Introduction
Make space for the moments that matter
YHA is so much more than a place to stay. We're your family's launchpad for 'remember when' moments.
From wild swims and woodland hikes to city culture and campfire stories, YHA is where shared adventures come alive. Whether you're glamping in the hills or exploring castles with the kids, we're here for the giggles, the games, the muddy boots and the magic in between.
Our family favourite hostels
Adventure-packed and pocket-friendly. Here are some handpicked deals for summer 2025 and your next memorable escape.
YHA Boggle Hole
Whitby, North Yorkshire
2 nights (Friday to Sunday)
2 adults, up to 4 children
Private room
From £350
YHA Hawkshead
Ambleside, Cumbria
2 nights (Friday to Sunday)
2 adults, up to 3 children
Premium bell tent
From £200
YHA Hartington Hall
Hartington, Derbyshire
2 nights (Friday to Sunday)
2 adults, up to 2 children
Landpod
From £200
YHA York
York, North Yorkshire
3 nights (Friday to Sunday)
2 adults, up to 3 children
Private room
From £350
YHA Broad Haven
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
3 nights (Friday to Sunday)
2 adults, up to 3 children
Private room
From £390
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Special offers
Save 20% with hot deals
We've got rooms available in stunning locations to tempt you into the great outdoors. Save from 20% with YHA hot deals.
Save 25% with member deals
As a member, you can enjoy exclusive offers at selected hostels. Book your next getaway with our member-only deals today.
Kids eat for £1
Feed the whole family for less. Under 10s can enjoy a tasty meal for just £1 when someone else orders an unlimited breakfast for £9.95 or a main meal for £6 or more.
Reason to stay with YHA
Why book your break with YHA?
Accommodation options
Kick back and relax with the space and privacy your family needs, or choose from Airstreams to safari tents and Landpods to bell tents. Get closer to nature in comfort and style.
Whatever type of stay you prefer, you won’t have to bring or change your own bedding!
Private rooms
Want some privacy? Private rooms typically include a storage cupboard for each bed (secured by a padlock if needed), a reading light and a wash basin.
En-suite private rooms
Enjoy your own space with your family, friends or by yourself with a private en-suite room.
Camping & Cabins
Keep the feeling of being closer to nature with a few more home comforts in a Landpod, camping pod, bell tent, Airstream and more.
Hire the entire place
Book the whole hostel at over 100 amazing locations, from cottages to lodges and cabins to mansions.
Accessible rooms
Many of our hostels offer accessible rooms, suitable for wheelchair users and guests with mobility impairments.
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Things to do with your family
There’s no such thing as a boring day on a YHA holiday. From discovering hidden waterfalls and trying out paddleboarding, to tucking into ice cream in seaside towns, the adventure’s just outside your door with fabulous locations across England and Wales.
Beale Park
Beale Park's the place to be with fun, adventure, animals, gardens, play and activities on the banks of the lovely River Thames.
Bekonscot Model Village
There's 1.5 acres of miniature marvels, exciting railways, model towns, landscapes and intriguing secret corners to discover at this model village.
Blue Planet Aquarium
One of The Best Aquariums with Europe's Largest Collection of Sharks. The Aquarium Offers Plenty Of Marine Life To Marvel at, including themed areas, rock pools, the famous shark tunnel and the...
Climbing in London
Vertical Chill is a unique climbing centre where the wall is housed inside a refrigerated unit and is named the Ice Wall, giving you a taste of real ice climbing indoors. Eight metres in height, the...
Conkers
A unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences to keep the family entertained. Don't miss the Enchanted Forest Play area. Enjoy the great outdoors with all the family at Conkers. There are 120 acres...
Eden Camp Museum
A modern history themed museum in the grounds of an original WWII prisoner of war camp.
Fort Victoria Country Park
One of the best vantage points for watching boats, the park has an aquarium & a reptilarium, history of the Sea museum, model railway, and observatory & planetarium. Visit the Fort's website
Go Ape Forest of Dean
High wire fun in the forest – climb rope ladders, zip wire through the trees and tackle high wire rope bridges. As well as Treetop Challenge and Forest Segways at Go Ape Mallards Pike, Treetop...
Heights of Abraham
Rising from the valley floor, the cable cars give you stunning views of the Derwent Valley and surrounding Peak District.
JORVIK Viking Festival
The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcome return of the JORVIK Viking Festival! Separate fact from fiction at a Viking banquet or witness a live...
Lakes Aquarium
Watch otters swim from the underwater tunnel, stroll through the tropical rainforest and explore the seashore discovery zone.
Machination Visitor Centre
The only permanent exhibition of contemporary Automata in the UK. The interactive models move with a variety of fascinating mechanisms.
Monkey World
160 rescued and endangered apes and monkeys including chimps and orangutans. Talks throughout the day and Great Ape play area for kids. Visit the website
National Centre for Birds of Prey
Set in the ancient woodlands of Duncombe Park, the centre houses the largest collections of birds of prey in the north of England with daily flying displays and winter owl evenings.
National Marine Aquarium
Journey through the oceans of the world from the local shoreline to the deep Atlantic. Visit the NMA website
National Showcaves Centre for Wales
Visit the largest show caves in Western Europe with breathtaking limestone formations built up over thousands of years. Explore the Dan-yr-Ogof cave. Walk behind the 40ft waterfall in the Cathedral...
Odds Farm Park
For a cool mixture of fun, play and education, Odds Farm is the ideal outing - essential adventure for kids of all ages!
Owl Centre
In a thoughtfully designed, tranquil setting, you'll be greeted by 'Numpy' a Giant Milky Eagle Owl. A real beak to nose experience!
Priory Maze & Gardens
One of the most enchanting gardens in Norfolk, with a challenging maze. Experience peaceful relaxation in natural gardens of woodland, water and meadow. Visit the Priory Maze website
Redline Indoor Karting
Try one of the fastest growing adrenaline sports in the world. Bring your friends along and challenge them to a race!
Why families love YHA
Bring your pooch along
Don’t leave your four-legged explorer behind! Many of our YHA Camping & Cabins sites welcome dogs – free if you’re pitching up your own tent or just £10 per dog, per night in our cabin or glamping options. Most YHA Exclusive Hire properties are dog-friendly too, so your pup can join in on the tail-wagging fun.
Cook up a storm
One great thing that sets YHA apart from hotels is the wonderful self-catering facilities which make budget family breaks even more affordable. Whether you are hiring the whole place, staying in a private room or dorm, camping or glamping, self-catering is a great option if you don’t want to eat out or have special dietary requirements.