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With an extensive range of private, en-suite and shared rooms at an affordable price, our Edinburgh hostels are the perfect base for you to explore the Fringe Festival!
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With youth hostels across Scotland, we offer great value, flexible accommodation, expert local knowledge and a warm welcome for anyone wishing to experience the real Scotland. From cities to islands, beaches and mountains and all points in between!
With a great mix of private, en-suite and shared rooms, we’re the perfect choice for groups, families and backpackers looking to explore the real Scotland.
All of our youth hostels are VisitScotland accredited.
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Worth a Visit...
Glasgow Youth Hostel
Glasgow, Scottish LowlandsGlasgow Youth Hostel offers four star VisitScotland accredited accommodation in a fabulous Victorian townhouse overlooking beautiful Kelvingrove Park ...
Loch Ossian Youth Hostel
Loch Ossian, Scottish HighlandsSitting on the southern shore of Loch Ossian, this traditional but homely eco-hostel makes a perfect base for hillwalkers looking to explore the remot...
Rowardennan Lodge Youth Hostel
Rowardennan, Scottish LowlandsRowardennan Lodge Youth Hostel sits in an idyllic location on the banks of Loch Lomond with its own jetty and panoramic views across the loch....
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel
Port Charlotte Islay, Scottish IslandsHoused in a former distillery warehouse in the centre of the village, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel sits next to a safe sandy beach and boasts wonderful...
Tobermory Youth Hostel
Tobermory, Scottish IslandsLocated on the main street, surrounded by shops, galleries, bars and restaurants, Tobermory Youth Hostel is one of the many brightly painted buildings...
Lochranza Youth Hostel
Lochranza, Scottish IslandsSurrounded by hills on three sides, this four star VisitScotland accredited youth hostel sits in an attractive lochside village in the north of the Is...
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall, Scottish IslandsFriendly and welcoming, in a quiet location 15 minutes’ walk from the town centre, Kirkwall Youth Hostel is the perfect base for exploring the histori...
Callander
Callander , Scottish LowlandsCallander is sometimes called 'The Gateway to the Highlands' and Callander Hostel is an iconic building in the town. The many local facilities include...
Lerwick, Islesburgh House Hostel
Lerwick, Scottish IslandsHead for Shetland, Britain’s most northerly island, and have an unforgettable holiday in a unique setting. Five-star Islesburgh House Hostel, in the c...
Ben Lomond Bunkhouse
Ben Lomond, Scottish LowlandsAt the foot of Ben Lomond, and close to the West Highland Way, Ben Lomond Bunkhouse is perfect as an overnight stop or for anyone wishing to stay loca...
Braemar Youth Hostel
Braemar, Scottish HighlandsAn impressive former shooting lodge, Braemar Youth Hostel sits in extensive grounds in the heart of Cairngorms National Park and is a great base for e...
Glasgow Metro
Glasgow Metro, Scottish LowlandsSummer only...
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Aberdeen Youth Hostel
This four-star VisitScotland accredited youth hostel is located in the desirable west end of Aberdeen with excellent transport links to the city centre. Refurbished in 2018 and highly commended by VisitScotland, it’s an ideal choice for leisure and business travellers alike.
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