What is the age limit for youth hostels in Europe?

What is the age limit for youth hostels 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 you have your own room in a youth hostel?

While most HI USA hostels do have private rooms, staying in a shared dorm is your best bet if you want to meet other travelers and make your travel budget go further.

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 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.

Do hostels need passports?

It's common for hostels (and even hotels) in Europe and South America to ask for your passport as this is a standard way to gather someone's ID (as opposed to different national licenses and the like). In the US, I have never been asked to show by passport at a hotel (never stayed at a hostel), license always sufficed.

Can couples stay in hostels?

Can couples sleep together in hostels? 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.

Do Youth Hostels still exist?

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

Can adults use youth hostels?

The fun places are probably populated almost entirely by the young crowd. The HI hostels are probably reliably ok, but sometimes way outside the center of the city. In San Francisco, CA there are several HI hostels and people of all ages can be found there.

Can older people stay in hostels in Europe?

If you're alive, you're young enough to hostel just about anywhere in Europe (hostels with age cutoffs are rare). Yes, the bulk of the hosteling crowd is 18 to 26 years old — but every year there are more seniors and families hosteling.

Do hostels check age?

While most properties do not impose any age restriction, this is not always the case, particularly in those which have a bar on the premises or are specifically tailored for the 'youth' market.

What is the average age of people who stay in hostels?

The typical hostel-goer tends to skew on the younger side. The average age is probably somewhere between 18 and 25, although you'll definitely find travelers much older than that as well! I have even witnessed full families with young children staying in hostels.

Is 29 too old to go travelling?

All it takes is a just little more effort and planning for any 30+ year old to fit traveling in their lives. And when they do, they'll find that it's a way better experience than traveling in their 20s.

Can 40 year olds stay in hostels?

Truth: Hostels are generally open to people of all ages, and I've never been turned away for being beyond my 20s.

Is 40 too old to go backpacking?

There's no birthday you'll have that will signify it's time to retire your backpack and switch to being a regular old tourist. You could be 20 when that happens. You might be 60. There are entire families out there who are still backpacking.

Can you stay in a hostel as a family?

The traditional hostel may be described as not a fitting place for kids. Most people think that hostels have little to no privacy and not enough space but that isn't always true. Staying in hostels as a family is great especially if you're on a tight budget because it is very inexpensive.

What is the difference between a hotel and a youth hostel?

A hostel is styled like a college dormitory. Multiple people share a room and also have shared bathrooms and showers. Unlike hotels, hostels may only have a few people on staff and fewer amenities. A hostel is popular among single travelers or young people who are looking to save money on lodging.

Is 40 too old to travel?

You are never too old to travel. You just have to know your limits. Once you have seen a doctor, got your check up, and made some decisions, then there is one more thing you really MUST DO. Take out Travel Insurance.