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 individual travellers looking to discover the real Scotland. All of our youth hostels are Visit Scotland 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.
Broadford Youth Hostel
Broadford, Scottish IslandsEnjoying unrivalled views across Broadford Bay, with the Skye Bridge in the distance, and boasting a central location with good public transport links...
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. ...
Perth Youth Hostel
Perth, Scottish LowlandsHosted in the modern residences of Perth College UHI and open from mid-June until the end of August, Perth Youth Hostel offers a choice of single and ...
Helmsdale
Helmsdale, Scottish HighlandsSet in the small scenic village of Helmsdale, halfway between Inverness and John o'Groats. Ideal for cycling, coastal walks, hill walks and bird watch...
Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel
Achmelvich Beach, Scottish HighlandsAchmelvich Beach Youth Hostel is a traditional, rustic hostel located on the famous NC500 and sitting just 300 metres from a legendary white sandy bea...
Invergarry, Saddle Mountain Hostel
Invergarry, Scottish HighlandsSaddle Mountain Hostel is a small and friendly hostel sleeping up to 24 people. Centrally located in the Great Glen at Invergarry, it's on the Inverga...
Newton Stewart Youth Hostel
Newton Stewart, Minnigaff, Scottish LowlandsHoused in an old Victorian schoolhouse, Newton Stewart Youth Hostel is located in a quiet woodland area just five minutes from the picturesque market ...
Glen Affric Youth Hostel
Glen Affric, Scottish HighlandsGlen Affric Youth Hostel is a unique and remote youth hostel which sits in a wide river valley surrounded by high mountains. Situated eight miles from...
Tobermory Youth Hostel
Tobermory, Scottish IslandsIn the centre of town, right on the main street, Tobermory Youth Hostel is one of the many brightly painted buildings on the seafront overlooking the ...
Glasgow Youth Hostel
Glasgow, Scottish LowlandsSituated in the popular West End of Scotland's largest city, overlooking Kelvingrove Park and Glasgow University, Glasgow Youth Hostel is the perfect ...
Glencoe Youth Hostel
Glencoe, Scottish HighlandsDrive through the Pass of Glencoe, one of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes, and we’re sure your heart will be racing at the prospect of exploring thi...
Kershader - Ravenspoint, Isle of Lewis
Kershader, Scottish IslandsRavenspoint is a family-friendly hostel in the heart of South Lochs, an area defined by the crystal clear waters of Loch Erisort to the north and the ...
The youth hostel is a splendid Victorian townhouse, blending old with new, and offering rooms which vary in size from singles to eight-bedded, all ensuite. There’s also a self-contained apartment which sleeps up to six people!
View HostelOur 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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Read MoreCongratulations to Caroline and the team at Glen Nevis Youth Hostel - they've been awarded 5 stars by VisitScotland. ...
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Read MoreHostelling Scotland is delighted to announce that Glen Nevis Youth Hostel, one of our most popular, has reopened in time for summer.
Read MoreSkye Live was founded on the Isle of Skye in 2015 with the aim of bringing top class music to one of the most magical Islands in the world.
Read MoreThis festival is for outdoor enthusiasts, lovers of Scottish real ale and live music!
Read MoreAnnual boutique festival held at Ullapool Pier.
Read MoreYou can support Hostelling Scotland by becoming a member, volunteering or making a donation.
Find out moreMembership of Hostelling Scotland provides access to all of our youth hostels in Scotland. In addition members can access over 4000 youth hostels in 90 countries around the world.
Find out moreGetting involved with our Hostelling Scotland Volunteer Programme offers you the chance to make a difference, develop new skills and achieve a personal goal.
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