Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel is a former shooting lodge in the heart of Cairngorms National Park, seven miles from Aviemore with stunning views towards the Northern Corries.
The hostel offers a range of comfortable private rooms and spacious shared accommodation with separate washrooms. Guests can opt for a continental breakfast, lunch or evening meal served in the dining room (please remember to pre-book), or take advantage of the large, well-equipped self-catering kitchen.
The hostel is licensed so why not relax and enjoy a locally brewed beer or a glass of wine in the cosy lounge while taking in the view across the Cairngorms. Other facilities include a pool table, laundry, drying room and secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Due to the hostel’s remote location, WiFi is free but access is limited.
Local activities include hillwalking, climbing, snowsports, mountain biking, pony trekking, watersports and fishing. Most activities take place on the Rothiemurchus Estate, a fabulous area with many easy paths through the Caledonian Pine Forest. The Scottish Whisky Trail is also nearby and, for something different, visit the Reindeer Centre, where you can feed and learn about these friendly free-roaming animals.
The hostel sits across the road from the banks of Loch Morlich, which boasts the highest sandy beach
in the UK.
Cairngorm Lodge is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1479 861 238 to check availability. There is a small charge of £5 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
Please note: Dogs are allowed in the common room/lounge
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
Why stay?
- Fantastic location in the Cairngorm National Park
- Friendly, welcoming staff
- Great food
- Secure lockers and Luggage Store
- Private rooms available
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
January to October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00-10:00 and 17:00-22:30 (23:00 at weekends)
Check in
17:00
Check out
10:00
Access Hours
Late arrival is by pre-arrangement only
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Free Wifi
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Lounge Area
Cafe
Guest Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Laundry Room
Drying Room
Shopping Nearby
Pool Table
Secure Lockers
Luggage Store
Bike Store
Access with limited mobility
Suitable for wheelchair users with assistance
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Catering Available (Full Meal Service)
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Guest Reviews
21/10/19
The staff, especially Caroline and Susan were so welcoming and helpful. The team set a lovely atmosphere. The chefs food was delicious and we'll definitely book again. Thank you!Lauren King
21/10/19
I had the pleasure of staying in Cairngorm Lodge for 2 nights with a youth group, and everyone of us loved it! The service is second to none, rooms are exceptional and very comfortable, the food is outstanding, and the staff are excellent - I can't find fault with anything. We look forward to returning, and can't rate the hostel high enough. Massive thank you to all the staff for going above and beyond what is expected, and for providing a memorable expereince. Best wishes, TEAM RYA!Mark Nitkowski
20/10/19
Maraviwonderful!Carlos Coquinho Pereira Nunes
10/10/19
Cairngorm Lodge was a fabulous venue for our school to take a small group of young people (10).These young people have a variety of additional needs and the facilities and environment suited our needs perfectly.Staff were very pleasant and helpful.The catering was of a high standard and the pupils were able to eat well over our stay.There was also a willingness of hostel staff to adapt to support our group and it would be fair to say that nothing was too much trouble.No
09/10/19
Caroline and her team were incredibly welcoming and helpful. They have created a warm and positive atmosphere. Well done to them!Jon S
08/10/19
Lovely hostel. Interesting building, beautiful location. A hostel in the forest. Friendly and always helpful staff. Very clean.Always look forward to staying here. Easy access to the mountains and the beautiful Loch Morlich is across the road. Bus stop across the road for buses to Cairngorm and to Aviemore. Excellent food in the hostel.christine
07/10/19
Cracking location, the staff were all very friendly and helpful, food and accommodation really good value. Will be back, group of 16 of us in the area for MTB weekend.Bruce McBoab
02/10/19
Very friendly staff, probably the most friendly I've ever experienced. The chef and receptionist were excellent. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the common rooms were cozy and there was plenty to help relax. It couldn't possibly be better places for walking the Cairngorms with the lake opposite and the trails to the mountains adjacent all facilities were up and running. There's even a little bar across the road. Absolutely perfect.Michael
29/09/19
Absolutely wonderful stay thanks to all the great staff! Special props to Kerry for signposting a super wild swimming spot and to the catering colleagues for wholesome food dishes up with a lot of warmth. I'll be back!Albamar
27/09/19
Wonderful as everalan
27/09/19
Just stayed here 1 night but would be happy to stay again. Really nice welcome from reception despite my 10pm arrival on Wednesday evening.Great location - sadly I wasn't able to spend time enjoying it since it was just an en-route stopover for me but will try and be back. Thanks!Stuart
23/09/19
Cairngorm Lodge has the best situation in the National Park. Great staff, good facilities and lots of dvds for a rainy day. Food is very good from the kitchen and the self catering kitchen is really well equipped if you want to DIY.Ella G
17/09/19
Only my second youth hostel stay and had a great experience my dorm was clean and comfortable and the hostel had a friendly welcoming atmosphere. Hostel is in a perfect location for exploring the Cairngorms.SunshineJL
17/09/19
Very good hostel. Luxurious compared to the old days!Alastair Stuart.
