HI Membership and Discounts join Hostelling International Joining Hostelling International is an essential step in preparing for your trip. Your membership will give you access to safe, clean and welcoming hostels around the world. It will also help you explore the planet on a budget whether you're backpacking Europe or journeying through Asia! A Membership for Everyone To join Hostelling International in Canada, you must be a Canadian citizen or resident. If you are not a resident of Canada and would like to obtain an HI membership, just give us a call at 1.800.663.5777 and we will point you in the right direction.Hostelling International Canada offers four types of memberships: Member Discounts = Great Savings In addition to being a member of the world's largest association of travellers, your membership will entitle you to programs and services available only to members, such as preferred rates at our hostels. Aside from our terrific hostels, becoming a member will save you money! A membership will gain you access to thousands of travel-related goods and services, from savings on admission to attractions like museums, to discounts on restaurant meals or even bus transportation. Find out more ! When you are travelling, make sure you always ask at the hostel front desk about local discounts!