StayVista Targets 100 Boutique Hotels in Three Years, Plans to Build India's Largest Leisure Hospitality Brand
StayVista, India's largest Villa Hospitality brand, is stepping up its expansion beyond villas and holiday homes. With 1,400+ luxury villas and 15 boutique hotels currently forming its hospitality portfolio, the company plans to grow its boutique hotel portfolio to 30 properties by the end of FY27.
Growth Strategy
- Expanding beyond villas through three hospitality brands:
- Vaana (nature and resort stays)
- Sova (culture, spirituality, leisure and business travel)
- Gram's (community and destination-led experiences)
- Focus on accommodation tailored to specific travel occasions and guest needs.
Key Destinations
- Current presence in:
- Amritsar, Ujjain, Goa, Juhu, Lonavala, Kasauli, Lansdowne, Chakrata, Bir, Mahabaleshwar, and Garh Mukteshwar.
- Upcoming properties in:
- Alibaug, Goa, Chandigarh, and Karjat.
Travel Segments Targeted
- Religious Tourism: Ujjain, Amritsar, Garh Mukteshwar.
- Adventure Travel: Dreamation Resort, Bir.
- Urban Staycations: Vaana by the Sea, Juhu.
- Romantic Getaways: Vee Resort, Mahabaleshwar and upcoming Vaana Evara, Alibaug.
Brand Portfolio
Vaana
- Focuses on nature, wellness, and slow living.
- Operates 8 resorts across leisure, mountain, and coastal destinations.
Sova
- Targets destinations where culture, spirituality, leisure, and business intersect.
- Offers a personalized hotel experience.
Gram's
- Community-driven hospitality inspired by local culture and heritage.
Business Opportunity
- Targets independent hotels and resorts that can benefit from:
- Professional marketing
- Distribution
- Revenue management
- Operational systems
Leadership View
- According to Amit Damani, Co-founder, StayVista, Indian travelers increasingly seek stays aligned with the purpose of their trip, whether religious, romantic, leisure, or business travel.
Long-Term Goal
- Build a nationwide hospitality network with 100+ boutique hotels across leisure, spiritual, cultural, adventure, and business destinations within three years.
