Auberge de jeunesse de Malmedy

What Auberge de jeunesse de Malmedy does

Auberge de jeunesse de Malmedy is a property within Les Auberges de Jeunesse ASBL, a Belgian non-profit (Association Sans But Lucratif, company number BE0406.568.273) that operates a network of 10 youth hostels across Brussels and Wallonia, with an 11th (BX Downtown) opening in Brussels in September 2025. The Malmedy hostel is located in the Belgian Ardennes as a gateway to the High Fens (Hoge Venen) nature reserve and offers 14 rooms with 2 to 10 beds each, totaling 83 beds, oriented toward nature, hiking, and cycling tourism. The parent network is affiliated with Hostelling International (HI), a global federation of more than 2,650 hostels in 60 countries.

The core product is budget accommodation — shared dormitory and private rooms with bed, soft sheets, and breakfast included — augmented by ancillary services: lockers and towels for rent or purchase, catering and bar services, room rental for meetings/seminars/teambuilding, group activity stays, and an annual Hostelling International membership card providing 10% network-wide discounts. The underlying technology stack is modest: a proprietary website (lesaubergesdejeunesse.be) with secure online booking and card payment processing, Google Analytics for site performance, and Google AJAX Search for search functionality. Certifications include Green Key (environmental) and Access-i (accessibility).

The business model is non-profit accommodation services priced per night in euros with all taxes included, distributed via direct website booking, walk-in customers, the HI global booking platform, and dedicated group-booking handling for 10+ persons (50% deposit, written confirmation). Customer segments span individual travelers, families, school groups, sports clubs, corporate groups, and non-profit associations, with preferential rates for youth organizations. Marketing relies on the website, email newsletter, HI network referrals, and community/cultural events. The organization reinvests revenues into facilities and community projects rather than distributing profits.

Name

Auberge de jeunesse de Malmedy

Legal name

Les Auberges de Jeunesse ASBL

Website

https://lesaubergesdejeunesse.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1933

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Auberge de jeunesse de Malmedy is a Belgian non-profit youth hostel in the Ardennes, operated by Les Auberges de Jeunesse ASBL, offering 83 beds across 14 rooms to individual travelers, families, school groups, and sports clubs seeking affordable accommodation near the High Fens nature reserve.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Hostel Accommodation

NAICS

Rooming and Boarding Houses, Dormitories, and Workers' Camps (72131), Other Traveler Accommodation (72119)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Student & Youth Hostels (Youth Organization/HI-style) (THAGAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Traditional Dormitory Hostels (THAGAGAA), Private-Room & Boutique Hostels (THAGAGAB)

Keywords

• Youth hostel accommodation
• Budget lodging services
• Group stay packages
• Event room rental
• Hostelling international membership

Headquarters

HQ city

Malmedy, Belgique

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Accommodation services: Overnight stays in shared dormitories or private rooms. Prices include bed, soft sheets, and breakfast. Lockers available for rent or purchase at reception.
2. Catering and bar services: Restaurant and bar services offering breakfast, evening meals, and drinks. Subject to reservation.
3. Group activities and stays: Stays with activities, room rental for meetings, seminars, workshops, teambuilding, and evening events.
4. Membership fees: Annual membership card offering -10% discount on stays and exclusive benefits throughout the Hostelling International network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Auberge de jeunesse de Malmedy is a youth hostel in the Belgian Ardennes offering 83 beds across 14 rooms of 2 to 10 beds each, situated as a gateway to the High Fens (Hoge Venen) nature reserve. It provides affordable overnight stays with bed, soft sheets, and breakfast included, complemented by communal areas, catering and bar services, room rental for events, and group stays with optional organized activities such as hiking, cycling, and sports. The hostel is part of the Les Auberges de Jeunesse ASBL network and offers Hostelling International membership benefits.

