Summer of adventure

A wide selection of affordable options available this summer 

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Pack your bags and get ready for a summer adventure

From rugged coastlines to stunning National Parks — a YHA stay offers access to some of the most beautiful locations in England and Wales. 

There is always plenty to do, come rain or shine, with accessible beaches and hiking trails right outside your hostel, as well as games to keep kids entertained into the evenings. With great value accommodation, cafés to fuel your adventures — serving our kids eat for £1 offer and self-catering options to keep costs down, we’ve got everything you need for a summer getaway.  

We have a range of accommodation available with beds in shared rooms, private rooms, Camping & Cabins and Exclusive Hire.

Special offers

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Save 10% when you book early

The early bird catches the best holiday deals! If you book a bed in a shared room, private room or book a Camping & Cabins stay more than 90 days in advance, we’ll give you 10% off.

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YHA members save 10%

Members save 10% when they book to stay at one of our hostels, only when booking directly either online, over the phone or in-hostel.

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Up to 20% off with hot deals

We’ve got rooms available in stunning locations to tempt you into the great outdoors. Save up to 20% with YHA hot deals.

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Bed in a shared room from £15 per night

We’re offering dorm rooms in some fantastic places. Book a great value UK stay today.

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YHA Bath

  • Café

  • Contactless payments

  • Free on-street parking

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YHA Ennerdale

  • Free parking on premises

  • Garden/grounds

  • Self-catering kitchen

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YHA Hawkshead

  • Large garden/grounds

  • Free parking on premises

  • Self-catering kitchen

YHA Whitby hostel next to Whitby Abbey ruins

YHA Whitby

  • WiFi

  • Garden/grounds

  • Free parking on premises

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YHA York

  • WiFi

  • Restaurant

  • Free parking on premises

Private rooms from £40 per night

For a great value getaway in a stunning location, book one of our private rooms.

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Cornwall

With beautiful beaches, legendary castles, pretty harbour towns and world heritage sites, there's nowhere in the world quite like Cornwall.

Places to stay in Cornwall

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Lake District

Home to England's largest mountain, its deepest lake and now a World Heritage Site, the Lake District is the perfect holiday destination for families and activity seekers looking to explore.

Places to stay in the Lake District

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Sussex

The county of Sussex covers both coast and countryside. From traditional homes and beautiful beaches, to rolling moorlands and vibrant nightlife, Sussex has the best of both worlds. 

Places to stay in Sussex

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Peak District

With some of England's finest walking, climbing and caving terrain, the Peak District is a haven for those with a taste for the outdoors.

Places to stay in the Peak District

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Wales

Rugged coastlines and mountainous national parks, Wales has got it all. Packed full with Celtic culture, great nightlife and stunning scenery. 

Places to stay in Wales

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London

One of the world's most historical cities, London has something for everyone: from arts and culture to fine foods and entertainment.

Places to stay in London

Sunny beach at Blackpool sands near Dartmouth in Devon

Devon

A county of coastlines, countryside and two National Parks, Devon should be high on any holidayer's hitlist. 

Places to stay in Devon

Hadrians Wall in Northumberland

Northumberland

With some stunning unspoilt coastline, awe-inspiring historical castles and some of the most beautiful dark skies that the UK has to offer, Northumberland is the perfect holiday destination.

Places to stay in Northumberland

YHA Camping & Cabins from £50 per night

Enjoy a night under the stars with a glamping stay or bring your own tent from £10

Tipi at YHA Windermere

Tipis

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Landpods

YHA Ninebanks chalet

Chalets

Wooden cabin in the hostel grounds

Cabins and deluxe cabins

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Premium bell tents

YHA Truleigh Hill safari tent

Safari tents

YHA Manorbier Camping Pods

Camping pods and
deluxe camping pods

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Airstreams

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Camping

Hire the whole hostel from £300 per night

Spread out, enjoy some space, take the entire place.

We have some top properties available on YHA Exclusive Hire this season. Coastal cottages, manor houses, country lodges… take a look at all these incredible places.

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Why our guests love YHA

Best price guaranteed

If you book direct through YHA, you’re guaranteed the lowest price

Amazing locations

From countryside to city, you can't beat our locations

Supporting a charity

Every booking helps us create more adventures for young people