Coliving is no longer just for backpackers with MacBooks. What began as a niche experiment for digital nomads in the 2010s, has grown into an $8 billion global industry.

Today it takes many forms, from flexible housing solutions by VC-backed giants like Habyt, to micro-apartments by hotel brands like Zoku, to bootstrapped projects run out of villas and castles.‍‍

The concept is simple: private rooms with shared spaces and amenities. One operator manages everything (maintenance, community, and daily needs), so guests can focus on work and connection.

For small hotel owners, coliving is a way to:
▪️ Smooth out seasonality by filling low-demand periods
▪️ Attract mid-term stays with the right mix of convenience and community
▪️ Diversify revenue without major renovations

You don’t need to go all in. Start by dedicating a few rooms or pivoting in the off-season. Add what hotels often lack: a real kitchen, a reliable workspace, and inviting communal areas.

Then test demand. From seasonal brand-switches to “hotel within a hotel” models, coliving can build resilience and unlock new market segments.

Looking for inspiration?
We mapped 80 leading independent spaces across 22 countries, from Alpine chalets to jungle villas.