

Why Hostels Are an Untapped Investment Opportunity in the U.S. | Mike & Nate E34
Jun 3, 2025
36:54
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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