Vienna’s Chatlyn Raises €8M to Launch AI Visual Webchat for Hotels

By futureTEKnow | Editorial Team

The hospitality industry is undergoing a major digital transformation, and Vienna-based startup Chatlyn is at the forefront. With a recent €8 million Series A funding round, Chatlyn is on a mission to become the AI brain for hotels, revolutionizing how properties communicate with guests and manage operations.

Why Hotel Communication Needs an Upgrade

Hotels today juggle 8–12 different messaging platforms—from WhatsApp and email to booking channels and social media. This fragmentation leads to missed booking opportunitiesinefficient workflows, and a staggering €10 billion in lost revenue annually. Guests expect instant, personalized service, but staff are often overwhelmed by repetitive tasks and slow response times.

Chatlyn’s AI-Powered Solution

Founded in 2022, Chatlyn offers an AI communication hub designed specifically for hospitality. Here’s what sets it apart:

  • Unified Guest Communications: Integrates over 10 channels (email, WhatsApp, SMS, webchat, social media) into a single platform.

  • Intelligent Automation: Handles 70%+ of guest inquiries instantly in over 35 languages.

  • Real-Time Translation: Breaks language barriers, enabling seamless global guest engagement.

  • AI-Powered Visual Webchat: Showcases rooms with live pricing and availability, guiding guests through conversational booking.

  • 98% Open Rate on WhatsApp: Far surpasses traditional email marketing.

  • Comprehensive Channel Integration: Connects with industry-specific messengers like Booking.com, as well as major property management systems (Oracle Opera, Protel, Apaleo, Mews).

  • Brand Voice Consistency: Automated replies maintain each property’s unique tone and style.

What makes Chatlyn's AI system the industry’s first visual webchat

Chatlyn’s AI system is recognized as the industry’s first visual webchat because it goes beyond traditional text-based chatbots by enabling guests to:

  • View available rooms with live pricing and real-time availability directly within the chat interface.

  • See room photos and details as part of the conversation, making the booking process more interactive and visually engaging.

  • Complete the entire booking journey conversationally—guests can pick dates, compare room options, and finalize reservations without leaving the chat or filling out external forms.

  • Receive instant, AI-driven responses that adapt in real time to guest requests, ensuring a seamless and personalized experience.

This visual and conversational approach transforms the webchat from a simple Q&A tool into a fully interactive booking assistant, setting it apart as an industry first in hospitality technology.

Real-World Impact

Since its late-2022 launch, Chatlyn has scaled to over 1,000 properties in 30 countries, including luxury brands like St. Regis MauritiusSinger Palace Rome, and InterContinental. Hotels report a shift from reactive to proactive guest service, with staff freed up to focus on creating memorable in-person experiences.

“Our AI assistant handles over 70% of inquiries instantly in perfect German, English, Spanish, and many other languages, while our team focuses on creating magical moments. It’s like having a multilingual concierge that never sleeps and gets smarter every day.”

What’s Next for Chatlyn?

The new funding will accelerate Chatlyn’s growth in three key areas:

  • Product Innovation: Launching agentic AI for phone support and an AI Booking Assistant to capture more direct bookings.
  • Geographic Expansion: Strengthening leadership in German-speaking regions and expanding across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the UAE.
  • Team Growth: Scaling the AI and development team to deliver not just software, but also AI consulting for hotels.

The Future of Hospitality

As the hospitality sector embraces AI, Chatlyn is positioned to define the future of guest communication. By centralizing conversations, automating responses, and integrating deeply with hotel systems, Chatlyn aims to make every hotel interaction intelligent, connected, and personal.

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