Hostelworld Group plc

Hostelworld Group plc is a leading online travel agent specializing in the global hostel market. It operates a social network-powered platform that serves as a two-sided marketplace, enabling hostel partners to list bed inventory while connecting budget-conscious travelers through its website and mobile apps for Android and iOS. The company facilitates bookings for hostels, B&Bs, hotels, and other accommodations, supported by software, data processing, and technology trading services. Additional offerings include business information consulting, marketing planning, research and development, and management services. With a strong emphasis on social features that link travelers based on bookings and locations, Hostelworld Group plc generates primary revenue from Europe, followed by Asia, Africa, Oceania, and the Americas. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, it employs around 227 people and plays a key role in the consumer cyclical travel services sector, catering to the dynamic hostelling industry worldwide.