Hostín

Hostín is a toponym used in the Czech Republic for several municipalities and villages. The name appears in more than one locality across different regions, each functioning as an independent municipality or as part of a larger town. Because of this shared name, references to Hostín typically specify the district or region to avoid confusion.

Most places named Hostín are small rural communities with populations of a few hundred to about a thousand residents. They are governed as municipalities with local councils and may consist of a single village or a small cluster of hamlets. Common features include a parish church or chapel, a local municipal office, and agricultural activity in surrounding countryside.

Architectural and cultural landscapes in Hostín settlements often reflect traditional Central European styles, with farmhouses, stone or brick churches, and preserved village layouts. The local economy is typically linked to agriculture, small businesses, and services for residents of the surrounding region.

Etymology of the name is not definitively established; it is generally thought to derive from Slavic roots associated with hospitality, hosting, or historical inns that served travelers along rural routes.

Historical records for places named Hostín usually begin in the medieval period, reflecting the long-standing pattern of village organization in Bohemia and Moravia.

Because multiple places share the name, disambiguation is necessary when referring to Hostín; specifying the region or district helps identify the exact locality. See also nearby toponyms with similar roots, which are distinct places.