Annual · Global · Est. 2024

MixDorm
Global Hostel
Awards.

Celebrating excellence in hostel hospitality across the globe. Where the best hostels earn the recognition they truly deserve.

Nominate a Hostel
5
Award Categories
Annual
Ceremony

Award Categories

Five categories.
One global stage.

Each award honors a distinct pillar of exceptional hostel experience — from community to sustainability to raw traveller love.

01
Best Hostel in Country
Recognizing the top-rated hostel in each of the countries we serve.
02
Best Community Experience
For hostels that excel at creating vibrant, inclusive communities for travellers.
03
Most Innovative Hostel
Celebrating creative solutions and technology that elevate the guest experience.
04
Best Sustainable Hostel
Honoring hostels that lead in eco-friendly practices and local community impact.
05
Top Rated by Travellers
The most coveted award — based purely on traveller reviews and community feedback. The hostel with the highest guest satisfaction wins. This one goes to the people.
Voted by Travellers

Our Vision

Elevating the
global hostel standard.

The MixDorm Global Hostel Awards aim to elevate the standards of hostel hospitality by recognizing the finest accommodations worldwide.

One global standard of excellence.
These awards celebrate hostels that embody the spirit of adventure, foster community among travellers, and provide unparalleled service and comfort — wherever in the world they are.

Selection Process

Thorough. Transparent.
Fair.

Every winner goes through a rigorous, multi-stage evaluation — no shortcuts, no pay-to-win.

1
Nomination
Hostels are nominated by MixDorm users, local communities, and our expert panel. Anyone can nominate — the community decides who gets visibility.
Open to all
2
Evaluation
Each nominated hostel undergoes a rigorous review — guest reviews, on-site inspections, community feedback, and data from the MixDorm platform.
60-day process
3
Community voting
Shortlisted hostels go to public vote. The MixDorm community casts their votes — making this the most authentic hospitality award in the world.
30-day voting window
4
Annual ceremony & announcement
Winners are announced annually on our website, social media, and during the MixDorm Global Hostel Awards Ceremony. A night to remember.
Annual · Global broadcast

Impact of Winning

What winning
actually means.

A MixDorm Global Hostel Award is more than a trophy — it's a growth engine for your property.

International recognition
Your hostel gets a verified winner badge on MixDorm, visible to travellers actively looking to book.
Booking uplift
Winners receive increased visibility on MixDorm, with your hostel surfaced to travellers actively searching for top-rated stays.
Global reputation
Winner status is recognized by travel media, OTAs, and the broader hostel industry worldwide — elevating your brand permanently.

How to Participate

Three ways to
be part of it.

🏨
Nominate a Hostel
Know a hostel that deserves global recognition? Submit a nomination — anyone can nominate from any country.
🗳
Vote & Support
Help your favourite hostel win by sharing their nomination and encouraging the MixDorm community to vote.
🎤
Attend the Ceremony
Join us for the annual Awards Ceremony where we celebrate winners and the best of global hostel hospitality.

Previous Winners

Explore the
best in the world.

Discover past winners and get inspired for your next adventure. The finest hostels from previous award cycles — all in one place.

Previous Winners Page
Browse top-rated hostels from previous award cycles — filter by country, category, and year.
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Join the Community

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latest award news.

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Nominations open · Annual 2024 cycle

Is your hostel
award-worthy?

Nominate them now. The world deserves to know
about the best hostel experiences on the planet.

For any questions: support@mixdorm.com · MixDorm HQ, Mumbai, India