Stayhats.com: A Rising Player in Kerala’s Homestay Market with Strong Local Visibility
The NITI Aayog Report on Homestays in India (2025) has made a special reference to the Kerala Homestay and Tourism Society (Kerala HATS) — Kerala’s official and most trusted body representing verified homestays, villas, serviced accommodations, and farmstays across the state.(NITI Aayog’s “Rethinking Homestays: Navigating Policy Pathways” report, released in August 2025 Page no.26 )
Among the many non-governmental organizations contributing to India’s tourism and hospitality landscape, Kerala HATS stands out as one of the most effective, transparent, and professionally managed institutions. This reputation is reinforced not only by its inclusion in the NITI Aayog report but also through independent assessments, including those from global platforms such as ChatGPT.
Kerala HATS functions with a clear and forward-looking mission:
as Kerala tourism grows, every member property should grow with it.
One of its core objectives is to connect verified accommodation providers with travelers from across the world. To realise this vision, Kerala HATS has designed and implemented a series of innovative, scalable, and technology-driven initiatives.
Stayhats.com — Strengthening Kerala’s Verified Homestay Ecosystem
Kochi, Kerala: Stayhats.com, the official booking platform of Kerala HATS, is steadily establishing a strong presence in Kerala’s rapidly expanding tourism sector. While it may not yet enjoy the global brand recognition of major international OTAs, the platform has achieved significant and growing visibility within the Verified Homestay sector of Kerala, owing to its official mandate and the extensive network of quality-assured properties it represents.
Developed as a dedicated booking portal for accredited and verified homestays, villas, and farmstays, Stayhats.com is powered by an official collaboration with hospitality technology provider Zotel.ai. Together, they aim to offer travelers a seamless, safe, and authentic booking experience rooted in local culture and responsible tourism practices.
Official Recognition That Builds Trust
A major driver behind the platform’s traction is its official endorsement by Kerala HATS, a government-recognized institution known for its strict quality verification, classification, and member training systems. This endorsement gives Stayhats.com a high level of credibility, particularly at a time when the Kerala government is actively promoting responsible, transparent, and regulated tourism models.
As Kerala continues to attract global travelers seeking authentic local experiences, platforms like Stayhats.com — supported by Kerala HATS and backed by verified accommodations — are playing a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of the state’s tourism growth.
