ABOUT US
OUR PURPOSE:
"At Pariwana Hostels, our purpose goes beyond providing simple accommodation; we strive to be the spark that ignites unforgettable experiences for the young traveler. As a team, we are committed to being more than just hosts; we are creators of meaningful moments. Each hostel is the epicenter of adventures, the platform where encounters turn into stories, and where every experience becomes an unforgettable memory for our travelers."
OUR MISSION:
"To be the best intercultural experience for modern travelers in Latin America sharing the richness of local flavor."
OUR VALUES:
1. We are hosts
Travelers are welcome to our home. Their good comments motivate us.
2. We commit and do
We accomplish our goals. These are ambitious, makeable, flexible, agile and measurable.
3. We are a great team
We achieve more as a united family. A good communication connects us.
4. We grow together
We promote and support the professional and personal development. Feedback helps us to grow.
5. We live in values
Respect, friendship, loyalty, perseverance and tolerance are the most important values we promote. We are upright in everything we do.
6. We provide quality
Excellence, consistency and attention to details are the pillars of our success.
7. We innovate us
We are constantly improving. Technology drives us.
OUR HISTORY
The idea of creating Pariwana was born in 2008 when three Peruvian entrepreneurs with international experience in various fields (hospitality, tourism, marketing, and finance) identified a market opportunity: the rise of young travelers in Peru and worldwide. This opportunity created space for developing a hostel chain that would offer young travelers a high-quality experience with a strong local flavor.
In July 2009, Pariwana opened its first location in Lima with fewer than 80 beds, and three months later, it launched operations in Cusco with approximately 100 beds. Year after year, the company continued to grow, increasing the number of available beds and improving standards and processes. In March 2019, it opened its third location in Santiago, Chile, becoming the first Peruvian hostel chain to operate abroad. With this new operation, Pariwana now offers more than 500 beds.
From the beginning, the strategy was clear: Deliver Quality. To achieve this, Pariwana focused on three pillars: continuous improvement, talent development, and innovation. Thanks to its commitment to quality, Pariwana has successfully differentiated itself from competitors and stood out in the market, earning international recognition.
Today, Pariwana continues to explore growth opportunities within the region, aiming to become the leading hostel chain in Latin America.
What’s “PARIWANA”?
Pariwana is the Quechua name (native language of the Andes) given to the Andean flamingo. This bird, like the young traveler, travels throughout South America, crossing beaches, mountains and the jungle of countries such as Peru, Chile, Argentina and Bolivia.