Ready to enjoy your next trip is a unique and pleasant way? Join the YHAI youth hostel membership and book online. This article shares the complete details you need to know about Youth Hostels in India.
The Indian Government has built Youth hostels for the convenience of the youngsters travelling all across the country. The youth mostly looks for accommodation in the affordable range. YHAI India has taken the initiative to provide youth hostels to such people. The Youth hostel booking is available online. This article covers all the details about YHAI India, youth hostel membership, and the online booking process.
YHAI Youth Hostel – Membership & Booking Guide
The process of building the Youth hostels in India had started before 1947. In 1952, the Youth Hostels Association of India received the Associate membership of the International Youth Hostel Federation.
The first Youth hostel was in Jagjit Nagar near Kasauli, and in 1961 more hostels were built, and then the process of building youth hostels continued. The Youth Hostels Association of India organizes more than 70 programs. Also, YHAI India has more than 96 hostels spread across the country.
The main objective behind building the youth hostels was to provide safe accommodations to young tourists travelling individually and in groups. The accommodation is available at an affordable price.
How to Get YHAI Youth Hostel Membership Online
Youth hostel membership helps in availing the discounts and other benefits for youth hostel booking. Follow the below-given steps to apply for youth hostel membership online:
- Visit the Youth Hostel Association of India’s official website (https://www.yhaindia.org/).
- On the home page, you will see the option for memberships in the navigation bar. Bring the mouse over it to see more options.
- Now, you can see various Youth Hostel Membership options to apply. You can click on each link to see the fees, validity, and other membership details. For individual membership, click on the ‘Apply for Membership’ link.
- The individual membership form is now in front of you. Fill in all the details like membership type, name, address, identity card, and contact details.
- After filling in all the details, upload your passport-size photograph, residence proof, and signature. After uploading the documents, check the ‘I Accept’ and ‘I’m not a robot’ boxes, and click on the ‘Proceed to Next Step’ button at the bottom of the individual youth hostel membership form.
- You will now see the payment window. Select the payment method and click on the ‘Pay’ button.
- Once your payment is complete, you will see the confirmation message on your screen.
- Finally, your youth hostel membership process is complete. Save your Membership ID for the future.
How to Book Youth Hostel Online
Follow the below-given steps for youth hostel booking from the YHAI India official website:
- Visit the YHAI official website (https://www.yhaindia.org/).
- On the homepage, you will see the hostels tab in the navigation bar. Bring the mouse over it to see more options.
- To book a Youth hostel online, click on the ‘Online Booking’ link.
- You will now see the quick reservation tab on the left side of the screen. Select the hostel near your place of visit from the ‘Select Property’ option. Now, select the check-in date, enter the number of nights of stay in the hostel, and click on the ‘Book Online’ button.
- The Youth hostel booking window for that particular hostel will now open. You can check the hostel address, facilities provided by the hostel, and its images.
- Now, fill in the youth hostel online booking form. Select your check-in and check-out dates and the room of your choice, and enter the guest details carefully.
- You can see the total payable amount. Check the box and click on the ‘Make Payment’ button.
- The pop-up showing the booking details is open on your screen for review. Check all the details and click on the ‘Continue’ button.
- The payment gateway window is now open. You can complete the payment through debit and credit cards.
- Finally, the Youth hostel online booking is complete, and you will receive your booking reference number.
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Contact Details of YHA India
For any query during Youth hostel booking, one can contact the YHAI head office or the regional offices. The contact details of the YHAI India head office are:
- Email ID – contact@yhaindia.org
- Contact – 01145-999000, 7827999000
You can find the contact details of the regional offices from the website link available in the ‘Important Links’ section of this article.
Important Links
YHA India Official Website | |
YHAI Contact Details | https://www.yhaindia.org//contact-yhai.html |
Youth Hostel Booking | https://yhaindia.org/online-booking.html |
Cancellation of Youth Hostel Booking | https://hotels.eglobe-solutions.com/yhaihotels/booking/mybookings |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Youth hostel membership charges for an individual?
For an individual, the Youth hostel membership charges, including the GST and online handling charges are classified as:
Junior (10 -18 years) – Rs.100 for 1 Year
Senior (above 18 years) – Rs.250 for 1 Year
Senior (above 18 years) – Rs.350 for 2 Years
Lifetime – Rs.2700
Can we cancel our Youth Hostel booking online? If yes, then which detail is needed to do so?
Yes, you can cancel your Youth hostel booking online from the online booking option under the hostel tab on the homepage. The booking reference number is needed to cancel the booking. You will receive the refund after deducting some per cent of the amount paid while booking the hostel.
Last Updated on September 15, 2022 by Vaibhav Tiwari