# Soldier Chic Hostels The Bowery House Pays Tribute to the World War II Era By Meghan Young | Published 2011-10-20 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowery-house References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/come-sleep-like-a-chic-soldier-at-the-bowery-house-hotel) & [theboweryhouse](http://theboweryhouse.com/) The Bowery House is the lastest hostel to pop up on [Manhattan Island](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mercer-hotel). Although it may be new in the hotelier business, the building itself is steeped in history; it is this history that has inspired the decor of the Bowery House. Back in the 1940s, the Bowery House was known as The Prince Hotel, which was once used as temporary lodgings for soldiers returning home from World War II. Maintaining its old-world charm, the Bowery House definitely has a [period feel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pilgrm-hotel) to it. Yet, the building has gone through a [huge re-haul](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m-social-hotel). The Bowery House now boasts 300 thread-count sheets and other luxe touches. It is comprised of single and shared rooms, communal bathrooms as well as a bar, kitchen, garden and living room. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Soldier Chic:** The trend of creating historically themed spaces that pay tribute to past eras, specifically World War II soldiers returning home. - **Luxury Hostels:** The trend of upscale hostels that offer a more affordable alternative to traditional hotels while still providing luxurious amenities. - **Communal Living:** The trend of shared living spaces, emphasizing interactive areas and resources. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality:** Hospitality industry professionals could create unique experiences for guests by designing spaces that pay tribute to specific historical eras or themes. - **Real Estate:** Real estate developers can consider repurposing historical buildings into modern spaces while preserving their historical significance. - **Travel:** Travel companies could build packages that cater to those seeking interactive, communal living experiences in unique historical spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bohemian Heritage Beach Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-loma-beach-hotel.md) - [Modern Apartment Hotel Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bob-w-stockholm.md) - [Affordably Decorated Getaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-homegoods.md) - [Village-Luke Charming Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/botree-hotel.md) - [Cozy Contemporary Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodlark-hotel.md) - [Brutalist Artful Hotel Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoxton-charlottenburg.md) - [Sleek Reconstructed Polish Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puro-warszawa-stare-miasto.md) - [Horror-Themed Overnight Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warner-bros-icons-of-horror.md) - [Iconic SoHo Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mercer-hotel.md)