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Islesburgh House Hostel

Lerwick

Set in Lerwick, 600 metres from Bain's Beach, Islesburgh House Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

M
Maja
From
Slovenia
The whole building, new kitchen, cleanliness.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 985 reviews
Price from
US$74.07
1 night, 2 adults

The Dolphin Inn Hostel

Dunbar

The Dolphin Inn Hostel features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dunbar.

F
Fiona
From
New Zealand
Dolphin Inn is the best self-catering accomodation we have stayed in in our 4 weeks travelling Scotland. So clean, staff wonderful and the Inn has so much atmosphere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 627 reviews
Price from
US$116.40
1 night, 2 adults

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...

A
Anja
From
Belgium
Everything! Bright & spacey feel and at the same time, homely and cosy. Well organised, super kitchen. Very clean and above all a welcoming, caring place with eye for beauty, happiness and run with a warm soul.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Price from
US$124.34
1 night, 2 adults

Ballater Hostel

Ballater

Located in Ballater and within 18 km of Balmoral Castle, Ballater Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

H
Haenkmann
From
Germany
I enjoyed my stay very much. Very friendly staff and one of the nicest hostels I have visited so far.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
US$133.60
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.

D
Dawid
From
Poland
The house is very cozy and in a quiet peaceful location. There are cozy clean rooms, wifi, nice warm kitchen with coffee and tea for guests plus a nice place to make a fire outside. The place is also very clean. What I liked the most though was a very welcoming staff. Especially Ruth who helped me with everything that I needed and was very kind and genuine. She made me feel at home from the start. I wish I had more time to get to know the staff better. This hostel was my favourite in the highlands, perhaps in the whole UK :) I highly recommend to stay there and to book more days!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 587 reviews
Price from
US$165.34
1 night, 2 adults

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel

Port Charlotte

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel is offering accommodation in Port Charlotte. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The hostel has family rooms.

B
Bryan
From
Ireland
Comfortable bed, good breakfast, good facilities, secure bike storage, nice, helpful hosts, good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
Price from
US$155.09
1 night, 2 adults

Murray Library Hostel

Anstruther

Situated in Anstruther, a few steps from Billow Ness Beach, Murray Library Hostel features rooms with sea views and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from St Andrews Bay.

T
Tony
From
Djibouti
It was close to everything -food places and a great location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 685 reviews
Price from
US$113.10
1 night, 2 adults

New Town Hall Bunkhouse

Whithorn

New Town Hall Bunkhouse is offering accommodation in Whithorn. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

M
Moritz-Mathis
From
Germany
We stayed for a week and had plenty of time to explore the local museum (you have to do the roundhouse tour), the Isle of Whithorn, the cliffs with the singing seals, Wigtown, the beach at Garlieston... all on foot and by public bus. No mass tourism, everyone is super friendly and accommodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews
Price from
US$145.24
1 night, 2 adults

Newcastleton Bunkhouse

Newcastleton

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Newcastleton Bunkhouse is set in Newcastleton, 39 km from Thirlwall Castle and 39 km from Cumbria County Council.

p
paul
From
United Kingdom
Amazing place to stay on our cycling trip. Great bike storage and immaculate room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews
Price from
US$182.54
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
John
From
United Arab Emirates
Modern fittings in a historical building. Rooms and bathrooms were clean and modern. Nice hot showers. Great place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,353 reviews
Price from
US$107.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$70.77
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,958 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, 1,602 reviews
Cheap hostel in a great location, comfortable beds.
Guest review by
Eliza
People with friends
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 705 reviews
Convenient This is a youth hostel still many people the same age as me here, old generation. Had washing machines and drying room. Ideal for backpackers and cyclists. Quiet and comfortable Full kitchen facilities
Guest review by
Pam
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,719 reviews
Hostel has a great location right at The Royal Mile, so close to most attractions and to bus and train station. Personel is friendly and provides additional activities. They have towels inclided in price. It is a typical backpacker place with kitchen access. Place is not to big, but works fine for people on budget.
Guest review by
Katarzyna
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$207.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,905 reviews
Probably the best hostel I've ever stayed in! Wonderful people, great location, room was unbelievably comfortable, definitely going to stay in this hostel my next trip to Edinburgh!
Guest review by
Dariia
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$173.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,878 reviews
I haven't been in the common areas but I can say that it is one of the best hostels I've ever been. The room was spacious, steady bunk beds with comfortable beds and large locker (the hostel gives you its key). The toilets were spotless. I guess it helps that the people who stayed in the hostel at the time were very clean and responsible. I was amazed by the shower - it had a curtain inside so it protected the towel and clothes hanging on the door. It was genious!
Guest review by
Tania Patricia
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,552 reviews
I stay here often usually when I get a late flight and can’t get home the same night. Good value for money, cheap stay. I think my last stay was only unpleasant because of inconsiderate people in my room but that’s the nature of hostels.
Guest review by
Kate
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$247.22
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,889 reviews
Absolutely EVERYTHING! Best hostel I've ever stayed at hands down, would revisit again for sure! Great location, the hostel itself is clean, beautiful pods and nice bathrooms, the staff are awesome, and the general facilities were superb (I didn't realise that many hostels didn't have their own laundry facilities and/or were super pricy, this was like £6.50 for both washing and drying including detergent!). Can't recommend enough, thanks for the great stay! :-)
Guest review by
Dunja
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$216.27
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 4,088 reviews
it was an amazing stay, very clean and welcoming place and the staff is great ! It is slightly more pricy than the other youth hostel options I've seen, but I could find a woman's only small dormitory which was perfect for me :) Everything is well maintained and breakfast is good with gluten free options. Highly recommend !
Guest review by
marinelly
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$98.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,287 reviews
Great location and super clean hostel. While it was by no means cheap as far as hostels go it was in a truly beautiful location and immaculately clean. We were two adults and a 17 yo and we slept very comfortably in a four bunk room. I was also surprised at how comfy the bunk beds were. We arrived late and were lucky enough to grab last call for dinner at the bar/restaurant just 1/4 mile south of the hostel. Again, location location location.
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Erin
Group