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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 throughout the property and a shared lounge. Located around 44 km from Carnegie Club Skibo Castle, the hostel is also 45 km away from Royal Dornoch Golf Club. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. Bike storage on site! Beautifully renovated interior—great kitchen and lounge. Tall ceilings create a wonderful sense of spaciousness

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9.5
Exceptional
111 reviews
Price from
€ 51
per night

Acheninver Hostel

Achiltibuie

Acheninver Hostel offers accommodation in Achiltibuie.

Guests can enjoy sea and mountain views from the property.

The area is popular for hillwalking, sea kayaking, climbing and snorkelling. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 140 km from the property. The pod experience and the perfect location ...sea front

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9.2
Superb
414 reviews
Price from
€ 29
per night

Black Isle Hostel

Inverness City Centre, Inverness

Well located in the Inverness City Centre district of Inverness, Black Isle Hostel is located 400 metres from Inverness Railway Station, 4.4 km from University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness and 12 km from Castle Stuart Golf Links. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 700 metres from Inverness Castle, and within 300 metres of the city centre. Easy place to review unfailing excellent every time I stay

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8.2
Very good
2,083 reviews
Price from
€ 41
per night

Bazpackers 4 stars

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. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Inverness Castle. It brilliant and a good money saver

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8.7
Fabulous
1,449 reviews
Price from
€ 81
per night

Hartfield House Hostel

Applecross

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. Spotless clean hostel in a beautiful setting. Simple but nicely decorated rooms, cosy living area and huge kitchen. Free tea, instant coffee and sugar. Bring your own spices, oil etc if you want to do some cooking. Instant soup, lasagne and pizza available at the reception. Do not miss the walled garden restaurant and the Applecross Inn for lunch/dinner. Beautiful walks and cycling options around the hostel. I would definitely stay here again.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,900 reviews
Price from
€ 52
per night

The Mission Bunkhouse

Mallaig

On Scotland’s far west coast, The Mission Bunkhouse in Mallaig offers simple hostel accommodation right opposite the train station and seconds from the Caledonian MacBrayne ferry terminal. A pretty fishing port in the Highlands, Mallaig has a supermarket, shops and places to eat right outside the building. Couldn't be in a better location, it's just a very short walk from the ferry and even less from the station and town centre. I was made to feel very welcome. Arriving early, I was able to leave my bags there and go for lunch in one of Mallaig 's very nice cafés. The kitchen is fully equipped and there's a very good lounge to sit and relax in. I'll be very happy returning here on my next visit.

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8.4
Very good
1,233 reviews
Price from
€ 65
per night

Glen Nevis Youth Hostel 5 stars

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. It offers easy access to high and low-level walks, mountain biking, kayaking and other adventure sports. Amazing location, staff and space

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8.7
Fabulous
1,250 reviews
Price from
€ 42
per night

Morag's Lodge 4 stars

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. Fort William is 30 miles away. Meal options and bar Friendly staff and guests

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8.4
Very good
1,601 reviews
Price from
€ 41
per night

Inverness Youth Hostel 4 stars

Inverness City Centre, Inverness

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. i booked a private room and found that the room and the bathroom are huge and comfortable.

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8.2
Very good
2,225 reviews
Price from
€ 34
per night

Great Glen Hostel

Spean Bridge

Set in Spean Bridge, 34 km from Glen Nevis, Great Glen Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is situated 32 km from Ben Nevis Whisky Distillery, 35 km from West Highland Museum and 42 km from Urquhart Castle. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered. I visited this accommodation with my wife and a 17 years old daughter. The outside surrounding area was beautiful with a private parking. The bedroom and shared bathroom were both clean. We made use of the laundry room which was equipped with washing machines and tumble dryers at a cost. The breakfast or a packed lunch can be ordered on site.

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8.2
Very good
528 reviews
Price from
€ 32
per night

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