You won’t be left disappointed when you book your youth group stay with YHA.
With accommodation in enviable locations throughout England and Wales, your young explorers will have access to all the space they need for outdoor adventures.
Our great locations, friendly staff, comprehensive facilities and low prices are all part of why groups keep coming back to us year on year.
Plus, our flexible options mean that if you want a self-led break or for YHA staff to provide all activities (or just some!), fancy self-catering or would rather sit back and relax while we provide breakfast, packed lunches and evening meals, we can offer you a residential that is tailored to suit the needs and budget of your group.
To ensure your residential is just right, we recommend that you talk through the options available with our groups specialists who can arrange a free hostel pre-visit or a phone call at a time to suit you.
What you need to know
- Breakfast, packed lunch and evening meals available
- All bedding is provided and towels are available to hire
- Dedicated group leader bedrooms
- Classrooms and breakout areas
- Laundry and drying rooms
Ways to stay with YHA
Self-led stays
Do your own thing with a self-led stay.
You'll be allocated private bedrooms close together with all bedding. Upgrades are available for sole use of an area/floor or the entire place.
You'll have access to communal spaces such as dining areas. Staff will be on hand to serve meals and set up meeting rooms.
Self-led stays with activity bolt-ons
Take your own space with some planned activities for the downtime in the day.
You'll be allocated private bedrooms close together with all bedding. Upgrades are available for sole use of an area/floor or the entire place.
You'll have access to communal spaces such as dining areas. Staff will be on hand to serve meals, set up meeting rooms and coordinate activities.
Activity packages
Offering activities such as archery, conservation and team building, our packages bring real adventures to your stay. Accommodation, catering and activities are all included at an affordable price.
Let YHA take care of your stay with our group booking service. You'll be allocated private bedrooms close together with all bedding. Upgrades are available for sole use of an area/floor or the entire place.
Why youth groups love YHA
Flexible approach
Our groups specialists will work with you to create a break that’s tailored to your needs
Free planning visits
Group leaders can conduct a free site visit before their stay to support planning and risk assessments
Affordable pricing
Book a low-cost group stay and we'll reserve availability for up to 3 weeks while you pay the 20% deposit
Safety and security
We work with the DBS and NSPCC on our safeguarding practices for children and many hostels offer secure key card access
Activities and packages
You can bolt on adventurous activities with our expert partners or engaging team building activities with us
Young people pay less
As part of our commitment to young people, we offer a reduced price for group bookings that include guests aged under 26
Amazing locations
Whether you choose a countryside, city or seaside hostel, you just can't beat our unique locations
Supporting a charity
Every booking helps us create more adventures for young people
All the facilities and services your group needs
Whether your group is hiking, cycling, climbing, running or spending the day in the water, our hostels make the perfect base. Our facilities help you to make the most of your adventure.
Shared spaces
Bedrooms are just the start at our hostels. As well as a comfy place to rest your head plus shower and toilet facilities, we offer communal lounges, games rooms, dining spaces, gardens, parking and more.
Meeting rooms and classrooms
Need a private space for your next event, class or workshop? We have flexible meeting spaces and classrooms at many of our hostels so you can get your group together for a shared activity.
Catering for groups
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to enjoy on their trip with YHA. Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Activity packages
Offering activities such as archery, conservation and team building, our packages bring real adventures to your stay. Accommodation, catering and activities are all included at an affordable price. Bolt-ons are available too!
Special offers
10% off group bookings for Scouts, Guides and DofE groups
Access to the outdoors is important. That's why we offer 10% off group accommodation and pre-booked meals for Guides, Scouts and Duke of Edinburgh Award groups.
25% off winter residentials for self-led groups
Take your students on an adventure this winter with 25% off midweek stays for self-led groups of more than 15 people in winter 2024/25 and 2025/26.
15% off Exclusive Hire stays for young persons’ organised groups
Take the entire place for less on your next group getaway. Young persons’ organised groups get 15% off Exclusive Hire accommodation when booking directly through YHA.