HVE HOSPITALITY PRIVATE LIMITED
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
In their own words
HostelExp is a technology-enabled experiential hostel platform connecting global backpackers with authentic Indian culture while creating sustainable livelihoods for local communities. Since October 2021, we operate flagship properties in Varkala (₹71.4L FY2024-25 revenue), Auroville (₹15.4L), and Munroe Island (₹2.9L). Innovation: Proprietary integrated platform comprising custom Property Management System, AI-powered activity recommendation engine matching guests with local guides/artisans, and community dashboard providing real-time earning visibility. This technology stack enables multi-property scalability while preserving hyperlocal authenticity. Business Model: 40-45% EBITDA margins at maturity; 14-18 month payback periods; 55-60% repeat business rate (vs. 30-40% industry average). Currently profitable with Varkala achieving 38% EBITDA margin. Social Impact: Generating 25 direct jobs and 100-120 indirect community beneficiaries in the year 2025-2026. Five-year projection: 350+ direct jobs, 3,500+ indirect beneficiaries, ₹30 crores cumulative community income distribution. Revenue-sharing model ensures 20-25% of activity revenue flows directly to local guides, artisans, and performers. Monthly training programs support 40-50 local youth annually per property. Scalability: Market size ₹8,000+ crore. Expansion pipeline: 8-10 properties across South/North India by 2030. Five-year projections: ₹14.5 crore revenue with 45% EBITDA margins. Alignment: Innovation-driven technology creating new market category. Employment generation with measurable social impact. Sustainable community livelihoods and cultural preservation.
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What the record says
- DPIIT recognition number
- DIPP228336
- CIN
- U55101KL2023PTC084979
- Registered on Startup India
- 2025
- Self-declared stage
- Scaling
Funding signals
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Where this is
District
Thiruvananthapuram
Kerala
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