Host Hotel Systems has been acquired by Banyan Software

Banyan Software has acquired Host Hotel Systems, marking the start of a new chapter of sustained growth. As an established leader in Portugal, Host is now poised to expand internationally, with the UK identified as a key priority. With Banyan’s backing, the company gains access to resources, stability and increased innovation capacity, enabling it to accelerate growth, enhance product development and strengthen its position as a globally recognized provider of hotel technology.

Host is a hospitality technology provider that places the guest experience at the center of its ecosystem. With a portfolio of integrated solutions — including property management system (PMS), point-of-sale (POS), events management system (EMS) and customer relationship management (CRM) tools — Host enables hotels and hotel chains to deliver hyper-personalized service across every touchpoint in a native multi-property environment. Its approach is built around flexibility, data-driven decision-making and seamless integration, helping hoteliers create both efficient and memorable guest journeys.

Banyan Software, Inc. is a long-term investor and operator in the vertical market software (VMS) sector. Founded in 2016, the company acquires niche, mission-critical software businesses and provides them with a permanent home, contrasting with the traditional private equity buy-and-sell approach. Banyan pursues a “buy, hold and grow for life” strategy, supporting portfolio companies with resources, expertise and capital while preserving their autonomy, culture and customer relationships. Headquartered in Toronto with operations across North America, Europe and Australia, Banyan has built a diversified portfolio spanning industries such as healthcare, hospitality, transportation, education, utilities and financial services. Its decentralized model allows founders and management teams to remain independent while benefiting from shared best practices in finance, HR, sales and technology. Banyan has quickly established itself as one of the most active and fastest-growing consolidators in the VMS space, recognized for its founder-friendly approach and permanent capital model.

Oaklins’ team in Portugal acted as the exclusive financial advisor to the shareholders of Host in the sale of the company.