# Hostelworld MCP > Hostelworld MCP connects your AI client to global hostel listings, letting you search for budget accommodations anywhere in the world. You can check live availability and pricing for specific dates, read authentic traveler reviews, or get detailed facility information on a property before you book. ## Overview - **Category:** travel-hospitality - **Price:** Free - **Tags:** hostels, backpacking, budget-travel, accommodation, travel-search ## Description Connecting Hostelworld lets your agent explore budget accommodation worldwide using only natural conversation. Instead of clicking through endless tabs and manually comparing prices across dozens of websites, you just ask what you need—like 'Where can I find a cheap place in Chiang Mai for three nights?' The MCP handles the complex search, retrieving real-time pricing and availability instantly. You also get deep dives into specific properties, accessing everything from photos to facility policies and even reading actual traveler reviews. If your company is building out its catalog of connected services, check out Vinkius; they manage thousands of specialized connectors like this one. It's basically taking all the research time off your plate. Need a group booking comparison? Done. Planning a long stay as a digital nomad? The agent finds affordable options based on your criteria. ## Tools ### get_property_availability Checks if a property has rooms open and what the current price is for specific dates. ### get_property_details Retrieves all written information about a hostel, including its policies and available facilities. ### get_property_images Grabs photo sets for a property so you can see what the accommodation actually looks like. ### get_property_reviews Gets authentic reviews and star ratings from other guests who stayed at the place. ### list_city_properties Returns a list of properties located within a specific city you name. ### list_countries Provides an exhaustive list of all countries listed on Hostelworld. ### search_cities Finds and lists cities that have properties available on the platform. ### search_properties Runs a general search and returns basic information for matching hostels or properties globally. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Find the best hostels in Barcelona for next weekend. ``` **Response:** ``` Found 5 top-rated hostels in Barcelona. 'Casa Kessler' (9.1 rating) in Gothic Quarter from €22/night has beds available. 'Sant Jordi Hostel Sagrada Familia' (9.3 rating) from €25/night. Want details on any? ``` ## Capabilities ### Search for properties by location Find hostels and accommodations across any country or city with basic pricing information. ### Check real-time booking availability Verify if a specific hostel has open beds or rooms for your exact dates and see the current rates. ### Get complete property overviews Retrieve full details on any location, including facility lists, house rules, and general policies. ### Compare traveler experiences Pull aggregated ratings and specific reviews from past guests to help you weigh options. ### View property media Access photo galleries for a visual look at the accommodation before committing. ## Use Cases ### Last-minute group trip planning A travel agent needs to compare group rates for five people in three different cities next week. Instead of calling three separate booking sites, the agent asks their AI client to run a search and then use `get_property_availability` on all options simultaneously. ### Digital nomad scouting A user wants an affordable long-term stay in Lisbon but needs reliable WiFi. They ask the agent to find properties, and the agent uses `get_property_details` to filter out places that don't list 'WiFi' or similar amenities. ### Comparing hostels vs. hotels A user is debating if a hostel is better than a hotel in Bali. They use the general search and then compare specific options by running `get_property_reviews` on both types to see which one has higher guest ratings. ### Discovering new destinations A user wants vacation ideas outside their usual spots. They ask the agent to list countries and then search for cities, letting them discover places they never knew existed before planning a trip. ## Benefits - Stop scrolling through endless listings. Use the general search functionality to narrow down options by location or keyword immediately, saving you time on manual comparisons. - Need proof of quality? Running `get_property_reviews` pulls in actual guest feedback and ratings so you can compare experiences before committing to a spot. - Booking is fast: Instead of opening five different tabs, use `get_property_availability` to check rates for multiple locations on the fly using just one prompt. - You get full context with `get_property_details`. This tool doesn't just tell you the price; it lists facilities and policies so you know exactly what you’re getting. - Visual confirmation matters. Use `get_property_images` to instantly preview accommodations, which is better than relying on vague descriptions alone. ## How It Works The bottom line is you don't need to navigate the website; your agent does it all through one chat window. 1. Subscribe to this MCP and enter your Hostelworld Partner API key into Vinkius. 2. Prompt your AI client with a request, like 'Show me hostels in Rome for two people next month.' 3. The agent executes the necessary searches and returns a list of options, complete with ratings and availability data. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How do I use the get_property_availability tool with Hostelworld?** You don't call it directly. You ask your agent to check availability for a specific hostel and date range. The MCP handles running `get_property_availability` in the background, giving you real-time pricing. **Can I find properties outside of major cities using search_properties?** Yes. You can use general searches to find listings across smaller towns or regions by providing a more specific keyword or region name in your prompt. **Does this MCP give me enough information to book a hostel?** It gives you all the research data—reviews, availability, and details—but remember it's for planning. You still need to confirm the booking on Hostelworld’s site. **How many countries can I search for with list_countries?** The MCP provides a comprehensive list of every country that has listings, letting you see the full scope of what's available globally in one go. **What credentials do I need to run the search_properties tool?** You must provide a valid Hostelworld Partner API key for authentication. This key is entered during setup and authorizes your AI client to access the property data. **When I use get_property_details, what specific policy information do I receive?** The tool returns comprehensive facility listings alongside the hostel's policies. You get details on things like pet rules, check-in times, and specific amenities provided. **If I run list_city_properties and no hostels are found, what response should my agent expect?** The MCP returns a structured empty array along with an explicit message. Your agent can then interpret this status to inform the user that zero properties matched those criteria. **Are there rate limits when checking multiple dates using get_property_availability?** Yes, standard API rate limiting applies. We recommend building a delay and retry mechanism into your agent's workflow to prevent hitting usage caps during batch checks. **Can I check availability for specific dates?** Yes! Use the `get_property_availability` tool with the property ID and your check-in/check-out dates to see real-time bed and room availability.