Hostelers

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A person who manages or operates a hostel for travelers or guests; one who provides lodging and related services in a shared accommodation setting; an individual involved in the hospitality industry focusing on short-term stays for budget-conscious visitors
2. An individual responsible for overseeing the daily functions of a hostel, ensuring guests have a pleasant experience; someone who facilitates interactions among guests within communal living spaces; a hospitality worker who caters to the needs of those seeking affordable lodging
3. A hostel manager who tends to the needs of travelers and creates a welcoming atmosphere; a person who coordinates shared living environments for guests; an employee in the tourism sector dedicated to providing economical accommodations in a friendly setting

Etymology: "Hostelers" is simply the plural of "hosteler," so it is the form you use when referring to more than one person who works in or runs a hostel. The singular "hosteler" is the word whose origins matter here. It is a variant spelling of "hosteler," itself related to "hostel," a word that came into English from Old French "hostel," meaning lodging or inn, which traces back to Latin "hospitale," a place for hosting guests. "Hosteler" carries that same hospitality root, so the word has always pointed toward housing and welcoming travelers.

Synonyms: innkeepers, lodgers