Winter adventures

Feel the magic this season — book a private room, shared room or hire the whole hostel

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Introduction

Bring warmth to your winter with a cosy getaway

Tis’ the season of snow-kissed holly, regal robins and maroon berries nestled in native trees. As our landscapes become decorated with frost, now is the perfect time to explore England and Wales by booking a festive stay.

Be wowed this winter with our variety of accommodation in enchanting locations. Explore rugged mountains in the countryside, watch wild waves on a coastal break or embrace the festive atmosphere in a city. Whether you’d like to rest up in a private room in a grand manor house, rent out an entire hostel with a sea view or make new friends in a shared room — there are plenty of options to choose from.

Special offers

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Winter deals

Get 20% off with our winter deals

Join us for a great value winter experience. Make the most of this magical season with 20% off stays at selected hostels.

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Hot deals

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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Member deals

YHA members save 10%

Members save 10% when they book to stay at one of our 150+ hostels, only when booking directly either online, over the phone or in-hostel.

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Private rooms

Private rooms from £30 per night

No matter if you’re travelling solo or with the family, there are various room sizes available for affordable stays.

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Exclusive Hire

YHA Exclusive Hire from £250 per night

Whether you want to create special family memories or get away with friends, take the entire place with YHA Exclusive Hire.

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Castles

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Farmhouses

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Hostels

Exclusive Hire types

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Mansions

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Lodges

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Cottages

Exclusive Hire types

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Barns

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Chalets

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Dog-friendly properties

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Staying with YHA

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Member discount

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Locations

Amazing locations

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

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