YHAI has a global reach encompassing some of the highest peaks in the world, to the sparkling islands of the deep oceans.
YHAI is an associate member and part of the world's largest youth accommodation network - Hostelling International, U.K. - since 1952, which has a boundless network in 90 countries and more than 4,000 youth hostels spanning the planet. The members of YHAI are eligible to stay in any youth hostel, in any of the associate countries.
In India, YHAI has a network of more than 95 Youth Hostels, starting from Leh Ladakh to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It includes both partnered accommodations under the Licensee Youth Hostels scheme and hostels under the direct administration of YHAI. A property/hotel can enter into an agreement with YHAI and become a Licensee Youth Hostel (LYH) after meeting the basic hygiene and safety standards mentioned by YHAI, including price - as this is an organization focused on providing budgeted and convenient accommodation to travelers with limited means.
YHAI regularly monitors and reviews the performance of all its hostels to maintain their standards and confirm viability. The hostels majorly provide rooms and dormitories that suit individual, group and family stays.
National Office
The headquarter of the association, located in the National Capital - New Delhi.
23 State Branches
Spread across the country to serve members from every region.
300+ District Units
Ensuring appropriate and convenient services and smooth operations.
Year-Round Calendar
Adventure activities, camps and events organized by the National Office and State Branches.
Member Network
YHAI has a member network of more than 2,00,000 people in the country and has exceeded 1,00,000 Lifetime members. The membership is classified into the following categories:
- Lifetime Membership
- Senior Membership - for 1 year or 2 years
- YHAI–IYTC Co-Branded Membership
- Junior Membership - for 1 year
- Institutional Membership - for 1 year & 5 years
