Portree Youth Hostel, The Isle of Skye
Opened on 6th March 2015 the Portree youth hostel is located in the heart of the capital of Skye, and one of the most famous destinations in Scotland. The bus station, town square, galleries, shops and restaurants are only a couple of minutes' away.
Offering modern accommodation the hostel is in an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts or those wishing to explore the beautiful Isle of Skye. With a mix of private en-suite rooms and dormitory accommodation there's something to suit both independent travellers, families and groups.
The youth hostel also offers a small dining and lounge area with limited self-catering facilities and there are plenty of local restaurants only a few minutes away.
Go on your very own adventure exploring the island and come back to comfortable accommodation for a good night's sleep.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Cultural hub for Skye
Aros - Skye's Heritage Centre
Visit the Old Man of Storr
Mesmerising Dark Skies
Gateway to the Outer Hebrides
Lochranza Youth Hostel, The Isle of Arran
As winner of the prestigious Green Tourism Business Goldstar Award 2011, Lochranza Youth Hostel is ranked as one of the UK’s top ten greenest businesses.
The hostel offers excellent budget and group accommodation (4 star) but is also family friendly with private en-suite rooms, a spacious self-catering kitchen and laundry service available.
Recently renovated the hostel is situated on the banks of Loch Ranza, opposite a 13th-century ruined castle in beautiful countryside. The hostel is also located on the Cock of Arran trail, which provides a beautifully scenic low level trek. The youth hostel garden is a great spot to watch wildlife, including red deer, red squirrel, grey seals, otters and golden eagles.
A nearby distillery is arguably the best in Scotland, and uses the smooth water that trickles into the glen. Arran has many other activities on offer including off-road biking, pony-trekking, fishing, golfing and watersports. The hostel benefits from a great bus connection and the bus stop is only 5 minutes walk away.
Dogs are now welcome at Lochranza for a small fee when guests book a private room. All dogs must be booked in advance to ensure that a dog friendly room is allocated.
Top 5 reasons to visit
The sunset over Lochranza Castle
Treat yourself at Arran Aromatics!
Top walking, cycling & mountain biking
Abundant Marine and wildlife
Visit Brodick Castle & Country Park
Oban Youth Hostel, ‘Gateway to the Inner Hebrides’
Oban Youth Hostel is a beautiful Victorian building recently refurbished to 5 Star Standard and is the only 5 Star SYHA youth hostel outside Edinburgh. Sitting on the sea front you get views over the Firth of Lorne and to the Inner Hebrides.
The hostel offers a choice of two buildings – the original Victorian building or modern lodge to the rear, both offering excellent budget accommodation.
The hostel offers traditional multi-share accommodation and private rooms, all with en suite. Eating options include two superb self-catering kitchens but meals are also available in the beautiful Raasay Dining Room.
A secret gem at Oban Youth Hostel is the self-contained flat which sleeps up to 8 people and is ideal for families and small groups.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Ideal base for outdoor activities
Abundance of marine and wildlife
Great location for family holidays
Central location to tour Argyll & Kintyre
Gateway to the islands of the Inner Hebrides
Loch Ossian Youth Hostel, Rannoch Moor
Loch Ossian Youth Hostel is a small, homely eco youth hostel, situated on the banks of Loch Ossian, in the Outdoor Capital of the UK, with exquisite views. Our eco hostel has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen but no fridge. Perishables can be kept cool in the north-facing washrooms or in the loch! Drying is available on two overhead racks and boot stands by the fire.
Although there are no showers, the washrooms have hot water and towels are available for hire or purchase. Loch Ossian has a small shop with 'Beyond the Beaten Track' ready meals, a range of snacking essentials, postcards and sundries, such as midge repellent! At Loch Ossian Youth Hostel the staff are very proud of the eco-hostel status. Electricity is provided by a wind turbine, composting toilets are used and a reed bed is used to soak away for grey water.
Accommodation at Loch Ossian is only available in multi-share but groups and families do have the option of booking a dorm room for exclusive use. Children and families are most welcome at Loch Ossian Youth Hostel and there is a range of games and activities for families at the hostel.
