Hostelworld Group (HSW) is a global hostel-focused online booking platform providing tailored solutions to the unique needs of hostels and hostel travellers since 1999. Through its leading search functionality on desktop and mobile app, Hostelworld connects young and independent travellers with over 17,400 hostel properties across more than 178 countries, allowing them to book the right hostel based on more than 2 million customer reviews. Over the last 20 years Hostelworld has built our industry expertise by partnering with hostels worldwide, enabling them to manage and distribute their inventory to Hostelworld highly engaged and valuable global customer base. As the only OTA dedicated to hostels, Hostelworld’s mission is to continue inspiring millions of intrepid travellers to see the world, meet new people and come back with extraordinary stories to tell.