# HouseTrip

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/housetrip

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: London, UK
- Website: www.housetrip.com
- Total disclosed funding: $60M
- Latest round: Series C (Oct 9, 2012)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

HouseTrip is an online platform that connects travelers with short-term rental properties, facilitating seamless booking experiences for vacation stays.Founded in 2009 and headquartered in London, UK, HouseTrip is a rental platform that enables users to find and book vacation homes and apartments. In April 2016, the company was acquired by Tripadvisor, a shift that expanded its market reach. The firm has participated in a total of 4 funding deals, with its most recent funding round being a Series C, led by Accel, where it raised USD 40.00 mn. The CEO of HouseTrip is George Hadjigeorgiou.HouseTrip's core offerings focus on facilitating short-term rental bookings for travelers seeking vacation accommodations. Its platform allows users to connect with property owners, providing a diverse range of lodging options worldwide. With a user-friendly interface, the service aims to simplify the booking process for both hosts and guests, catering to the travel industry's evolving needs.In 2017, HouseTrip reported a revenue of USD 0, and the EBITDA for 2019 stood at USD -600,018.1, reflecting the company's financial challenges during that period.Following its acquisition by Tripadvisor in April 2016, HouseTrip aims to leverage its parent company's resources to enhance its platform. The company plans to introduce new features and user experience improvements throughout 2023, with an emphasis on expanding its presence in emerging travel markets across Europe and North America. Recent funding from the Series C round will support these initiatives.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Oct 9, 2012, $40M — Accel, Index Ventures, Balderton Capital
- Series B, Nov 21, 2011, $17M — Index Ventures, Balderton Capital
- Series A, Apr 5, 2011, $2.7M — Index Ventures

## Investors

- Index Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/index-ventures) — Series A, Series B, Series C
- Balderton Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/balderton-capital) — Series B, Series C
- Accel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/accel) — Series C