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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Discover Scotland
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...
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...
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel
Gairloch Sands, Scottish HighlandsA lochside lodge, sitting on the northern shore of Loch Gairloch, with magnificent sea and mountain views and easy access to fantastic sandy beaches....
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Papa Westray, Isle of Orkney
Papa Westray, Scottish IslandsPapa Westray is one of the smallest islands in Orkney, off the far north coast of Scotland. ...
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 ...
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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...
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 ...
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....
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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Rackwick
Rackwick, Scottish IslandsThis comfortable 3 star hostel is located in the scenic Rackwick Valley in the north of Hoy, overlooking Rackwick Bay....
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...
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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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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...
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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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Hostelling Scotland Bucket List
If you’re thinking of hostelling in Scotland, then we have the ultimate bucket list for you to make your trip to Scotland one to remember forever. Here are 5 top places to visit:
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Manager's Top Tips for Stirling
Glasgow Film Festival 2019
The A82 Road Trip
Sometimes there’s nothing like jumping in the car and hitting the road.
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Corrour Adventure: A run around Loch Ossian
Into The Wild
Mini Explorers - successful new pilot project
In October we ran a successful pilot project called Mini Explorers.
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Family hostelling in the Highlands
Explore the Isle of Skye in Winter
Glasgow International Comedy Festival
Glasgow International Comedy Festival, Europe's largest comedy festival, returns for its 17th year!
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Glasgow: The Illustrated City
Eat like a local
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Celtic Connections
Celtic Connections, held in Glasgow, is the largest winter music festival of its kind, and the UK's premier celebration of celtic music.
Read MoreHostelling Scotland's Best of 2018
A lot happened in 2018. We re-branded, launched our new website, re-opened the new look Glen Nevis Youth Hostel & much more!
Read MoreScotland's Sparkling Cities - November Newsletter
Discover the country's sparkling cities in our November e-newsletter.
Read MoreConcerns over Tourist Tax
Hostelling Scotland's CEO Margo Paterson discussed the impact that the introduction of a Tourist Tax could have on hostels in this month's The Talker.
Read MoreCorrour Adventure: A run around Loch Ossian
Journalist and blogger Fiona Russell explains why running around Loch Ossian is a must!
Read MoreFamily hostelling in the Highlands
Journalist John Davidson headed to the Highlands for a family break - the family stayed at Aviemore Youth Hostel.
Read MoreManager's Top Tips for Stirling
We caught up with Stirling Youth Hostel Manager Aaron Wilson who gave us his guide to all the great things there are to do in and around Stirling.
Read MoreP!NK - Glasgow
Pop sensation P!NK will stop off in Glasgow for two major shows, as part of her Beautiful Trauma World Tour 2019.
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Membership 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.
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Getting 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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