Our Mission
The North American Hostel Association (NAHA) leads a mission to share knowledge and connect people, while advocating for and empowering member hostel operators in North America, thereby fostering their business interests and advancing the overall hostel industry through dedicated resources, advocacy, and collaboration.
Our Goals
NAHA brings hostel operators together and give the opportunity to socialize and network. as we grow our Collective bargaining and advocacy will only grow stronger, giving us the ability to negotiate benefits for hostels and Organize bulk Purchasing and discounts. We are most excited about our organizing an annual gathering of Hostel operators.
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Virtual Meetup
3rd Thursday of every month
Next Meetup:July 17th. 11 am ST
Get on a virtual meetup via Zoom video call with other Hostel Mangers and owners, and talk about a set of topics planned in advance that can benefit everyone and the. current issues that we are all finding challenging.
Free for NAHA Members.
The 2025 Annual Hostel conference in Mexico was a Huge Success!
The Conference Included all
of the Following Plus More!
An Experienced Board of Directors Eager to Share with you
Jim Kennett
NW Portland Hostel
Portland, Oregon, US
Jim has been developing and operating hostels for 45 years. He developed four hostels in Oregon and has consulted in the development of many across the US. Jim served for 15 years on the national board for HI-USA, representing the private hostels within the network. He and his wife Britta currently own and operate the Northwest Portland Hostel, which has received a number of awards.
Matias Frank
Che Hostels
Mexico
Matías built a solid professional career in the technology sector, working for well-known companies such as IBM and EXCLE, where he gained experience in systems and management. With a vision to offer an affordable and welcoming space for travelers, Matías founded CHE HOSTELS, which quickly became a popular choice among backpackers and tourists in various cities across Mexico.
Alfie McKenzie
HI Whistler
Whistler, BC, Canada
Since starting out as a hostel volunteer in Europe, Alfie has since worked in 9 different hostels across 4 different countries. His obsession with the hostel life has lead him all the way to Whistler, BC in Canada where he now lives, works and shreds!
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