Accommodation for large groups in South Wales
South Wales is home to the vibrant city of Cardiff, as well as the rolling hills and mountains of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park and the ever-popular Forest of Dean.
We’ve put together the best accommodation in South Wales for every group and every occasion. From school groups to sports clubs, get-togethers with friends to big family meetups. Take a look…
YHA group accommodation in South Wales
YHA Brecon Beacons
Brecon, Powys
- Number of beds: 41
- Group catering: Full board
YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt
Brecon, Powys
- Number of beds: 39
- Group catering: Full board
YHA Broad Haven
Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire
- Number of beds: 76
- Group catering: Full board
- Meeting rooms: 1
YHA Manorbier
nr Tenby, Pembrokeshire
- Number of beds: 68
- Group catering: Full board
- Meeting rooms: 1
Ways to stay with YHA
Serviced group stay
Groups of more than 15 people
Let YHA take care of your stay with our group booking service. You'll be allocated private bedrooms close together with all bedding. Upgrades are available for sole use of an area/floor or the entire place.
Exclusive Hire
Groups of all sizes
Hire the whole hostel, cottage or house at over 100 amazing locations. With YHA Exclusive Hire, you'll get the entire place to yourself and the hostel won't be staffed. Many properties also welcome dogs!
Individual stay
Groups of up to 15 people
Think you know our hostels? You may be surprised by the range of locations and accommodation on offer. We have dorm rooms, private rooms, en-suites plus camping and glamping options.
How to make a group booking
1. Choose your location
From Lake Windermere to Central London, we've got locations to suit every group. If you're not sure, our team can help you decide.
2. Plan your accommodation
You'll be allocated private rooms close together or can upgrade to sole use. Numbers don't need to be exact, but an idea of how many beds you'll need is a good starting point.
3. Consider catering options
Let us take care of the cooking with our group catering options. Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering.
4. Discover our activities
Did you know YHA offers activities such as archery, conservation and team building? Our residential packages include accommodation, catering and activities.
5. Contact our groups specialists
From your first enquiry right up to saying goodbye at check-out, our friendly groups specialists will make sure you have everything you need. Simply contact our groups team.
Ready to make a group booking?
Making a booking with YHA is easy! For groups of more than 15 people, simply contact our experienced groups advisers. They'll support you with every aspect of planning your visit from meals, activities and meeting rooms to risk assessments and funding options.
Why groups love South Wales
South Wales is home to bustling cities, rolling green landscapes, ancient woodland and plenty of rich history. No matter if you prefer coastal hikes or cosy nights, we've got you covered.
School groups won’t run short of educational activities here. National Museum Cardiff is Wales' largest museum, with artworks dating back over five centuries. There's a vast art collection, one of Britain's best collections of Impressionist paintings, natural history collections and touring exhibitions – plenty of opportunity to learn and explore.
Top attractions in South Wales for groups
Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park Visitor Centre
Visit Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park Visitor Centre where a team of friendly and knowledgeable information officers are on hand all year round to help you make the most of your...
Brecon Cathedral
Because of its location it's thought that the Norman Priory might have been built on the site of an older, possibly Celtic, church.
Brecon Mountain Railway
Travel in an all-weather observation coach behind a vintage steam locomotive through beautiful scenery into the Brecon Beacons. The journey takes you into the Brecon Beacons National Park, through...
Cardigan town
Discover a vibrant culture, ideally located to explore the fabulous land and seascapes of the Teifi Valley and Cardigan Bay. Visit the Visit Cardigan website
Chepstow Museum
Explore the rich and varied past of this ancient town, once an important port and market centre.
Climbing in Gower
Climb and scramble to your hearts content and enjoy the spectacular views from this beautiful part of the country. Check out the UK Climbing website for routes
Dryad Bushcraft
Dryad Bushcraft is dedicated to providing the highest standard of Wilderness Bushcraft training. As well as teaching traditional skills and crafts we also have our finger on the pulse with regards to...
Inspire2Adventure
Exciting adventure in the forest - try Inspire2Adventure's Guided Open Canoe Expeditions, Gorge Scrambling Experience, Rock climbing and Abseiling and more!
Machination Visitor Centre
The only permanent exhibition of contemporary Automata in the UK. The interactive models move with a variety of fascinating mechanisms.
Manorbier Castle
In a splendid setting overlooking a beautiful unspoilt beach, families will love to explore Manorbier Castle. Visit the Castle website
Monmouth Canoe Hire
Just downstream from a small set of rapids, marking the start of a beautiful section of the Wye, there's 100 miles of canoe-able river.
Nantyffin Cider Mill Inn
At the foot of the Black Mountains, on the A40 between Crickhowell and Brecon, is this award winning Inn. Visit the Inn website
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Brecon Beacon walks
For big climbs, vast views and unspoilt wilderness, try this two-day hostel-to-hostel walk in the Brecon Beacons. Nothing quite prepares you for the drama of the Brecon Beacons; not the photographs and not the...
Glamping in Pembrokeshire
For an incredible glamping holiday in Wales, destinations don’t come much better than Pembrokeshire. With amazing beaches, miles of incredible walking paths, and gorgeous towns and villages to explore, there’s so much to...
Minister praises YHA Brecon Beacon’s commitment to making greener and more accessible stays
Sarah Murphy, Welsh Minister for Social Partnership, has praised our commitment to accessibility and environmental and financial sustainability during a visit to