June 3, 2025

Why Hostels Are an Untapped Investment Opportunity in the U.S.

Why Hostels Are an Untapped Investment Opportunity in the U.S.

We're proving why hostels are one of the most powerful investment models in real estate. In this episode, Mike and Nate break down exactly why they’re going all-in on hostels, and how they turn underperforming assets into award winning hospitality destinations.

You’ll learn:

  • Why the U.S. hostel market is ripe for disruption
  • The revenue model that turns $100 rooms into $300 cash machines
  • How their guest-first brand became a marketing engine
  • Why “flawed” properties are actually a goldmine for this model
  • What Gen Z travelers are demanding and why hostels deliver
  • Plus, some hints on what they're building next in Los Angeles

If you’ve ever considered buying a boutique hotel or investing in experiential hospitality, this episode will give you a whole new lens.
Listen now and learn why hostels might be the highest-ROI play in the game.


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