In Kerala’s growing hospitality landscape, where boutique stays and homestays continue to attract travelers seeking more personal experiences, a Kochi based company is steadily building a broader presence not just by managing properties, but by shaping how people experience travel itself.
Forestay began by helping homeowners run villas and vacation homes more professionally. Over time, it has grown into a company that takes an end to end approach to hospitality covering everything from setting up and managing properties to hosting guests and creating experiences around them.
Today, the company also owns and operates some of its own properties, reflecting a deeper involvement in the spaces it manages.
So far, Forestay has hosted more than 7,000 guests and maintains an average rating of around 4.8 across major booking platforms, suggesting steady demand and positive guest feedback.
Turning Empty Homes Into Living Spaces
Kerala has a large number of homes left vacant as many owners, particularly NRIs, live abroad. Forestay has been working with such homeowners to convert unused houses into professionally managed guest stays , helping owners generate income while ensuring the homes remain active and well cared for.
Beyond day to day operations, the company supports property partners with design inputs, guest management, and hospitality operations, positioning itself as a long term partner rather than just a service provider.
Building Community Through Experiences
Forestay has also been experimenting with new formats through an initiative called Play by Forestay. The initiative recently hosted its first social experiment — a curated gathering that explored how hospitality spaces can bring people together through shared activities and conversations.
Such efforts reflect a broader shift in travel, where guests increasingly look for meaningful experiences alongside accommodation.
Exploring New Stay Concepts — Forestay Tent
Positioned as one of Forestay’s most premium offerings, Forestay Tent is a thoughtfully designed tented one-bedroom concept that brings together the serenity of nature with the comforts of a high-end hospitality experience. Envisioned as a luxury stay format, it offers guests an immersive outdoor setting complemented by carefully curated interiors, five-star level amenities, and personalized service — allowing travelers to experience nature without compromising on comfort or quality.
Wellness Becoming Part of the Stay
Another area of growth is Forestay Wellness, which focuses on wellness experiences within properties as well as programs designed for corporate groups and retreats. The company is also developing organic products such as oils and soaps for use within its hospitality spaces, aligning with a growing interest in natural and mindful living.
Expanding Beyond Kerala
While Kerala remains its foundation, Forestay has begun building a presence in Bengaluru and is preparing to launch its first office in the city. The expansion reflects growing interest from property owners and travelers outside its home market and marks a new phase of growth for the company.
Looking Ahead
As India’s hospitality sector continues to evolve toward more personalized and experience led travel, companies like Forestay are quietly shaping new models , blending homes, community, and well being into the idea of a stay.
With plans to onboard more properties, expand into new cities, and continue experimenting with experiences, Forestay appears to be positioning itself as a company focused not just on accommodation, but on how people connect with places.
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