Trend cluster
Category

Haute
Hostel

The budget-friendly hotel alternative gets a makeover.

Temporary Mobile HotelsAffordable Lavish InnsBold Affordable AccommodationSquarish Hotel AccommodationsBold Budget Resorts

Trend

What is the Haute Hostel trend?

Haute Hostel: As wanderlust increases among consumers, infiltrating even those who are financially unprepared for travel, so to does the demand for affordable accommodation. Thus, budget-friendly hotel alternatives such as hostels and other temporary lodgings are adding more luxurious touches to their accommodation.

Trend themes

Themes within the Haute Hostel trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Luxurification of budget accommodation

As demand for affordable accommodation rises, budget-friendly hotel alternatives such as hostels are incorporating more luxurious touches to their accommodation.

02

Design-centric budget lodgings

Budget lodging providers are incorporating chic, colorful, and contemporary designs into their accommodations, making them stand out from the traditional cheap hotels and motels.

03

Mobile temporary lodging

Mobile temporary lodging is becoming popular due to its flexibility and travelers' desire to choose where they want to stay instead of being restricted by hotels.

Industry implications

What the Haute Hostel trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Hospitality

Hospitality providers could incorporate luxurious touches and contemporary design elements for budget accommodation for people who want affordable lodging with luxurious touches.

For

Travel

Travelers would like to have more flexibility in choosing their lodging so as the hospitality industry grows, there is an opportunity to provide mobile temporary lodging for people to stay wherever they want.

For

Architecture and Design

Architects and designers can innovate budget lodging by incorporating colorful and contemporary designs, exploring mobile temporary lodging, and creating sustainable architecture for affordable hotels.

Trend signals

Trend signals for Haute Hostel

Trend score 4.2 out of 10, from popularity 52%, activity 65%, freshness 8%.

Popularity52%
Activity65%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
South America
Africa

Evidence

Examples of the Haute Hostel trend

6 featured examples from Apr 3, 2012 to May 24, 2013
Temporary Mobile Hotels
CategoryEco

Temporary Mobile Hotels

The DROP Moveable Suite Lets Travelers Stay Wherever They Wish

The hospitality industry can benefit from developing innovative temporary accommodation options that offer unique experiences and customization.

Affordable Lavish Inns
CategoryWorld

Affordable Lavish Inns

Hostal La Buena Vida Lets You Travel in Style Without Breaking the Bank

Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethinking traditional hotel and hostel models to provide more luxurious and affordable options.

Bold Affordable Accommodation
CategoryWorld

Bold Affordable Accommodation

Zollhaus Hostel Provides Atmosphere and Aesthetics Beyond the Budget

The hospitality industry has a unique opportunity to tap into the growing market of budget-conscious travelers seeking accommodations that offer modern design and luxury amenities.

Squarish Hotel Accommodations
CategoryArt & Design

Squarish Hotel Accommodations

The Cube Room by Fabian Gatermann is Geometrically Interactive

The hospitality industry can incorporate geometric themes and interactive features into hotel accommodations to create an immersive and memorable guest experience.

Bold Budget Resorts
CategoryArt & Design

Bold Budget Resorts

The Berchtesgaden Youth Hostel by LAVA is Affordable and Dynamically Designed

The hospitality industry could adopt eco-friendly and dynamic design elements in their budget accommodation offerings to attract more budget-conscious travelers.

Seafaring Backpacker Abodes
CategoryArt & Design

Seafaring Backpacker Abodes

The Yasutaka Yoshimura Architects Hostel is Inspired by Life at Sea

The hospitality industry can explore the concept of communal living spaces and unique nautical themes to attract travelers looking for a memorable experience.