Hostelling International Membership Explained

Hostelling International USA is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to helping all people, especially the young, gain a greater understanding of the world and its people through travel. 

Membership is only $28US/year (FREE if you are under 18) and provides you with a wide range of awesome benefits, at home AND while you travel, including:

• Access to more than 4,000 hostels in over 80 countries worldwide.
• Access to nearly 70 hostel locations in the United States.
• Savings up to 70% on international phone calls, free e-mail access, voicemail and travel information through eKit.
• HI-USA members now get basic international travel insurance coverage and discounts on optional upgrades
• Worldwide access to commission-free currency exchange.
• A free second night stay offer at participating HI-USA hostels.  
• Discounts on Trek America - Valid for bookings made directly with TrekAmerica, HI offer must be mentioned at time of booking and can not be used in conjunction with any other promotional discount. This offer is valid only for the Hostelling International member.
• A free directory of all U.S. hostels, upon request.
• Discounts available across the USA.
• Worldwide discounts in restaurants, retail stores, and attractions and more.
• An online newsletter, HI-USA Travelbytes, emphasizing travel tips.
• Access to programs and activities at local hostels and councils (local chapters).

Membership Types and Costs:

For ways to join and to learn about membership types and prices click here.

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