Become a YHA member
Join today and enjoy savings on every stay
With a large network of hostels, YHA offers unique and affordable accommodation in incredible locations across England and Wales. So why limit yourself to just one adventure? As a YHA member, you’ll get 10% off every stay, plus exclusive discounts on top outdoor brands.
By becoming a YHA member you're also supporting a charity working to ensure everybody has the opportunity to connect to nature, heritage and the great outdoors – for the first time and a lifetime.
Members are at the heart of our 95-year-strong movement, strengthening our voice and shaping our future. Join today and help us keep exploring, supporting and opening up a world of possibilities together.
Why join YHA?
- Enjoy 10% off every booking including pre-booked breakfast
- Receive exclusive offers just for members
- Savings on top outdoor brands every time you shop
- Discounted stays at over 2,500 hostels worldwide with automatic Hostelling International membership
- Support our charity working to ensure everybody has the opportunity to connect to nature, heritage and the great outdoors
Become a member
Become a YHA member
About our YHA Memberships
Find out more about our memberships and which would suit you.
Adult membership
If you're ages 26+ our adult membership lets you enjoy savings on every stay, as well as other great benefits.
Youth membership
Are you aged 16–25 and love to travel, explore new places, and meet like-minded people? YHA youth membership is for you!
Life membership
Life membership is for any age! Life membership with YHA is more than a title – it’s a lifelong commitment to adventure, community, and giving back.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Do you have a question about YHA membership and which option is best for you?
Some of our partner benefits
Ordnance Survey
30% off an annual subscription to OS Maps Premium.
ACAI Outdoorwear
15% off outdoor clothing and accessories at ACAI Outdoorwear.
Blacks
15% off outdoor clothing, equipment and more at Blacks.
Cotswold Outdoor
15% off full-priced items with a Cotswold Outdoor Explore More membership.
Millets
15% off outdoor clothing, footwear and equipment at Millets.
Runners Need
15% off the perfect running kit with a Runners Need Explore More membership.
Snow+Rock
15% off uncompromised kit with a Snow+Rock Explore More membership.
Ultimate Outdoors
15% off outdoor clothing, footwear and equipment at Ultimate Outdoors.
Go Ape
10% off outdoor adventures with Go Ape (all activities and locations, excluding Saturdays).
Go Outdoors
Extra 10% off the discount card price at Go Outdoors (full-priced items, excluding bikes).
Hostelling across the globe
Joining from outside the UK?
If you live outside the UK, you cannot purchase YHA membership online. We recommend that you buy Hostelling International membership instead, recognised at 2,500 hostels worldwide, or buy membership in your home country before you travel. You can then enter your membership number at the checkout when making a booking to apply the discount.