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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. Very modern, comfortable and a lovely shared space for eating meals and relaxing.

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9.5
Exceptional
114 reviews
Price from
Rp 885,908
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 was very comfy, and we liked our stay very much. It is small and yet fully equipped, as described. Nature outdoors is superb. Pay an attention to come "light" as there is not much storage space inside it. Be prepared for the walk to the Pod. Not suitable for people who struggle to walk.

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9.2
Superb
413 reviews
Price from
Rp 515,063
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. good space, great facilities!

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8.2
Very good
2,099 reviews
Price from
Rp 715,319
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. Super friendly and warm atmosphere! The staff was great, good social area, really clean, good location, free towels and the wifi works. Great for solo travel, would definitely stay there again!

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8.7
Fabulous
1,455 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,312,380
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. Very spacious room - advertised as "premium" room and it exceeded our expectations. Views were fabulous and despite being a hostel, the room was very quiet.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,900 reviews
Price from
Rp 871,486
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. perfect location for quick morning traject on Skye, next to food store. Nice staff really helpfull.

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8.4
Very good
1,229 reviews
Price from
Rp 1,030,125
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. Very helpful staff and helped us print out maps.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,251 reviews
Price from
Rp 3,131,581
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. quiet. quaint. clean. lovely staff. great healthy breakfast . packed lunch and breakfast good value.

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8.4
Very good
1,607 reviews
Price from
Rp 725,208
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. Friendly welcome at reception on my first day in the UK made a big difference. Lockable bike shed was good.

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8.2
Very good
2,248 reviews
Price from
Rp 597,473
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. One of the best hostels I did visit. Great location for overnight stay on the road around Scotland. Very friendly staff. Definitely recommend it.

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8.2
Very good
548 reviews
Price from
Rp 556,268
per night

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