | New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) | |
Mar 10, 2020 | Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) | |
Sep 16, 2019 | National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ) | |
Sep 25, 2014 | New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) |
Colleges which produce the most Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the Travel and Hospitality SaaS in North America
Most number of Travel and Hospitality SaaS startups in North America have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Harvard University and University of Pennsylvania.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Stanford University | 14 |
Harvard University | 12 |
University of Pennsylvania | 12 |
Cornell University | 10 |
University of California (Berkeley) | 10 |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 8 |
Columbia Business School | 6 |
University of California (Los Angeles) | 6 |
University of Waterloo | 6 |
Columbia University | 5 |
Total funding in Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies founded by alumni from top colleges in North America
In the last 10 years, London School of Economics and Political Science graduates' Travel and Hospitality SaaS companies in North America have raised the most funding among top colleges. Tel Aviv University alumni are second, and Stanford University alumni are third.
College | Total Funding |
|---|---|
London School of Economics and Political Science | $1.87B |
Tel Aviv University | $421M |
Stanford University | $406M |
University of California (Berkeley) | $358M |
Harvard Business School | $187M |
Cornell University | $167M |
Harvard University | $149M |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology | $116M |
University of California (Los Angeles) | $97.5M |
Columbia Business School | $67.3M |
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