DAY USE SAS

Based in France, Dayuse SAS provides a unique platform for booking hotel rooms by the hour, catering to a variety of needs such as short leisure visits or business meetings. Dayuse SAS specializes in daytime hotel bookings, allowing users to reserve hotel rooms for a few hours. The company was founded in 2010 in Paris, France, by David Lebée and Eugénie Lebée. Dayuse has received a total of 4 funding deals, with the most recent being a Series A funding round closing on October 9, 2024, where it raised EUR 12.

940 mn led by Idinvest Partners. The total amount raised by the company now stands at EUR 12. 940 mn, with a current valuation of EUR 48. 806 mn.

Dayuse. com specializes in providing daytime hotel bookings, enabling users to reserve hotel rooms for a few hours and enjoy hotel amenities without requiring an overnight stay. The service caters to various clientele, including couples on romantic getaways, business travelers needing temporary workspaces, and individuals seeking rest during layovers or between meetings. Dayuse.

com features high-quality hotels in major U. S. cities, such as New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Miami, as well as international markets including France, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The platform enhances user convenience with features like free cancellations and payment upon arrival.

Dayuse. com operates on a commission-based revenue model, generating income from bookings made through its platform. This includes transactions where end-users directly book rooms for short stays and B2B partnerships with hotels. The pricing structure typically offers significant discounts, with hotel rooms available at rates up to 75% off standard overnight prices, thus attracting a diverse customer base from leisure travelers to business professionals seeking temporary accommodations.

In October 2024, MBO+, along with the company's management, acquired a majority stake in Dayuse SAS from Idinvest Partners, Partech, and Chausson Finance. The rationale behind this acquisition is to support the firm's growth. Moving forward, Dayuse plans to expand its service offerings and enter new markets, though specific new products or geographic regions targeted for expansion have not been detailed.