What Staynex does

Staynex is a Singapore-headquartered Web3 and AI-powered social travel membership platform founded in 2022 that operates a zero-commission hotel booking marketplace, AI-driven itinerary concierge, and a tokenized loyalty economy. The platform lists access to 2.6 million hotels worldwide (including 1.5 million added through the April 2026 Sleap.io acquisition) plus flight booking, exclusive travel passes (Day Pass, Travel Pass, Timeshare Pass), and the $STAY token powering the Ocean Club tiered membership and Shield Protocol revenue-funded buyback mechanism. Technology is built on BNB Chain with Real-World Asset (RWA) integration, on-chain rewards, and an AI Travel Wingman for natural-language trip planning; supporting infrastructure includes a Staynex digital wallet, hybrid payment rails (cards, Alipay, WeChat Pay, and 100+ cryptocurrencies), and integrations with Dragonpass (airport lounges), RCI (4,000+ timeshare hotels), and HeyHelixAI (corporate travel automation, acquired May 2026).

The company serves individual travelers as the primary end-user segment, with hotels and resorts as supply-side partners and Web3 investors as a secondary stakeholder group; a new B2B corporate-travel segment is being built via the HeyHelixAI acquisition. Revenue mechanics include a freemium subscription (Basic Stay free, Premium Stay at $10/month, invite-only Stay Nexus Club, and Creator Club for enterprise partners), token-ecosystem economics (Shield Protocol allocating 20% of net platform revenue to quarterly $STAY buybacks, staking at 6-15% APY, liquidity-provider rewards at 8-20% APY, and affiliate commissions of 3-20%), unit-priced exclusive passes (Day Pass from $55, Anantara Travel Pass from $260), and emerging corporate travel services. Distribution is multi-channel: direct via staynex.vip and iOS/Android apps; partnerships with MeWe (20M+ users), Anantara Vacation Club (Minor Hotels), Arsenal FC (2022-2024), Miss Grand International, Dragonpass, and Huawei; and exchange listings on KuCoin and MEXC with planned Tier 1 CEX listings in Q1 2026.

Staynex is led by Founder & CEO Yuen Wong (Forbes Top 40 Tech Leaders 2025), Chairman Jeff Hoffman (founder of Booking.com, former CEO of Priceline.com), CBO/COO Cherrie Chan, CTO Frederick Fund (former Head of Adoption at TZ APAC, former Chairman of ACCESS), Head of BD Natalie Poh, and Global Ambassador Patrice Evra. The company has explicitly adopted a fair-launch token model with no traditional VC or private funding rounds, bootstrapping growth through partnerships (MeWe, Anantara, Arsenal FC, Huawei) and acquisitions (Sleap.io for $15M, HeyHelixAI undisclosed). European operations are run from Zug, Switzerland under Sleap.io founder Michael Ros as CEO of Europe. Strategic positioning targets the intersection of Web3 tokenomics, AI-assisted travel planning, and premium experiential inventory — a thesis dependent on token-listing liquidity, corporate travel traction via HeyHelixAI, and conversion of mass-market MeWe exposure into paying bookings.

Name

Staynex

Legal name

Staynex Group Pte Ltd.

Website

https://staynex.vip

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Staynex is a Singapore-based Web3 and AI-powered travel membership platform offering zero-commission booking across 2.6M+ hotels, an AI travel concierge, and a $STAY token-based loyalty ecosystem serving individual travelers, hotels, and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Online Travel Booking & Travel Membership

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Other Traveler Accommodation (72119)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Security & Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges & Services (6200)

akta.pro primary industry

Hostel & Shared Accommodation Booking Platforms (Short-Stay Shared Inventory) (THAMALAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Corporate Short-Term Stay Booking Platforms (Business-Focused Rentals) (THAMALAF)

Keywords

• Web3 travel platform
• Hotel booking ecosystem
• Crypto travel payments
• AI travel concierge
• Tokenized loyalty program

