# Kigo

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Paris, France
- Website: www.kigo.net
- Total disclosed funding: $1.8M
- Latest round: Series A (Apr 25, 2013)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Kigo is a property management software provider that specializes in solutions for short-term rental businesses, helping property managers streamline operations and enhance guest experiences across various platforms.Kigo is a property management software company founded in 2008 in Paris, France. The company focuses on enhancing operational efficiency for short-term rental businesses. Kigo was acquired in September 2022 by Guesty, Inc. for an undisclosed amount, which will aid Guesty in expanding its global presence and enhancing its research and development capabilities. The total amount raised by Kigo is USD 1.800 mn, with their latest funding round being an Add-on Trade Sale, led by RealPage, Inc. The company has completed a total of 3 deals to date.Kigo offers comprehensive property management software designed specifically for short-term rental businesses, featuring tools to optimize operational efficiency and maximize revenue. The platform includes a unified inbox for guest communication, a multi-calendar for managing reservations across over 60 booking channels such as Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo, alongside automation tools that streamline workflow processes. It also provides revenue management solutions with dynamic pricing, automated guest communications, and task management features. Kigo's client base encompasses property managers, vacation rental owners, and hospitality businesses across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.Kigo operates on a subscription-based revenue model with various pricing plans tailored to property management businesses. Their offerings include Kigo Lite for solo hosts managing one to three listings, Kigo Pro for companies managing four to 199 listings, and Kigo Enterprise for larger businesses overseeing 200 or more listings. Clients typically subscribe on an annual or monthly basis to access Kigo's platform features, including channel management and integrated payment solutions. The company's products are structured to enhance guest engagement and optimize pricing strategies, thereby increasing revenue for property managers.Following the acquisition of Kigo by Guesty, Inc. in September 2022, the plan is to leverage the resources for expanding product development and enhancing research capabilities. Guesty aims to introduce new products and features to improve customer offerings, with a focus on increasing its market presence in the short-term rental sector. The recent funding will be utilized to support these initiatives, further enhancing Kigo’s capabilities to address evolving market demands.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Apr 25, 2013, $1.8M — Creathor Ventures

## Investors

- Creathor Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/creathor-ventures) — Series A