Hostelworld Lifts H2 Momentum as New Social and Events Features Bolster Growth Plan

An update from Hostelworld ( (GB:HSW) ) is now available.

Hostelworld reported improved trading momentum in the second half of 2025, with H2 generated revenue up 7% year-on-year, driven by modest booking growth and higher average booking values, as well as a higher effective commission rate supported by its Elevate marketplace monetisation tool and better marketing efficiency. For the full year, net revenue rose 2% to €93.8 million on 7.0 million net bookings, while adjusted EBITDA is expected to come in at €19.9 million, in line with market expectations but at a slightly lower margin of about 21%, alongside continued share buy-backs, a small net debt position, and the payment of an interim dividend. Strategically, the group advanced its growth roadmap through the acquisition of US-based events discovery platform OccasionGenius, the launch of paid “Social Passes” to monetise its social network, and the rollout of budget accommodation options, moves that management says enhance the platform’s capabilities, deepen network effects and broaden its addressable market as it enters 2026 with confidence in its long-term value-creation prospects.

The most recent analyst rating on (GB:HSW) stock is a Hold with a £137.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Hostelworld stock, see the GB:HSW Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on GB:HSW Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, GB:HSW is a Neutral.

Hostelworld’s overall stock score reflects its strong financial performance and strategic corporate actions, such as share buybacks and acquisitions, which are enhancing shareholder value. However, the mixed technical indicators and moderate valuation suggest some caution. The company’s trajectory is positive, with room for further growth and optimization.

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More about Hostelworld

Hostelworld Group PLC is an Ireland-headquartered online travel agent focused on the hostelling segment, operating a social-network-powered platform that helps travellers connect with others in hostels and cities based on their booking data. Founded in 1999, the company works with hostel partners in over 180 countries, employs around 270 people, and has increasingly positioned itself around sustainability, commissioning independent research, introducing a hostel-specific sustainability framework, and offering customers tools to offset the carbon emissions of their trips.

Average Trading Volume: 140,605

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: £148.3M

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