Can 17 year olds stay in hostels?


Can 17 year olds stay in hostels? While we have no age limit, most travelers under the age of 18 are required to be traveling with a parent, legal guardian, or leader of an organized group in order to stay at our hostels.


Do hostels require ID?

Yes, most hostels will require you to show a photo identification upon arrival. In doubt you can check with the hostel before your stay.


What is the age limit for hostels in the UK?

While most hostels don't have age restrictions, some sites may be unsuitable for young children or guests with disabilities. It is always good to check beforehand by viewing the relevant hostel page. You must be 16 or over to stay in YHA accommodation without an adult.


Can a 16 year old stay in a hostel alone?

Unaccompanied minors are generally not accepted in youth hostels. Nevertheless, some establishments may allow unaccompanied minors between the ages of 16 and 18 to stay alone in their Youth Hostel provided they have a parental permission along with a copy of the legal guardian's valid ID or passport.


Do you have to be 18 to stay in a hostel in Europe?

Most hostels require that guests be at least 18 years old or they must be accompanied by a parent/guardian/chaperone. With the exception of the Bavarian region of Germany, there are no upper age restrictions at most hostels.


Where can 17 year olds stay?

Small independent hotels: Smaller hotels, motels, inns, and hostels, especially in remote areas, may sometimes make exceptions to check in solo 16-17 year olds at their own discretion. But parental permission may still be required.


Can you stay in a hotel abroad at 17?

Around the world, hotels impose a minimum age of 18 years old if you travel alone. This tends to apply almost universally outside the United States, as the minimum drinking age is 18 in most countries.


Can two 17 year olds stay in a hotel alone UK?

The law requires that anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. Furthermore, they would need to ask their parent/guardian for permission and provide proof of identity before booking themselves into any hotel room. I'm 17 years old.


How old do you have to be to sleep in a hostel?

Some hostels have age restrictions. In most countries, 18 years old is the minimum age to book accommodation as the primary guest (secondary guests can be younger than 18 if the primary guest is older than 18).


Can I stay in a hostel in my 30s?

Don't be embarrassed If you're in your 30s, you may well be one of the older people in the hostel – and that's cool! You may find yourself apologising for being older or hiding your age but you should be proud of it.