Do You Have To Be 18 To Stay In A Youth Hostel?
Young people under the age of 18 will usually need to provide permission from a legal guardian if they wish to stay unaccompanied in a hostel. Families with young children or groups of minors will usually stay in a private room rather than a shared room.
Can 17 year olds stay in hostels?
"Children aged 5-16 can only stay when accompanied by a parent, guardian or as part of an organised group and when staying in shared accomodation the parent or guardian must be of the same sex." So on that basis it looks like 17 year olds can stay by themselves.
youth hostels that permit 17 year olds? sort of urgent - London Forum
Can a 15 year old stay in a hostel alone?
The answer is almost always no, because most hotels require an adult to be present at check-in time.
Can a 15 year old stay in a hotel room alone if their parents booked it?
Do you have to be 18 to stay at a backpackers?
Guests under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or teacher for the duration of their Stay. There is no upper age limit, however, please be aware that You may be assigned a top bunk based on the current availability.
Terms and Conditions – Choice Backpackers Hostel
How old do you have to be to stay at a youth hostel?
While most hostels don't have any age restrictions, there may be some hostels that are unsuitable for young children or guests with disabilities. It is always good to check beforehand by viewing the relevant hostel page on the YHA website. You must be 16 or over to stay in YHA accommodation without an adult.
Common and frequently asked questions about our hostels