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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 throughout the property and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. It's such a wonderful place to stay. I enjoyed my time at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel very much. The accommodation is spotless clean and well-maintained. It has a welcoming atmosphere, and Maria is a very kind host. Feels more like visiting an old friend rather than organised accommodation. I would book again without a moment of hesitation when in the area.

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9.5
Exceptional
157 reviews

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. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. 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!

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9.1
Superb
592 reviews

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.

Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves traditional meals with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes continental, à la carte, and vegetarian selections with warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Food was delicious, homemade, fresh and tasty. Got fantastic venison with veggies, striongly recommended!! the host is simply great and gave us handy tips for visiting surroundings and isle of Skye. thanks for all!!!

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8.4
Very good
1,348 reviews
Price from
US$46
per night

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. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Inverness Castle. Such a nice and cozy place. Would definitely recommend!

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8.8
Fabulous
1,276 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

Hartfield House Hostel offers pet-friendly accommodation in Applecross. Free private parking is available on site. There are extensive grounds and covered space for bikes, ideal for cyclists and walkers. Loved how helpful the staff were and the location of the property. It was also super nice have a room of my own I could fully relax in

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8.3
Very good
1,809 reviews
Price from
US$65
per night

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. It offers easy access to high and low-level walks, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure sports. Incredibly well equipped and clean Youth Hostel, with very helpful staff, ideally situated.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,302 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

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. Fort William is 30 miles away. Great value location for the night when passing through the town of Fort Augustus. For a Hostel, it is very clean and has all the basic amenities you need.

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8.4
Very good
1,569 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

The youth hostel provides a good range of facilities including dorms and private rooms, a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, a spacious dining area, a large drying room and ample parking for cars and buses. There is also a large open-plan lounge which provides stunning views of the Cairngorm Mountains and surrounding woodland. price, location, well kitted out kitchen, comfy bed, enough toilets and showers

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8.5
Very good
1,049 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Just 10 minutes’ walk from Inverness Rail Station, Inverness Youth Hostel offers free private parking and bicycle storage.

Culloden Battlefield and its visitor centre can be reached after a 10-minute drive. The banks of Loch Ness and the country village of Dores are both a 20-minute drive away. Urquart Castle is within 30 minutes’ drive of Inverness Youth Hostel. The staff has been amazing, they gave me useful advice on exploring the area. The one bed room I stayed in was amazing and cosy. I really appreciate the cleanliness of the hostel and the amazing breakfast.

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8
Very good
2,951 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Located in Fort William, 6 km from Glen Nevis, Blacksmiths Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. 21 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum and 23 km from Loch Linnhe, the hostel features a ski pass sales point. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Everything. Clean. All the essentials there.

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8.2
Very good
112 reviews
Price from
US$167
per night

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