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Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite

Helmsdale

Situated in Helmsdale and with Dunrobin Castle reachable within 26 km, Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi...

李讴的全息宇宙
From
China
The manager Maria and the volunteer are super hostpitable and patient to my bad English. I was so lucky to own the whole 4- bed room as I was the only guest booking that room. The location is just aside the main road A 9 which is quite convenient to start off for a cyclist. I was told the hostel used to be a school, so you may find the dining room, living room and bed rooms are quite spacious and roofs are high.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Price from
US$123.12
1 night, 2 adults

Acheninver Hostel

Achiltibuie

Situated in Achiltibuie, Acheninver Hostel has a garden, BBQ facilities and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy sea views. All rooms in the hostel are fitted with a kettle.

J
Jana - Mart
From
South Africa
Everything! Wish I could have stayed longer - Ruth is a very friendly host - the hostel is located almost on the beach, the views is amazing and rooms very clean and comfortable. Bathrooms are very clean and even get towels. Kitchen is well equipped and dinning room is very cozy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 587 reviews
Price from
US$163.72
1 night, 2 adults

Great Glen Hostel

Spean Bridge

Comfortable Accommodation: Great Glen Hostel in Spean Bridge offers family rooms with private bathrooms, carpeted floors, and garden, lake, and mountain views. Each room includes a shower.

J
Jonathan
From
Sweden
Staff were incredible, communicative! Cozy place, beautiful nature, gorgeous experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,353 reviews
Price from
US$106.09
1 night, 2 adults

Bazpackers

Inverness City Centre, Inverness

Bazpackers is well situated in Inverness, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

T
Thorstein
From
Norway
Great sleeping pods, lockable storage, clean bathroom and close to free MC parking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,267 reviews
Price from
US$270.73
1 night, 2 adults

Hartfield House Hostel

Applecross

Hartfield House Hostel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Applecross. Free private parking is available on site.

J
Jan
From
Germany
Welcoming Staff, the spacy bicycle shed, the drying room so my kit could dry up, and the location close to Applecross pass which I tackled the next day. Nice Place to stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,805 reviews
Price from
US$76.62
1 night, 2 adults

Glen Nevis Youth Hostel

Fort William

Situated at the foot of Ben Nevis, the long-established Glen Nevis Youth Hostel is just 3 miles from the large town of Fort William.

M
Mila
From
Ukraine
Nice picturesque view around. It's raining so we can't sit outside but I had a wish to do it. I liked kitchen with stove and free tea / coffee.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,288 reviews
Price from
US$98.89
1 night, 2 adults

Morag's Lodge

Fort Augustus

Just a few minutes’ walk from Fort Augustus on the edge of Loch Ness, this award-winning lodge offers four-star hostel accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free parking on site.

m
maria felice pasqualina
From
Italy
morag's lodge is a fantastic place both for its location and for the welcoming and relaxed atmosphere of the common areas
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,571 reviews
Price from
US$79.24
1 night, 2 adults

Aviemore Youth Hostel

Aviemore

Surrounded by woodland, Aviemore Youth Hostel is situated on the boundary of the Cairngorm National Park and a short walk from Aviemore town centre, offering an ideal location for outdoor activities.

A
Ana
From
Portugal
It was definitely a place to choose if you want to be in Cairngorms/Aviemore. Not so far from the train station and the center, it has a good relation quality/price, rounded by nature. I was in a room for six, clean, and with a lot of space. In fact, also the rooms to spend time reading, playing, be with the others are spacious and awesome, with large windows to the nature.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,045 reviews
Price from
US$96.27
1 night, 2 adults

Inverness Youth Hostel

Inverness City Centre, Inverness

Just 10 minutes’ walk from Inverness Rail Station, Inverness Youth Hostel offers free private parking and bicycle storage. Eastgate shopping centre is a 10-minute walk from this hostel.

H
Hana Červeňová
From
Slovakia
This was the second time I was accommodated here. I like the level of accommodation Inverness Youth Hostel provides. Will use their sevice next time as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,955 reviews
Price from
US$92.34
1 night, 2 adults

Blacksmiths Bunkhouse

Fort William

Located in Fort William, 6 km from Glen Nevis, Blacksmiths Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

R
Rama
From
United Kingdom
Excellent staff worth prize and rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
Price from
US$166.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$75.09
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,267 reviews
I had a wonderful stay at Bazpackers! The comfortable bunk bed ensured a good night's sleep, and the clean kitchen was a delight to use. The hostel's proximity to the train station made it easy to get around. But what really made my stay special was the wonderful host lady, who went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. One suggestion I do have is to implement a code system for the dorms
Guest review by
Ruth Nyemudzai
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$97.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 996 reviews
The hostel has a huge kitchen/common room that has tons of facilities (eg. for cooking). The staff are kind and helpful, and the hostel is at a great location.
Guest review by
Sander
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$70.07
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,955 reviews
Everything you'd expect from a youth hostel. Bunk beds with a light each and charging point. Tv room with comfy chairs. Lockers for your stuff. Good location near supermarket, high st and train station. Kitchen was ample size for everyone to use.
Guest review by
Belle_78
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews
Good communication from the host. Nice quiet location. Cheap stay.
Guest review by
gsac44
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$114.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,495 reviews
This is Hostel. Basic. Good for one-two nights stay during trip at Sky . Personel is very nice, friendly and helpful. Room was clean enough to stay safe:) SO as bathroom. Heater was working properly so room was worm a while after we switch it on. Of course everything probably need solid renew but ...considering prices we seen around was worth money we spend.
Guest review by
Marek
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 587 reviews
This was the best hostel. It's really beautiful. The place is magical. The hostel is well equiped you can get a towl for free even (not in other hostels). The manager is kind and easy going. You have nice beach straight under the hostel. It's cozy so there is nice environment to meet with the other visitors.
Guest review by
Víta
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 733 reviews
Great location and value. Thanks to Adrian for sorting out my accommodation when I was wrongly placed in the FEMALE dormitory! The staff here are excellent!
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Iain
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$91.68
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,601 reviews
Cheap hostel in a great location, comfortable beds.
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Eliza
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$97.58
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,288 reviews
Incredibly well equipped and clean Youth Hostel, with very helpful staff, ideally situated.
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Christine
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$92.99
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 881 reviews
EAsy to find. Had a room to myself, clean and basic, and dogs were welcomed. James was very facilitating - accepting my bicycle which I posted. The kitchen was well stocked - though I didn't avail myself of breakfast - it was very basic - cereal, toast, spreads and lots of them. It is a backpackers hostel and that's exactly what it's like.
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Terri
Solo traveller