Best Travel and Hospitality Tech Companies in Arizona, United States
The 77 best Travel and Hospitality Tech companies in Arizona, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: American Express Global Business Travel.
Ranked: Best Travel and Hospitality Tech companies in Arizona
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Stage | Founder | Founded | Tech stack | Patents & IP focus | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | American Express Global Business Travel Provider of corporate travel management services | $912M | 36 mo ago | Acquired | — | 2014 | WordPressMySQLPHP+16 | — | — |
| 2 | Autonomy App-based platform electric car subscription services 69Funding top 24%Tech top 29%Innovation top 37%Patents top 37% All 12 signals ▾Fundingtop 24% Techtop 29% Innovationtop 37% Patentstop 37% Moattop 38% Talenttop 38% Markettop 41% Growthtop 41% Producttop 45% Globalbottom 44% Customersbottom 39% Newsbottom 33% Funding: Raised $62.8M across 5 rounds · 5 rounds over 6 yrs (0.8/yr) Tech: 42 technologies across 6/8 capability areas · Cloud: Amazon Alb, Amazon Cloudfront rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 69/100 | $63M | 6 mo ago | Acquired | Georg Bauer Co-Founder and President | 1996 | Node.jsYouTubeAmazon ALB+28 | 34 patents Remote backup, restore, and distributed storage management with hybrid hash tables | — |
| 3 | BLUETAIL Provider of business aviation records management and training services | $7M | 25 mo ago | Series B | Stuart Illian Co-Founder | 2019 | WordPress Block EditorElementorWordPress+43 | — | — |
| 4 | Rizse Provider of AI-powered aircraft inspection solutions | $7M | 43 mo ago | Series A | Colby Harvey CEO | 2017 | — | 4 patents Drone-enabled aircraft inspection and maintenance monitoring systems | — |
| 5 | DUFL End-to-end clothing transfers and management service for travelers | $6M | 118 mo ago | Deadpooled | — | 2014 | — | 12 patents Digital luggage inventory management and concierge services for travel reservation systems. | — |
| 6 | Adveez Provider of real-time data capture, management, and analysis hardware and software | $5M | 111 mo ago | Acquired | — | 2010 | WordPressMySQLPHP+24 | — | — |
| 7 | Inspirock Global payment solutions provider offering safe and easy-to-use services | $3M | 133 mo ago | Acqui-Hired | — | 2012 | — | — | — |
| 8 | Metropia AI-enabled platform offering transport analytics and mobility-as-a-service solutions | $2M | 125 mo ago | Seed | — | 2012 | WixSentryEnvoy+13 | 4 patents Digital advertising campaign and demand management platforms for targeted traffic optimization. | — |
| 9 | Sinatra Provider of AI & web-enabled hospitality management solutions | $1M | 44 mo ago | Seed | Adam Laor Co-Founder & CEO | 2021 | — | — | — |
| 10 | RVnGO Online P2P marketplace to book RVs for travelers | $1M | 47 mo ago | Seed | — | 2015 | RubyGoogle MapsBootstrap+19 | — | — |
| 11 | Hovelstay Watch live football matches in Full HD with Socolive TV | $1M | 142 mo ago | Deadpooled | Michael Womack Co-Founder & COO | 2014 | — | — | — |
| 12 | Those Animals Southern California indie-alternative rock band with sweet, melancholy melodies | $1M | 123 mo ago | Seed | David Abraham CEO | 2013 | — | — | — |
| 13 | Outski Planning and money saving tool for future trips | $502K | 136 mo ago | Deadpooled | Greg Nickolson Founder & President | 2012 | — | 2 patents Integrated travel itinerary planning with real-time financial management platform | — |
| 14 | Local Motors Developer of open platforms for vehicle design, manufacturing, and community | $250K | 61 mo ago | Deadpooled | — | 2007 | — | 39 patents 3D‑printed structural components and processes for automotive and mobility applications | — |
| 15 | Brettapproved Accessibility-focused rating and booking platform for travelers with disabilities | $118K | 132 mo ago | Seed | Brett Heising CEO | 2012 | — | — | — |
Top 12 Travel and Hospitality Tech companies in Arizona
#1
Acquired · Phoenix, Arizona · founded 1996 · 15156 employees$62.8Mraised▾
Autonomy is an app-based platform for electric car subscription services. Its platform enables users to find cars and can subscribe to the one they want. Its subscription plan includes title and registration, routine maintenance, roadside assistance, and more. Mobile applications are available for Android and iOS users.
- Nov 2025Conventional Debt$25M
- Jan 2022Venture Debt$50M
- Dec 2021Series A$32.8M
- Feb 2021Unattributed$30M
#2
Acquired · Scottsdale, Arizona · founded 2014 · 2500 employees$912.1Mraised▾
American Express Global Business Travel provides end-to-end corporate travel management services. The company was formed as a joint venture between American Express and an investment group. Through a suite of online tools (mobile apps, management dashboards, etc) and services, the company is engaged in corporate travel bookings, MICE management, and business consulting.
