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Hostelworld

Online booking platform for hostels connecting budget travelers with thousands of hostels worldwide.

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About Hostelworld

Hostelworld is the world's largest online booking platform focused on hostels and budget travel accommodations. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: HSW). Hostelworld connects millions of travelers with over 17,000 hostels, B&Bs, and budget accommodations across 180+ countries. The platform offers social features enabling travelers to connect with fellow guests before and during their stays, making it the go-to platform for backpackers, solo travelers, and budget-conscious adventurers worldwide.

What sets this company apart

World's largest hostel-focused OTA; 17,000+ properties in 180+ countries; social features connecting travelers; publicly listed on London Stock Exchange; 25+ year heritage in budget travel.

Markets & Coverage

Operating across 1 countries

Markets & Coverage

(1)
Ireland

Supported Languages

EnglishPrimary

Property Types

  • HotelPrimary
  • B&B / Guest House

Market Segments

  • Budget-FriendlyPrimary
  • Urban

Pricing Plans

Pricing information based on publicly available data. Contact vendor for exact quotes.

Commission Model

Commission per booking
  • 17,000+ hostels globally
  • 180+ countries
  • Social travel features
  • Mobile app
  • 24/7 customer support
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  • Hostelworld is the world's largest online booking platform focused on hostels and budget travel accommodations. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, the company is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE: HSW). Hostelworld connects millions of travelers with over 17,000 hostels, B&Bs, and budget accommodations across 180+ countries. The platform offers social features enabling travelers to connect with fellow guests before and during their stays, making it the go-to platform for backpackers, solo travelers, and budget-conscious adventurers worldwide.

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