Headquarters

HQ city

Hong Kong

HQ country

Hong Kong SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Monthly subscription revenue from tiered membership tiers: Basic Stay (free), Premium Stay ($10/month), Stay Nexus Club (invite only), and Creator Club (contact for pricing). Premium includes booking capabilities and AI concierge access.
2. Hotel Booking Commissions: Zero-commission model for hotels - hotels pay no booking commissions to Staynex. Revenue likely generated through membership upsells and token ecosystem rather than traditional booking commissions.
3. Token Ecosystem Revenue: Revenue generated through token ecosystem including staking rewards, affiliate commissions (3-20% on referrals), and Shield Protocol buyback mechanism funded by 20% net platform revenue.
4. Travel Passes and Exclusive Experiences: Revenue from exclusive passes including Day Pass (Dragonpass from $55), Travel Pass (Anantara Vacation Club from $260), and Timeshare Pass. Plus JetSET event passes for F1, Super Bowl, concerts.
5. Corporate Travel Services: AI-powered automation for corporate travel including booking, budget management, and policy enforcement through HeyHelixAI acquisition. B2B revenue stream for enterprise clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Staynex is a Web3 and AI-powered social travel membership ecosystem that provides hotel and flight booking across 2.65M+ properties worldwide with zero markup pricing and 0% booking commissions for hotels. Its core offering combines an AI Travel Wingman concierge, hybrid crypto/fiat payment infrastructure, tiered membership subscriptions, and a $STAY token ecosystem with on-chain loyalty rewards and tokenized travel passes (Day Pass, Travel Pass, Timeshare Pass).

Product overview

Staynex is a Web3 and AI-infused social travel membership ecosystem that combines Real-World Asset (RWA) integration with blockchain technology to revolutionize travel booking and loyalty. The platform operates as a unified ecosystem with core booking products (Hotel Booking, Flight Booking), an AI-powered travel concierge (AI Travel Wingman), multiple membership tiers (Basic Stay, Premium Stay, Stay Nexus Club, Creator Club), and exclusive pass products (Day Pass, Travel Pass, Timeshare Pass). The $STAY token powers the broader tokenized economy including Ocean Club membership tiers and the Shield Protocol buyback mechanism. Users can book 2.6M+ hotels with zero markup pricing, access curated experiences through Dragonpass partnerships, and utilize hybrid crypto/fiat payment options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Ocean Club: Global travel membership with tiered benefits unlocked through holding $STAY tokens. Tiers include KOI ($500), DOLPHIN ($1,500), SHARK ($3,000), MANTARAY ($10,000), and WHALE ($50,000) with benefits including hotel day passes, event passes, vacation club access, travel-to-earn rewards, and AI travel planning.

Products and services

• Hotel Booking Online hotel booking platform providing access to 2.6M+ hotels worldwide with zero markup pricing, no booking commissions, hybrid payment options (credit card and 100+ cryptocurrencies), and 15% average savings for travelers.
• Flight Booking End-to-end flight booking service integrated with hotel booking, allowing users to plan complete trips and access bundled flight and stay packages.
• AI Travel Wingman AI-powered travel concierge using natural language processing to plan trips based on user-specified budgets and travel preferences, generating personalized itineraries and real-time recommendations.
• Premium Stay Membership Paid subscription membership at $10/month that unlocks hotel and flight booking, priority access to NFTs, and AI Travel Wingman access for travelers.
• Creator Club Tailored membership for businesses and long-term partners offering priority booking, premium services, and customized travel solutions (contact-based pricing).
• Day Pass Tokenized day-time access pass to hotel facilities without overnight stay, plus Dragonpass airport experiences including lounge visits and fast track benefits (from $55).
• Travel Pass Curated hotel stays and exclusive events bundled with perks such as transportation, activities, and VIP access, including Anantara Vacation Club resort access (from $260).
• Timeshare Pass Tokenized multi-night stays at resorts and premium properties with blockchain-backed ownership flexibility; users can swap, sell, or buy timeshare passes on Staynex's marketplace.
• $STAY Token Platform-native cryptocurrency token with 100B fixed supply powering the Ocean Club membership tiers, Shield Protocol revenue-funded buybacks, staking rewards (6-15% APY), and liquidity provider rewards (8-20% APY).
• Ocean Club Global travel membership tiered by $STAY token holdings (3-6 month rolling average), with tiers KOI ($500), DOLPHIN ($1,500), SHARK ($3,000), MANTARAY ($10,000), and WHALE ($50,000), unlocking hotel day passes, JetSET event access, 4,000+ vacation club properties, travel-to-earn rewards, AI trip planning, and affiliate income.

Quantifiable outcome

• 15% average savings on hotel bookings
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered strategic, core, flagship and supporting.

• HeyHelixAIstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 May 2026AI travel platform acquired that automates booking, budget management, and policy enforcement for corporate travel. Reflects growing adoption of AI tools to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline complex travel operations for businesses.
• Sleap.iocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 April 2026Swiss hotel booking technology company acquired for €12.8M ($15M). Sleap.io provides access to 1.5M+ hotel properties worldwide and European market expertise. Founder Michael Ros joined as CEO of Europe. Strategic partnerships with Gate and Coinbase in digital asset ecosystem included. Acquisition strengthens Staynex's European presence ahead of April 2026 token generation event.
• Anantara Vacation Club (Minor Hotels)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 February 2026Premium vacation ownership brand under Minor Hotels. Anantara Vacation Club provides Staynex members with exclusive access to select properties across Thailand, Bali, China and beyond. Staynex promotes AVC's offerings to its growing customer base and Web3-native audiences through crypto partnerships and creator-led engagement. Collaboration combines AVC's premium vacation portfolio with Staynex's travel membership distribution model.
• MeWecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 January 2026MeWe is a privacy-first social network with over 20 million users. Staynex is MeWe's inaugural travel partner and MeWe is Staynex's first strategic social media partner. Collaboration includes co-branded page on MeWe, digital wallet launch, and community token system to reward user engagement. Partnership connects MeWe's 700,000+ communities with Staynex's travel discovery and booking platform, bridging Web2 and Web3 platforms.
• HuaweicoreTechnology or IntegrationOfficial Web3 Ecosystem Partner. Cloud tech and AI integration. To be featured on Huawei App Store. Partnership provides distribution through Huawei ecosystem and technical integration for Staynex's AI and Web3 services.
• Arsenal FCflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerExclusive Membership Partner (2022-2024). Co-branded membership, VIP box access, and curated stays. Premier League football club partnership providing premium brand association and exclusive experiences for Staynex members.
• DragonpassstrategicTechnology or IntegrationAirport experiences partnership offering Dragonpass Day Pass bundles including lounge visits and fast track benefits through Staynex platform. Available from $55 for Premium members.
• Patrice EvraflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerGlobal Ambassador, business partner, and voice of AI Travel Wingman. Former Manchester United and French national team football star providing brand credibility and celebrity endorsement for Staynex platform.
• AirwallexsupportingTechnology or IntegrationPayment technology integration enabling flexible payment options for Staynex platform users. Part of Staynex's hybrid payment ecosystem.
• EchobitsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerEchobit hosted AMA featuring Staynex along with industry leaders from Interlace, Zero Space, and X-Agent discussing AI and crypto real-world applications. Positioning Staynex in AI × Crypto sector.
• RCI (Resort Condominiums International)strategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerTimeshare exchange network providing Staynex Vacation Club access to 4,000+ hotels through RCI partnership. Unlocks global timeshare flexibility for token holders.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Tripadvisor: Travel meta-search and review platform with hotel, flight, and experience booking. Comparable on the demand-side funnel (discovery + price comparison) and travel content layer.
• Booking.com: World's largest OTA, offering hotels, flights, and travel experiences across a global inventory similar to Staynex's 2.65M+ properties. Directly relevant as Chairman Jeff Hoffman's former company and the benchmark incumbent Staynex positions against on inventory and brand.
• Trip.com Group: Leading Asian online travel platform (Trip.com, Ctrip, Skyscanner, Qunar) with dominant China and APAC presence. Most directly comparable broad incumbent given Staynex's Singapore HQ and Asian base of operations.
• Airbnb: Dominant short-term stay and vacation rental marketplace with global inventory. Competes with Staynex on alternative accommodations and the Timeshare Pass / day-pass product surface.
• Agoda: Asia-Pacific-focused OTA owned by Booking Holdings offering hotels, flights, and vacation rentals. Overlaps with Staynex's Asian distribution network and zero-commission-friendly hotel partner roster.
• Expedia Group: Major OTA group operating Expedia, Hotels.com, Vrbo, and Trivago with full-service hotel, flight, and vacation rental booking. Comparable in product breadth (hotels + flights + experiences) and global reach.

Emerging players

• Hopper: AI-driven travel booking app specializing in flights, hotels, and cars with predictive pricing and an AI assistant (HTS). Most directly comparable emerging player to Staynex on AI-powered personalization for travel planning.
• Klook: Asia-Pacific travel experiences and activities booking platform with mobile-first UX and a curated inventory of tours, attractions, and passes. Overlaps with Staynex's JetSET event passes, Dragonpass day passes, and curated-stay offerings.
• Winding Tree: Blockchain-based decentralized travel marketplace connecting hotels, airlines, and distributors without traditional intermediaries. Comparable Web3-only peer positioned around disintermediating the same OTAs Staynex challenges.

Direct peers

• Travala.com: Web3-native travel booking platform accepting 100+ cryptocurrencies and offering hotel, flight, and activity reservations with its own AVA token and loyalty rewards. Most direct competitor to Staynex in combining crypto payments, tokenized loyalty, and global hotel inventory.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/staynexcom
• Facebookfacebook.com/staynexcom
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/staynexcom
• Instagraminstagram.com/staynexcom

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A2 records

Investments

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