Product overview

Les Auberges de Jeunesse operates as a network of 10-11 youth hostels across Belgium offering affordable accommodation with shared and private rooms for solo travelers, families, and groups. The portfolio includes core accommodation services (individual stays, group stays with or without activities), room rental for events, and catering/bar services. New additions include the BX Downtown Hostel (222 beds) and its Half & Half restaurant-bar concept opening in Brussels September 2025. Additional offerings include Hostelling International membership cards providing network-wide discounts. The organization holds Green Key environmental certification and Access-i accessibility certification for inclusive tourism.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Individual Overnight Stay Overnight accommodation for individual travelers, couples, and families in shared dormitories (2 to 10 beds per room) or private rooms. Price includes the bed, soft sheets, and breakfast. Towels and padlocks are available at reception for rent or purchase. The Malmedy hostel offers 83 beds across 14 rooms.
• Group Stay (10+ people) Coordinated accommodation packages for groups of 10 or more people, including schools, non-profit organizations, sports clubs, families, and friend groups. Includes a designated group manager for booking supervision, preferential rates for youth groups and non-profits, and a 50% deposit with written confirmation.
• Group Stay with Activities Group stay package that bundles accommodation with organized activities (sports walks, cultural events, adventure programs). Targets schools, sports clubs, families, and corporate groups seeking an end-to-end experience.
• Room Rental for Events Rental of event spaces at hostel locations for meetings, seminars, workshops, teambuilding, and evening events. Targeted at companies, associations, and groups needing unique, non-traditional venues.
• Catering and Bar Services Home-cooked meals with healthy ingredients, including breakfast and evening meals, plus bar services in the evenings. Available subject to reservation at the hostel.
• Hostelling International Membership Card Annual membership card offering a 10% discount on stays at Les Auberges de Jeunesse hostels, exclusive partner benefits, and discounts throughout the Hostelling International network of 2,650+ hostels in 60 countries.

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Hostelling International (HI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal federation of non-profit youth hostels bringing together over 2,650 hostels in more than 60 countries. Provides international network benefits, global community access, and -10% discount for members staying at partner hostels.
• Green KeycoreOthersInternational eco-label certification for tourism accommodations demonstrating commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.
• BelRefugeesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBrussels-based citizen platform dedicated to welcoming and supporting migrants. Youth hostels donate equipment (mattresses, chairs) and organize solidarity collections for clothing and hygiene products.
• Wallonie DestinationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional tourism promotion partnership supporting visibility of Walloon hostels.
• Toerisme WalloniëminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWalloon tourism board partnership for regional promotion.
• Fédération Wallonie-BruxellesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial federation partnership for French-speaking Brussels and Wallonia region.
• be.brusselsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrussels tourism promotion partnership.
• Access-iminorOthersAccessibility certification for tourism, promoting inclusive travel for people with disabilities.
• ArdenneminorGTM or Marketing PartnerArdennes region tourism partnership.
• Bienvenue Velo / Bike FriendlyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCycling tourism certifications promoting bike-friendly accommodations.
• WYSE TravelminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWorld Youth and Student Travel Network partnership for youth travel promotion.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Meininger Hotels: Hybrid hotel-hostel brand across European cities combining private rooms and multi-bed dormitories at budget price points. Directly comparable product mix and target customer (budget travelers, school and sports groups) to the Belgian network.
• Wombat's Hostels: European hostel chain with locations in Germany, Austria, Hungary and the UK. Comparable as a multi-city youth hostel brand targeting backpackers and school/sports groups with dormitories, private rooms and on-site social spaces.
• Plus Hostels: European hostel brand with properties in Barcelona, Berlin, Florence and Prague. Comparable multi-city youth hostel operator targeting backpackers and school/sport groups with dorms, private rooms and social spaces.
• A&O Hostels: Pan-European budget hostel chain operating in major cities across Germany, Austria and beyond. Directly comparable as a multi-property budget hostel network serving backpackers, school groups and families with shared dorms and private rooms.
• St Christopher's Inns: UK- and Western-Europe-based hostel brand focused on backpackers, with attached bars and group booking infrastructure. Comparable operating model to Les Auberges de Jeunesse in serving youth and group travelers across multiple European cities.
• Clink Hostels: London-based hostel brand with multiple properties offering dorms, private rooms and on-site bars. Comparable as a youth hostel operator serving backpackers and groups in major urban destinations across Europe.
• Generator Hostels: Design-led European hostel brand with properties in cities including Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris and Barcelona. Closely comparable to Les Auberges de Jeunesse in offering shared and private rooms, on-site bar/restaurant, and group stays in urban locations.

Broad incumbents

• HI USA: US Hostelling International affiliate operating dozens of youth hostels across North America. Comparable as a non-profit HI member organization running a multi-property youth hostel network with shared dormitories and group programming.
• Youth Hostels Association (YHA) England & Wales: Long-established UK non-profit youth hostel network and HI affiliate with a broad property portfolio. Comparable as a sister non-profit hostel federation within the Hostelling International ecosystem targeting youth travelers, schools and families.
• Deutsches Jugendherbergswerk (DJH): German national non-profit youth hostel association with hundreds of properties. Comparable as a large-scale HI-affiliated non-profit hostel network serving youth travelers, school groups and families across a single country.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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