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.
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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....
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel
Glen Nevis, Scottish HighlandsA five star VisitScotland accredited youth hostel, Glen Nevis offers guests hotel-like accommodation with private en-suite rooms and comfortable share...
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...
Glencoe Youth Hostel
Glencoe, Scottish HighlandsSet in one of Scotland’s most spectacular and historic glens, not far from Glencoe village, this alpine-style youth hostel offers a range of comfortab...
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Birsay
Birsay, Scottish IslandsBirsay Outdoor Centre is in a rural location, just outside Birsay, on the northwest coast of the Orkney mainland. ...
Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel
Achmelvich Beach, Scottish HighlandsAchmelvich Beach Youth Hostel sits on the NC500, beside a beautiful, sheltered white sandy beach, close to the iconic mountain of Suilven.This small a...
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Edinburgh Central, Scottish LowlandsFive star VisitScotland accredited hostel accommodation in the city centre, close to major transport links and ideally positioned for exploring Scotla...
Glenbrittle Youth Hostel
Glenbrittle, Scottish IslandsSet in rugged scenery at the foot of the Cuillin Ridge, Glenbrittle Youth Hostel is just over a mile from the beach and close to the magical fairy poo...
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...
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Applecross, Hartfield House
Applecross, Scottish HighlandsThe Applecross peninsula boasts a breathtakingly beautiful and dramatic landscape. The main township of Applecross (‘a Chomraich’ in Gaelic, which mea...
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...
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Inveraray
Inveraray, Scottish LowlandsOur small and friendly hostel offers self-catering accommodation for guests in both shared and private rooms. It's situated in the pleasant town of In...
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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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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
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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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Edinburgh International Science Festival
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Dippy the Dinosaur - Glasgow
Dippy, the Natural History Museum’s iconic Diplodocus dinosaur skeleton, has arrived in Glasgow!
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Hostelling Scotland’s Glen Nevis Youth Hostel was officially opened on April 4th by record-breaking adventurer Alex Staniforth.
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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.
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Braemar Gathering is the most famous and best attended Highland Games in Scotland.
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