A new age for Hostelling
Our CEO Margo Paterson sat down with Richard Baynes of The Herald to talk about how she become CEO of Hostelling Scotland and also the modernisation and changing times of hostelling.
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With youth hostels in key locations across Scotland, we offer great value, flexible accommodation, expert local knowledge and a warm welcome for anyone wishing to explore and discover the real Scotland. From cities to islands, beaches and mountains and all points in between! With a great mix of private rooms and shared accommodation, we’re the perfect choice for groups, families and backpackers looking to discover the real Scotland. All of our youth hostels are VisitScotland accredited.
More than just a bed for the night!
As a non-profit charity with people and communities at our heart, our charitable youth programmes give young people and families, who otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity, the chance to experience Scotland and develop their skills for life, learning and work.
Worth a Visit...
Glen Affric Youth Hostel
Glen Affric, Scottish HighlandsA finalist in TGO Magazine’s Hostel or Bunkhouse of the Year 2018, Glen Affric Youth Hostel is unique and remote. ...
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Howmore, South Uist
Howmore, Scottish IslandsHowmore Hostel is a traditional thatched croft house on the machair (shell sand). The township of Howmore lies on the west coast of South Uist in an a...
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
Cairngorm Lodge, Scottish HighlandsCairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel is a former shooting lodge in the heart of Cairngorms National Park, seven miles from Aviemore with stunning views toward...
Portree Youth Hostel
Portree, Scottish IslandsLocated in the heart of Portree, capital of the Isle of Skye, and one of Scotland’s most popular destinations, Portree Youth Hostel offers a range of ...
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Rackwick
Rackwick, Scottish IslandsThis comfortable 3 star hostel is located in the scenic Rackwick Valley in the north of Hoy, overlooking Rackwick Bay....
Inverness Youth Hostel
Inverness, Scottish HighlandsLocated in a quiet neighbourhood a short walk from the city centre, Inverness Youth Hostel offers guests four star VisitScotland accredited hostel acc...
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Fort Augustus
Fort Augustus, Scottish HighlandsA multi-award winning hostel that delivers “Highland Hospitality” at its best. ...
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Kirk Yetholm
Kirk Yetholm, Scottish LowlandsNestling below a picturesque village green, Kirk Yetholm Friends of Nature House is a former village school that has been offering hostel-style accomm...
Glasgow Metro
Glasgow Metro, Scottish LowlandsSummer only...
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Drumnadrochit
Drumnadrochit, Scottish HighlandsSituated in the village of Lewiston within Drumnadrochit, a short distance from Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, this is a perfect location for activity...
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Rhenigidale, Isle of Harris
Rhenigidale, Scottish IslandsRhenigidale lies at the end of a road in a secluded and peaceful bay on the rugged east coast of Harris. ...
Crianlarich Youth Hostel
Crianlarich, Scottish HighlandsSet amidst stunning mountains, at the halfway point on the West Highland Way, Crianlarich Youth Hostel is the perfect base for anyone looking to explo...
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Oban Youth Hostel
An impressive Victorian villa with a great sea front location and stunning views over the Firth of Lorne to the Inner Hebrides, Oban Youth Hostel is a 5 star VisitScotland accredited hostel.
The hostel is beautifully finished and offers a range of high quality shared accommodation and private en-suite rooms - perfect for groups, families and backpackers this winter!
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Hostel Handbook 2019 - 5 Things You Need To Know
Our new Hostel Handbook has landed! Here's 5 things you should know...
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Get on your bike - March newsletter
Scotland's Most Romantic Destinations
The legend of the Loch Ossian logbook
Fiona Russell, aka Fiona Outdoors, discovers the story of a legendary round loch run challenge at the remote Loch Ossian Youth Hostel in Corrour in the Scottish Highlands.
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The A82 Road Trip
Into The Wild
It's my dream job - Loch Ossian hostel boss couldn't be happier
Journalist Fiona Russell went to meet Loch Ossian Youth Hostel manager Jan Robinson, who told her that she's got the dream job.
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Family hostelling in the Highlands
Mini Explorers - successful new pilot project
Solas Festival - Perth
Scotland's 'most family-friendly music festival' returns for a ten year anniversary in brand new location Errol Park.
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Glasgow: The Illustrated City
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Things to do in Glasgow before the end of April!
If you are staying in our Youth Hostel or are in Glasgow before the end of April then we have got some great events and entertainment recommendations for you, all before we sail into the month of May!
Read MoreGlen Nevis Youth Hostel officially opened by record-breaking adventurer
Hostelling Scotland’s Glen Nevis Youth Hostel was officially opened on April 4th by record-breaking adventurer Alex Staniforth.
Read MoreGet on your bike - March newsletter
Our latest newsletter is filled with spring-time inspiration!
Read MoreIt's my dream job - Loch Ossian hostel boss couldn't be happier
Journalist Fiona Russell went to meet Loch Ossian Youth Hostel manager Jan Robinson, who told her that she's got the dream job.
Read MoreThe legend of the Loch Ossian logbook
Fiona Russell, aka Fiona Outdoors, discovers the story of a legendary round loch run challenge at the remote Loch Ossian Youth Hostel in Corrour in the Scottish Highlands.
Read MorePitlochry - 5 Great Things to Do
Want to discover Highland Perthshire? There's something for everyone in the delightful town of Pitlochry.
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