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 meals
- Get at least 25% off hot deals and other special discounts 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
Annual (Direct Debit) YHA Membership
Paying by Direct Debit is the most convenient and cost-effective option, making sure you don’t miss out on all the benefits with automatic renewal each year.
£20 per year
What's included
- Welcome pack and membership card
- Enjoy 10% off every booking including pre-booked meals
- Get at least 25% off hot deals and other special discounts for members
- Be the first to know about upcoming special offers with priority notification 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
- Exclusive monthly member e-newsletter
- Automatically renews each year
Single Year YHA Membership
A single-year YHA membership lets you enjoy all the fantastic benefits for up to 12 months at a time. Your gateway to adventure in the UK and across the world!
£25 per year
What's included
- Welcome pack and membership card
- Enjoy 10% off every booking including pre-booked meals
- Get at least 25% off hot deals and other special discounts for members
- Be the first to know about upcoming special offers with priority notification 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
- Exclusive monthly member e-newsletter
- Lasts for one year
Life YHA Membership
Life membership truly lasts a lifetime – enjoy all the benefits of YHA membership with a single one-off fee while supporting our charitable mission.
£500
What's included
- Exclusive life member welcome pack, membership card and pin badge
- Lifetime discount – enjoy 10% off every booking including pre-booked meals
- Get at least 25% off hot deals and other special discounts for members
- Be the first to know about upcoming special offers with priority notification 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
- Exclusive monthly member e-newsletter
- Lasts a lifetime
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).
Railcard
10% off 16-25, Family & Friends, Two Together or Senior one-year railcards.
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.