Market research
The competition brings something different, but no ones perfect
Strong community to reach out too when traveling. Just need to put money upfront first to access all features in the app.
Open source and constantly evolving to connect people all over the world. Can be overwhelming and since it open source information is all over the place.
Find the perfect roommate when your traveling. The app makes simple things like communicating with the landlord an additional expense
A juggernaut in the hotel and hostel space. A lot of complaints with security and privacy.
Users study
We came up with the following conclusions
Price
Prices are the biggest selling point when it comes to staying at a hostel. Travelers are looking to save money.
Safety
Safety is the biggest concern when staying at a hostel. All of the people we interviewed shared the same concerns about safety.
Information
When it comes to traveling being informed never fails. 90% of the people that we interviewed always prepared for the trip by doing research before traveling.
Transportation
Getting around after you arrive to your hostel can get really expensive very quickly. People that we interviewed complained on how prices would double once they were found out to be visiting.