Our story
A home for travelers,
not tourists.
Hidden Monkey was born from a simple idea: the best travel memories aren't made in hotel rooms — they're made in common rooms, around bonfires, and over shared meals with strangers who become lifelong friends.
Est. 2023
Where strangers become travel family
What we believe
Our values.
Community First
We don't just give you a bed. We give you a tribe.
Travel With Purpose
Sustainable stays that give back to the places we love.
Accessible Adventure
World-class experiences at backpacker-friendly prices.
Authentic Spaces
No cookie-cutter hostels. Every location has its own soul.
The crew
Meet the family.
Ankit
Founder & Chief Experience Officer
Wanderer turned homemaker. Ankit started Hidden Monkey with a simple belief: the best travel stories come from the people you meet, not the places you see.
Krish
Core team Member
Krish brings fresh ideas, creative energy, and an innovative mindset to the Hidden Monkey team. He works across operations, growth, and technology, always looking for new ways to make things better.
Priya
Community Manager · Varanasi
Raised on the ghats of Varanasi, Priya knows every chai stall, every boatman, and every secret alley in the old city. She makes sure every guest leaves with a story.
Our mission
To build the most welcoming community of travelers in India — one hostel, one chai, one conversation at a time.
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