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


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.


Can couples stay in hostels in Europe?

The answer is yes! Many hostels offer private rooms with double beds or twin beds that can be pushed together to create a double bed. Couples can enjoy a private space while still being able to take advantage of the social atmosphere of a hostel.


What is the age limit for youth hostels in Germany?

The original type of hostel, the Youth Hostel, is aimed at younger travellers and large school groups, and many often have an age limit – you have to be under-25 to stay in one. Most Youth Hostels offer basic, shared accommodation, with large dorms, shared bathrooms and lockers to keep your belongings in.


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 13 year old go in a hostel?

Can you stay in a hostel with kids? Yes, you can, many hostels today have private family rooms but a few “party” hostels do still only take guests over 18 years old.


Do Youth Hostels still exist?

Across the YHA network, we have over 700 youth hostels in around 600 cities.


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.


Can I book 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 you stay in a hostel at 17 France?

The minimum age for staying in our hostels, without being accompanied by adults, is 17 years old, on the sole condition that a parental authorisation is produced before the start of the stay and at the latest on the day of arrival, together with a photocopy of one of the parents' identity documents.


Is 36 too old to stay in a hostel?

If you are wondering if you are too old to stay in a hostel, you are not. There's this funny thing I've noticed about aging: the older I get, the less I care what people think. If you had asked me if I would still stay in hostel dorm rooms in my thirties when I was 24, I probably would have told you I would not.


Can you stay at a hostel at any age?

Truth: Hostels are generally open to people of all ages, and I've never been turned away for being beyond my 20s. Do I feel “old” when I stay at hostels? Sometimes, yes. But I've rarely been the only person over 40 staying at one, and I frequently meet travelers in their 50s and 60s who are staying in hostels.


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.