Stay-N-Charge provides an electric vehicle charging network and directory specifically for the hospitality industry, enabling hotels to offer EV charging as an amenity without additional management burdens. The platform connects EV drivers with hotels that have charging stations, allowing them to reserve both accommodations and chargers in advance, ensuring a reliable charging solution during their stay.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers often face challenges finding available charging stations at hotels, leading to range anxiety and inconvenient charging experiences during travel. Hotels, on the other hand, may lack the resources or expertise to effectively manage EV charging as an amenity, hindering their ability to attract and cater to the growing EV travel market.
Solution
Stay-N-Charge provides a platform that connects EV drivers with hotels offering EV charging, streamlining the process of finding and reserving charging stations. The platform allows EV drivers to search for hotels with available chargers, compare options, and book both accommodations and charging in advance, ensuring a seamless charging experience. For hotels, Stay-N-Charge offers a Charging-as-a-Service solution, enabling them to provide EV charging as an amenity without the complexities of managing the infrastructure. This helps hotels attract EV drivers, enhance guest satisfaction, and stay competitive in the evolving hospitality landscape.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes EV drivers seeking reliable charging options at hotels and hotels looking to attract EV-driving guests by offering managed EV charging solutions.
Features
- Searchable directory of hotels with EV charging stations, filtered by location and charger availability
- Real-time charger availability status and reservation system
- Integrated booking for hotel rooms and EV charging slots
- Charging-as-a-Service solution for hotels, including charger installation and maintenance
- Access control features for managing charger access and preventing unauthorized use
- Mobile app for EV drivers to easily find and book charging
- Blog articles providing insights on EV charging trends and benefits for hotels