In extreme weather the youth hostel normally remains open during the day. Loch Ossian Youth Hostel is an excellent base for hillwalkers, as it is surrounded by Munros. Indeed, located in the remote wilderness of Rannoch Moor, this hostel is only accessible by bike, on foot, or by rail, with Corrour railway station (West Highlands Glasgow to Fort William line) a 20 minute walk away along a well-made track.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Outstanding eco-hostel
One of our most remote locations
Fantastic mountain & low-level walks
Superb undisturbed wildlife
For inspiration and ideas of things to do in The Outdoor Capital of the UK – Fort William and Lochaber – got to: outdoorcapital.co.uk/
Glen Affric Youth Hostel, Scottish Highlands
Glen Affric Youth Hostel is a unique and remote youth hostel in a wide river valley surrounded by high mountains. Situated 8 miles from the nearest road, this Eco-Hostel offers an unforgettable experience. A former stalking bothy on the Glen Affric Estate it is a haven for walkers, nature lovers and those seeking solitude.
On the doorstep are 15 Munro hills and good tracks through the valleys for both walking and mountain biking. The youth hostel is only accessible on foot or by mountain bike, and you need to allow at least 3-4 hours for the walk in.
The location is very special and it is the closest you will get to an Alpine Hut in Scotland. A great experience awaits those who are prepared to make the effort to visit.
There aren’t even any signs, so a good map, compass, torch and appropriate clothing are essential. The weather can change in an instant and streams can become difficult to cross after heavy rain.
Accommodation is multi-share or in one of the two private rooms.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Relax and unwind in a tranquil location
A wealth of wildlife to watch
Surrounded by spectacular mountains
Stay in an eco-friendly hostel
Ideal base for walkers & mountain bikers
Central Youth Hostel, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is located in the heart of Scotland's capital, offering 5 star budget accommodation with 271 beds. This busy youth hostel offers a range of multi-share and private rooms, all en-suite. Premium rooms are also available, taking hostelling to a new level with TV and coffee making facilities. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is also an ideal location for those looking for group accommodation in Edinburgh.
The youth hostel has a self-catering kitchen and dining room. Our licensed cafe, Haddington Place, offers tea, coffee and cake as well as snacks and meals throughout the day. Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is ideal for individuals, groups or families looking for quality, budget accommodation.
Just 10 minutes on foot from Waverley Railway Station and the bus station, Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel is within walking distance of Edinburgh's main attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the National Museum of Scotland, Dynamic Earth and the Scottish Parliament. Our accommodation is a short walk from Edinburgh Playhouse and the Omni Centre. This holstel is a great place to stay when looking for accommodation during the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe Festival.
Torridon Youth Hostel, North Western Highlands
Torridon Youth Hostel is purpose built and offers modern, practical facilities for outdoor enthusiasts and visiting groups looking for budget accommodation. There is a spacious self-catering kitchen, two large panoramic lounges, a drying room and a good range of multi-shared rooms and private/family rooms.
The Torridon area is a magnificent corner of the North Western Highlands. Walkers are spoilt for choice here with numerous hills, coastal trails, historic passes and hidden glens to explore. For the best advice ask our youth hostel staff who will be happy to share their local knowledge with you. The local Mountain Rescue Team also has their base at the youth hostel.
Other local activities include clay pigeon shooting, archery, kayaking and bike hire (from Torridon Activities) and for those interested in activity holidays our Classic Torridon Munros, An Teallach and Further Torridon Munros walking holidays are based here as well as our Winter Skills courses.
Dogs are welcome at Torridon Youth Hostel when guests book a private room. A small fee will be charged. All dogs must be booked in advance to ensure that a dog friendly room is allocated.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Excellent for hillwalkers & climbers
A haven for wildlife
Amazing scenery
Hidden corner of the NW Highlands
Enjoy great company
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel, Caigngorm National Park
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel is an old Scottish shooting lodge offering stunning views of the Northern Corries...