- Jun 2023Grant (prize money)$2M
- Apr 2023Grant (prize money)$10M
- Dec 2019PE—
- 2014Series D$900M
#3
Series B · Scottsdale, Arizona · founded 2019 · 27 employees$7.4Mraised▾
Provider of business aviation records management and training services
- May 2024Series B$2.5M
- Feb 2023Series A$2.2M
- Jun 2022Series A$630K
- May 2021Series A$2.1M
#4
Series A · Scottsdale, Arizona · founded 2017 · 11 employees$6.8Mraised▾
Provider of AI-powered aircraft inspection solutions. It offers a proprietary autonomous drone platform for detecting damages. It also enables users to view inspection reports, and aircraft damages.
- Nov 2022Series A$6.6M
- Feb 2020Seed$250K
#5
Seed · Scottsdale, Arizona · founded 2021 · 8 employees$1.4Mraised▾
Provider of AI & web-enabled hospitality management solutions. The company offers solutions for managing hotel and other hospitality operations. It includes guest pickup & drop-off solutions, security, and safety management, real-time content management, etc.
- Oct 2022Seed$1.4M
#6
Seed · Phoenix, Arizona · founded 2015 · 16 employees$1.3Mraised▾
Online P2P marketplace to book RVs for travelers. The platform allows users to list, browse & rent RVs, motor homes, and caravans from fellow peers. User can provide a destination, travel dates, and more to book. The provides information about the vehicle that is nearby to the user and is available on the desired dates. Once used the renter can drop off the car at the pre-decided location with the owner.
- Jul 2022Seed$1.3M
- Mar 2022Seed$1.8M
- Feb 2017Seed—
#7
Deadpooled · Tempe, Arizona · founded 2014 · 12 employees$5.9Mraised▾
DUFL is an app for storing, cleaning, packing and transporting travelers' business attire to and from business trips. Users can send their belongings to Dufl (in the branded suitcase provided to them on signing up), which is then shipped back to a central facility in Arizona, where it is photographed and placed in the user’s account for later retrieval. Follows a fixed monthly cost depending on the trips taken.
- Aug 2016Series A$5.4M
- Aug 2015Conventional Debt$35K
- Dec 2014Seed$500K
#8
Acquired · Phoenix, Arizona · founded 2010 · 34 employees$4.9Mraised▾
Provider of real-time data capture, management, and analysis hardware and software. The company delivers solutions for powered and unpowered asset management, charging station telemetry, speed control, and user safety. It offers research and development alongside original equipment manufacturing solutions. The company’s products are applicable to airports, maintenance repair and overhaul, harbors, railways, and industrial sites.
- Mar 2017Series B$3.5M
- 2014Seed$1.5M
#9
Acqui-Hired · Arizona City, Arizona · founded 2012 · 11 employees$3Mraised▾
Global payment solutions provider offering safe and easy-to-use services. It delivers international payment solutions, focusing on providing secure and user-friendly experiences. The company operates in numerous markets, offering its services in multiple languages to cater to a diverse global customer base. It provides payment options for businesses and consumers, facilitating online transactions and enhancing the e-commerce experience. The company focuses on innovation and customer satisfaction, aiming to simplify the payment process for both merchants and shoppers. It offers a range of payment methods and technologies to meet the evolving needs of the digital marketplace. The company is committed to providing reliable and accessible payment solutions worldwide.
- May 2015Seed$3M
#10
Seed · Tucson, Arizona · founded 2012 · 61 employees$2.5Mraised▾
AI-enabled platform offering transport analytics and mobility-as-a-service solutions. The company uses an AI-based algorithm to provide traffic congestion analytics solutions. Also, it offers mobility-as-a-service for transit operators.
- Jan 2016Grant (prize money)$1M
- 2013Seed$2.5M
#11
Seed · Phoenix, Arizona · founded 2013$1.2Mraised▾
Southern California indie-alternative rock band with sweet, melancholy melodies. This music project, started in 2020, delivers catchy hooks and evokes emotion through songwriting. Akin to surf rock, jangly guitar tones, and psychedelic power, the music is available on all streaming services. The band offers live shows and connects with fans through a mailing list. The website features music, photos, videos, bio, interviews, shows, and contact information. The site also has cart functionality and login. The band has a social impact through its music and live performances.
- Mar 2016Conventional Debt$100K
- Dec 2015Conventional Debt$750K
- Apr 2015Seed$1.2M
#12
Deadpooled · Glendale, Arizona · founded 2014 · 6 employees$1.2Mraised▾
Watch live football matches in Full HD with Socolive TV, a premier online platform for football enthusiasts. It offers live streaming of football, soccer, and basketball games, providing real-time scores, schedules, and standings. The platform features a comprehensive news section with up-to-date information on the world of sports. Users can access match highlights, expert analysis, and predictions. It aims to be a reliable companion for every football fan, offering high-quality broadcasts and a wide range of information. The website supports multiple platforms and devices, fostering a vibrant online community for football fans to connect and share their passion. It provides a user-friendly interface with easy navigation, ensuring fans can quickly find the information they need. The platform offers a variety of features, including live scores, match schedules, and team information.
- Aug 2014Series A$1.2M
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