hosteler

/ˈhɑstələr/
noun
  1. A person who stays at hostels, especially while traveling on a budget.
    • The hostel was full of friendly hostelers from all over the world.
    • As a hosteler, he preferred shared dormitories to expensive hotels.
    • The young hosteler packed light for her trip across Europe.
  2. A person who manages or works at a hostel.
    • The hosteler organized a group hike for everyone staying at the hostel.
    • The hosteler greeted the new guests and showed them to their rooms.
    • She worked as a hosteler for a summer, cleaning and checking in visitors.