Situated in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, seven miles from Aviemore and just two miles from the Cairngorm mountain funicular and snowsports area, this youth hostel provides an ideal base for year-round activities, including hillwalking, climbing, snowsports, mountain biking, pony trekking, watersports and fishing.
This 72-bed youth hostel provides great facilities including a good range of multi-share and private rooms, a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, cycle store, drying room, internet and Wi-Fi access. Cooked breakfasts, packed lunches and full evening meals are also available.
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel is popular with outdoor enthusiasts, families and groups looking for budget accommodation.
Most activities take place on the Rothiemurchus Estate, a fabulous area with many easy paths through the Caledonian Pine forest. The Loch Morlich Watersports Centre and a large beach are opposite the youth hostel and many of our activity holidays are based here. For something different visit the Reindeer Centre, where you can learn and feed these friendly free roaming animals.
Dogs are welcome at Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel when guests book a private room. A small fee will be charged. All dogs must be booked in advance to ensure that a dog friendly room is allocated.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Closest accommodation to Cairngorm Mountain
Skiing, hiking, biking & water sports on our doorstep
Cairngorm Mountain Range contains 5 of Scotland's 6 highest mountains
Area is home to a quarter of Britain's protected species
Located in the heart of Cairngorm National Park - Britain's largest National Park
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel, Fort William
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel is the largest and longest established youth hostel in the Glen Nevis/Fort William area. Hosting hill walkers, climbers and backpackers at the foot of Britain's Highest Mountain since 1933, it has a proven track record of providing quality budget accommodation for individuals, families and groups wishing to visit the Lochaber area.
The youth hostel boasts a superb newly refurbished kitchen and lounge, making it the cosiest place to relax with friends or family. Glen Nevis Youth Hostel maintains a spacious and always toasty boot and drying room for wet weather gear. The hostel offers full catering for those who prefer to take the hassle out of getting a meal ready after a long day on the hills and also has a great selection of beers and wines. With spacious bathrooms, accommodation for groups, families and independent travellers from around the world, Glen Nevis Youth Hostel is never without a great atmosphere and you are sure to make a friend or two.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Ben Nevis: Britain's Highest Mountain
Fort William and Lochaber: The Outdoor Capital of the UK
Jacobite Steam Train from Harry Potter
Nevis Range Mountain Centre - Gondola, skiing & Mountain Biking
Ben Nevis Distillery
Glencoe Youth Hostel, Scottish Highlands
Glencoe Youth Hostel is ideally located away from the main A82 in the quiet countryside of Glencoe, surrounded by fields and trees with stunning view of the hills. The youth hostel is popular with walkers, climbers and families as it offers budget multi-share accommodation but also private family friendly rooms. Glencoe Youth Hostel has a large open plan kitchen/ dining room with ample cooking facilities and dining tables. According to one of our customers, Glencoe Youth Hostel has one of the best drying rooms in the Scottish Highlands!
You’ll find here everything a hosteller could wish for: great showers, comfy beds, a stunning location and most important of all, dedicated staff, for whom customers ‘come as strangers but leave as friends’. Glencoe Youth Hostel is perfect if you are attempting a historic walk up the Lost Valley or tackling Britain's finest ridge walk, the Aonach Eagach (which ends at the youth hostel). Glencoe Youth Hostel is also only a 10min walk or stumble from the infamous Clachaig Inn.
Dogs are welcome at Gelncoe when guests book a private room. A small fee will be charged. All dogs must be booked in advance to ensure that a dog friendly room is allocated.
Top 5 reasons to visit
Famous 300yr old Clachaig Inn
Fort William and Lochaber – The Outdoor capital of the UK
Ice Factor (indoor ice & rock climbing), Kinlochleven
NTS Visitor and Ranger centre
Dragon Tooth Golf Course (discount for SYHA members)
SYHA Hostelling Scotland is a self-funding charity operating a network of nearly 70 exceptional youth and affiliate hostels for the benefit of all those wishing to learn and experience what Scotland has to offer.
