goSTOPS Raises ₹35 Crore in Series A Funding to Expand India’s Youth Travel Experience

goSTOPS, a leading travel hostel brand catering to young travelers, has secured ₹35 crore in its Series A funding round, led by Blume Ventures with co-lead investment from 1Crowd. The fresh capital infusion will drive the company’s aggressive expansion plans as it looks to scale its presence across India.

Expanding the Footprint: From 2,500 to 10,000 Beds

Founded in 2014, goSTOPS has positioned itself as a category-defining brand in the youth travel segment. With the new funding, the company aims to increase its bed capacity from 2,500 to 10,000 across 100 locations within the next 24 months. This expansion is expected to propel its growth by four times, reinforcing goSTOPS’ commitment to making budget-friendly travel more accessible to India’s younger generation.

The funding round also saw participation from existing investors, including Mumbai Angels, Chennai Angels, Indian Angel Network, Lead Angels, and Yuj Ventures.

Investor Confidence & Vision for Growth

Pallavi Agarwal, Founder and CEO of goSTOPS, expressed her enthusiasm for the funding round, stating:
“This investment reflects the trust our investors have in our vision and the category we are building. With their continued support, we aim to scale goSTOPS into India’s most preferred youth travel brand—expanding our footprint while staying true to our promise of making travel accessible to young Indians.”

The capital will be utilized to strengthen operations, enhance technology, and improve the social and experiential elements of its hostels. Additionally, goSTOPS is finalizing debt partnerships to further accelerate its expansion strategy.

Investor Perspectives on goSTOPS’ Market Potential

Backing goSTOPS’ growth story, Ashish Fafadia, Partner at Blume Ventures, highlighted the brand’s strong operational and financial strategies:
“goSTOPS has built a category-defining brand by combining deep operational expertise, smart asset management, and tech-driven efficiencies. Their ability to optimize unit economics while scaling rapidly is a testament to the team’s tenacity and strategic vision. We are excited to back their journey as they expand and transform the youth travel experience in India.”

Anil Gudibande, Co-founder of 1Crowd, emphasized goSTOPS’ potential beyond hospitality:
“As an early backer of goSTOPS, we always believed that the brand was more than just a hostel chain—it is a youth brand with the potential to shape travel and lifestyle choices. The founders’ ingenuity and deep understanding of their audience have been key to their success. Their team is not just about asset utilization; it is about creating experiences that resonate with young travelers. This belief has been central to us leading the company’s multiple rounds of equity financing, and we are now excited to see the next phase of their growth.”

Shaping the Future of Youth Travel in India

With this latest round of funding, goSTOPS is set to redefine budget-friendly travel by expanding its reach, optimizing its operations, and enhancing its traveler-focused experiences. The company’s tech-driven approach and deep focus on community-building position it as a major player in India’s evolving travel landscape.

As India’s travel and hospitality industry continues to rebound, goSTOPS’ rapid growth signals a promising future for the youth travel segment, making adventure and exploration more accessible than ever before.