International youth hostel membership gives travellers access to the worldwide youth hostel network and, depending on the country and offer, additional member benefits. Membership is not restricted to a particular age group.

Apply for a Youth Hostel Membership Card

Anyone with their primary residence in Austria can apply for the card online through our umbrella organization, the Salzburg Youth Hostel Association (Salzburger Jugendherbergswerk), or purchase it in person at a designated service point.

Membership is not restricted by age and offers more than just a comfortable bed: you become part of a vast international family where you can exchange experiences and make friends with people from all over the world.

How to become a member?

To use the Austrian Youth Hostels you need a membership-card. For more details please contact your local youth hostel association or

have a look at www.hihostels.com

You also can buy Welcome Stamps and collect those on a Hostelling International Card. These Stamps can be bought in all hostels - one stamp for one night. With 6 Stamps you have a vaild card for 1 year.

Cost and validity

Membership fees vary according to age or type of membership. Families, groups, schools, and clubs can take advantage of their own membership options. You can find the current fees and terms of validity in the overview below.
Person Price in €
to 15 years gratis
from 16 years up to and including 26 years 15,00
from 27 years 25,00
Groups, schools, clubs 25,00
Families* 25,00
* Families: Married couples and civil unions - only one person has to pay (same home address required). Partner and children (15 years and under) receive free own membership cards upon request.

The international youth hostel card is valid until the end of the calendar year.

All prices reduced by € 5.00 if you are member of one of our member organizations.

Part of an international network

The Salzburg Youth Hostel Association is part of the Austrian Youth Hostel Association and the international hostel network. Membership thus connects travelers with youth hostels in Austria and many other countries.