About the YHA

The Youth Hostels Association runs 222 accommodation sites across England and Wales, 87 of which are in a National Park, and provides over 2 million overnight stays for members and guests each year.

www.yha.org.uk

The YHA (Youth Hostels Association) accommodation has changed considerably over the years, but the one thing that has remained is the distinctive character of each location.  Stay in a mansion, a castle, a thatched cottage or a modern purpose built Youth Hostel, and you’ll find that the beauty of YHA is that no two hostels are the same.

Renting a Youth Hostel offers unbeatable value for money. The "Escape to…" scheme offers you exclusive use of the Youth Hostel. It is the perfect opportunity to plan a family get together or a group holiday.

YHA offers an excellent full meals service at many of their hostels. Some hostels also have self-catering kitchens which are fully equipped with all you’ll need to do your own cooking.  Most hostels will also have a sitting area, drying room and cycle store.

YHA Hartington © YHA (England and Wales) Ltd

You don’t need to be a member of the YHA to stay at a Youth Hostel, but members pay a discounted rate so it could be cheaper for you or your group in the long term to become a member. Membership details can be found on the YHA website at www.yha.org.uk/yha-membership/

YHA Lizard © YHA (England and Wales) Ltd

There are a variety of different types of accommodation, see below for some examples of follow this link to find out more - Click here

Youth Hostels

The classic brand of accommodation – bunks in shared rooms are available at all locations.  And for those travelling on a tight budget, buying a YHA bed for the night remains one of the cheapest ways of getting to see and stay safely in some of the best locations in England and Wales.  The YHA also offer private, en-suite and family rooms in many of their properties.  Laundered bed linen, pillows, duvet and blankets are provided free of charge for you to make up your bed.

YHA London St Pancras © YHA (England and Wales) Ltd

Camping Barns

There are more than 30 Camping Barns in the YHA network, owned and operated by farmers in fantastic rural locations.  Known as ‘stone tents’, they provide great value, basic accommodation and are also terrific fun.  From only £6 per person per night. 

Camping

Campers can take advantage of more than 30 superb YHA properties by pitching their tents in the grounds.  Those who stay are welcome tho use the facilities in the building.  Prices per person per night equate to half the normal adult overnight rate at that site and start at just £7 per person per night.

Bunkhouses

YHA Bunkhouses provide a great budget option offering accommodation in specatular locations at value-for-money prices.  Som e are extremely well equipped, offering private en-suite rooms while others are dormitory-style iwth bunk beds.  Most are self catering and must be booked in advance.  Prices start at £10 per person per night.