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Our top choices for Scottish Highlands hostels

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a hanging knife rack.

1. Torridon Youth Hostel

Torridon Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Achnasheen
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Great budget friendly stay"
United Kingdom
Cameron
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Torridon Youth Hostel
A stone building with a stone wall in the foreground, a stone wall in the background, and a mountain in the distance.

2. Kindrogan House

Kindrogan House
1.0 star property
Blairgowrie
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Good place to stay and enjoy nature."
United States
Josefina
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Kindrogan House
A sign for Morag's Lodge, a Scottish hostel with a rustic building and a pond in the foreground.

3. Morag's Lodge - Hostel

Morag's Lodge - Hostel
4.0 star property
Fort Augustus
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (87 reviews)
"Basic hostel type accommodation. Clean and staff were all very friendly."
United States
KAREN
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Morag's Lodge - Hostel
A house by a lake with a dock, surrounded by hills and trees.

4. Rowardennan Youth Hostel

Rowardennan Youth Hostel
3.0 star property
Balmaha
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"Probably the best Youth hostel I’ve stayed in! Location was amazing!"
United States
Troy
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Rowardennan Youth Hostel
A patio area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by a green lawn, and a building with a door and windows in the background.

5. 1 Loch Ness Hostel

1 Loch Ness Hostel
1.0 star property
Inverness
7.6 out of 10, Good, (238 reviews)
"Great place very enjoyable"
United Kingdom
Amos
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
1 Loch Ness Hostel
A stone building with a wooden door and a small porch area.

6. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
1.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great little place, in a great little village. Easy access to the Orkneys. Robertson's Pub is a local place with good food an atmosphere, just around the corner."
United States
Neil
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Anchorage
A bedroom with two single beds, wooden headboards, a wooden dresser, and two bedside lamps.

7. Inverness Hostel

Inverness Hostel
2.0 star property
Lochardil
7.8 out of 10, Good, (118 reviews)
"Easy to find.parking was good and the Hostel was very clean ..plenty of space in the kitchen and loads of plates ,cups and everything else you would need"
United Kingdom
DAVIE
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Inverness Hostel
A traditional building with a sign reading "Allander Hostel".

8. Callander Hostel

Callander Hostel
1.0 star property
Callander
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Excellent location, easy to park with a designated spot and perfectly located. A few minutes walk to the downtown."
Canada
Willem
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Callander Hostel
A two-story building with a sign reading "HOTEL" in front.

9. BCC Loch Ness Hostel

BCC Loch Ness Hostel
1.0 star property
Inverness
6.0 out of 10, (235 reviews)
"Affordable with all facilities essential for a relaxed stay"
United Kingdom
Fathima
The price is NZ$100
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
BCC Loch Ness Hostel
A cozy room with plaid furniture, a round table, and a large window offering a view of mountains and a lake.

10. Ratagan Youth Hostel

Ratagan Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Kyle
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (35 reviews)
"Views were wonderful. Staff was helpful and hostel was clean and well kept."
United States
Leta
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ratagan Youth Hostel
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, red sofas, a wooden dining table, and large windows with curtains.

11. Blacksmiths Bunkhouse - Hostel

Blacksmiths Bunkhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Fort William
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (23 reviews)
"Spatious apartment for a good price"
United States
Joachim
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Blacksmiths Bunkhouse - Hostel
A room with a large window overlooking a coastal view, a chair, and patterned curtains.

12. Corran House Guest House

Corran House Guest House
4.0 star property
Oban
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
"The room was lovely and the view was amazing"
Canada
Leanne
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Corran House Guest House
A building with a sign for 'Sandras Snack Bar & Takeaway' offering pizzas, teas, coffees, and various meals.

13. Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Thurso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (38 reviews)
"Would stay again "
United Kingdom
Dian
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel
A stone building with a porch, outdoor seating, and a grassy area.

14. Blackwater Hostel and Campsite

Blackwater Hostel and Campsite
2.0 star property
Kinlochleven
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"Great location and beautiful area!"
United States
Melanie
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Blackwater Hostel and Campsite
A two-story building with a wooden facade and a grey roof, featuring a staircase leading to the upper level.

15. Glen Nevis Youth Hostel

Glen Nevis Youth Hostel
3.0 star property
Fort William
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"I got the private room and it was just amazing"
United States
Lacey
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel
A beach with waves, a clear sky, and distant hills.

16. Helmsdale Lodge

Helmsdale Lodge
2.0 star property
Helmsdale
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Friendly welcome and care throughout our stay from Marie. She made sure we had everything we needed. We will be visiting again."
United Kingdom
P
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Helmsdale Lodge
A cozy cabin room with wooden walls, a dining table with chairs, a window with a view of a forested hill, and a small kitchenette area.

17. Glencoe Youth Hostel

Glencoe Youth Hostel
3.0 star property
Ballachulish
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (64 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff, perfectly adequate accommodation and spacious communal area. "
United Kingdom
Hayley
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Glencoe Youth Hostel
A stack of barrels with labels indicating different locations.

18. The Smugglers Hostel

The Smugglers Hostel
2.0 star property
Ballindalloch
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"We were rented the family bedroom that had its own private bath, a double bed and three singles. It was a great place to stay. Huge kitchen for everyone and lots of seating. Parking was a bit tight."
United States
Sheri
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Smugglers Hostel
A coastal landscape with a beach, grassy dunes, and distant mountains under a clear sky.

19. Glenbrittle Youth Hostel

Glenbrittle Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Minginish
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"I would provide more food, as there are no restaurants nearby"
United Kingdom
Stefano
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Glenbrittle Youth Hostel
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a variety of seating options including a blue armchair, a yellow chair, and a grey sofa.

20. Inverness Youth Hostel

Inverness Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Millburn
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (198 reviews)
"Amazing location if you're walking from the train, lots of parking and very easy to get to off the A9 if you're doing a road trip. Would stay here again!"
Canada
Kristofer
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Inverness Youth Hostel
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Top Scottish Highlands Hotel Reviews

The Caledonian Hotel

The Caledonian Hotel

8/10 Good
"Bacon seemed a little off for us one dat but generally no complaints about this hotel."
James 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
The Caledonian Hotel

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Scottish Highlands Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,010
Accommodation
27 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$100
Highest Price
NZ$332

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