Dorms.com vs Hostel Hop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dorms.com
Find and book safe, budget-friendly student accommodations and backpacker hostels worldwide. Discover city guides, special deals, and manage your bookings on the go for a seamless travel experience.
- Search student housing and hostels
- Find last-minute deals
- Book on the go
- Manage bookings
- City guides with tips
- Review accommodations
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Book safe student accommodation and backpacker hostels with Dorms.com. Designed with students, backpackers and digital nomads in mind, our budget-friendly selection of student accommodation and hostels makes youth travel easier and safer. From London to Paris, from Berlin to New York, Dorms.com connects you with the best deals for student housing and backpacker hostels. Not sure where to head next? Our city guides help you get inspired before you hit the road. Wherever you want to go, find a hostel downtown or in a trendy neighbourhood, or a room in the university district, close to bus and train stations, airports or major attractions. With over 1 million bookings already made, we can help you find your next great stay. With the free app you can: - Search hostels, student housing, homestays, dorms, and shared or private rooms - Find last-minute hostel deals - Get special deals on cheap hostels and safe student accommodation - Book a hostel on the go, for tonight or your next trip - Keep your booking confirmations in the app, no printing needed - Manage your bookings - Use "Take me to my room" so you never get lost - Read city guides with tips and free activities - Chat with our support team Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DormsCom/ Backpacking hacks: https://www.dorms.com/Hostel-Backpacking-Hacks Hostel blogs: https://www.dorms.com/Hostels-Blogs Website: https://www.dorms.com/ Problems or ideas? Write to us at info@dorms.com.
Hostel Hop
Discover affordable hostels worldwide and connect with fellow travelers. Enjoy exclusive booking discounts and earn rewards with every reservation. This app offers a user-friendly experience for budget-conscious globetrotters.
- Explore global hostels
- Connect with travelers
- Exclusive booking discounts
- Rewards system
- User-friendly interface
- Personalized recommendations
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Welcome to Hostel Hop, the game-changer in budget-friendly and social travel! Seamlessly connect with the world of hostels and fellow travelers with our user-friendly mobile app. Explore a network of affordable accommodations, backed by our robust rewards system for travelers and unbeatable booking fees for hostels. Your Passport to Adventure: Discover a vibrant community of budget-conscious globetrotters and a handpicked selection of hostels in every corner of the world. From bustling cities to hidden gems, Hostel Hop is your ultimate companion for unforgettable journeys. Effortless Booking, Endless Savings: Book with ease and enjoy discounted fees exclusive to Hostel Hop users. Save big on every stay and accumulate rewards for future adventures. It’s not just a booking; it’s a smarter way to travel. User-Friendly Experience: Our intuitive app design ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience. From quick reservations to personalized recommendations, Hostel Hop puts the power of affordable and social travel in the palm of your hand. Rewards That Keep You Moving: Earn rewards with every booking and watch your savings grow. Our robust rewards system is designed to enhance your travel experience, providing you with more opportunities to explore and make memories. Download Hostel Hop now and redefine the way you experience the world. Unleash the traveler in you and hop from one unforgettable stay to the next!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hostel Hop at 100% against Dorms.com's 67%. Hostel Hop also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Hostel Hop holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 14 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Dorms.com's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hostel Hop's.
Dorms.com ships an update every 11 days, Hostel Hop every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dorms.com | Hostel Hop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (18 ratings) | 5.0 (14 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 18 — better | 14 |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Ad-supported — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 95 MB | 123 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dorms.com | Hostel Hop Inc. |
Customer experience
Dorms.com
Hostel Hop
In-app purchases
Dorms.com
No in-app purchases
Hostel Hop
No in-app purchases