16/09/19
Great Hostel in a lovely location. Excellent staff and great food. Be happy to return anytime.David Phillips
13/09/19
Great Location for hikes for all level of experience, including families. very well equiped self catering kitchen. and a fantastic Chef. Many good reasons to return for a longer stay.Lockers might be something to add to the rooms.lisl
12/09/19
The restaurant stood out. Exactly the right sort of food for hill goers and very good value!Mike M
12/09/19
The hostel is in a fantastic location and the staff are excellent. The food is great and the staff in the kitchen are very friendly and helpful. However, as a family of 6 (2 adults, 4 children), we found it very expensive at £129 for a dorm. I would definitely recommend the hostel - it has a good self-catering kitchen and generally a very good atmosphere.SB
11/09/19
Dave and the whole team at Cairngorm Lodge really make this such a friendly and welcoming hostel. I had evening meal and continental breakfast - all super and recommended. Stunning location too.Ron
11/09/19
Lovely hostel. Great staff!MANDY PEDEN
03/09/19
A clean, comfortable and friendly place to stay in an unbeatable location for any mountain lover. Walking distance to Loch Morlich and some beautiful hikes and just a short drive to the ski station to access the Cairngorm Massif.Judith Brown
31/08/19
Very friendly hostel with good facilities. Perfect location for the hills, lots of options for family adventures too. Nice meals from the kitchen, great value.Fiona
30/08/19
Great location, facilities and easy checkout! The kitchen could do with some essentials like cooking oil and seasoning.Andrew S
29/08/19
Relaxed and comfortable stay following several nights camping we were in desperate need of bed rest and luxury facilities like a hot shower!We booked last minute on the day and when we arrived to check in we were offered to upgrade to a private room which was free for a few extra pounds which was superb.Accommodation was super clean and staff so friendly. Will definitely be back. Ongoing upgrades were happening by 8am next morning to external building but it didn't impede on our stay.Laura Bell
28/08/19
Great staff, friendly and helpful. Nice location.No
26/08/19
Excellent.Duncan
25/08/19
Lovely stay in the middle of the Cairngorms. Staff were friendly and helpful and, even though we were a group of 6, we felt the facilities were more than what we needed.Irenaca de Montserrat
22/08/19
This hostel gave me all the things I needed. Clean and nice facilities for example. But most of all: a atmosphere, where an exchange between travelers was super easy and nice. I had a great time!Mary-Lou
16/08/19
Beautiful location (literally a 2-minute walk from Loch Morlich) with plenty of hiking trails nearby. Rooms were clean and tidy, staff friendly and helpful and common room comfy and welcoming. Would definitely book again!Victoria
The hostel offers a range of comfortable private rooms and spacious shared accommodation with separate washrooms. Guests can opt for a continental breakfast, lunch or evening meal served in the dining room (please remember to pre-book), or take advantage of the large, well-equipped self-catering kitchen.
The hostel is licensed so why not relax and enjoy a locally brewed beer or a glass of wine in the cosy lounge while taking in the view across the Cairngorms. Other facilities include a pool table, laundry, drying room and secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Due to the hostel’s remote location, WiFi is free but access is limited.
Local activities include hillwalking, climbing, snowsports, mountain biking, pony trekking, watersports and fishing. Most activities take place on the Rothiemurchus Estate, a fabulous area with many easy paths through the Caledonian Pine Forest. The Scottish Whisky Trail is also nearby and, for something different, visit the Reindeer Centre, where you can feed and learn about these friendly free-roaming animals.
The hostel sits across the road from the banks of Loch Morlich, which boasts the highest sandy beach
in the UK.
Cairngorm Lodge is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1479 861 238 to check availability. There is a small charge of £5 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
Please note: Dogs are allowed in the common room/lounge
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
Why stay?
- Fantastic location in the Cairngorm National Park
- Friendly, welcoming staff
- Great food
- Secure lockers and Luggage Store
- Private rooms available
Reasons to visit
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel sits within the Cairngorms National Park, voted one of the top 20 places to visit in the world by National Geographic Traveller Magazine. The park, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, has something for everyone - from castles and distilleries to family attractions, water and snowsports, wildlife watching, and some incredible high and low level walking and cycling routes.
Visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, sample a craft beer at the Cairngorm Brewery, discover Loch Morlich and the highest sandy beach in Britain and explore the Craigellachie National Nature Reserve.
Cairngorm Lodge is the perfect location for families, groups and individuals looking to take advantage of this natural playground.
