Crianlarich
About About this youth hostel ....
Set amidst stunning mountains, at the halfway point on the West Highland Way, Crianlarich Youth Hostel is a great base for outdoor enthusiasts and for exploring the northern area of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
This warm and welcoming hostel offers a wide range of private rooms and shared dorms, two of which are en-suite. WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: male and female washrooms, a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, comfortable lounge with TV, drying room and a secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
There are good bus and rail links as well as free onsite parking.
Crainlarich 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) 1838 300 260 to check availability. There is a small charge of £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
‘Wee Breakfast’ and 'Heat it and eat it' evening meals available (please remember to pre-book your breakfast).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Halfway point on the West Highland Way
- Perfect base for hillwalkers
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Dog Friendly
- Good bus and rail links
- Free onsite parking
- Licensed, serving local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Crianlarich Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
April to October (November-March: Thursday to Saturday only, RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00-10:00 and 16:00-22:00
Check in
16:00 - 22:00
Check out
By 10:00
Access Hours
Late arrival and access outside opening hours by prior arrangement only
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Catering Available (Breakfast Only)
Packed Lunches Available
Drying Room
Shopping Nearby
Lounge/TV Room
Access with limited mobility
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Free Wifi
En Suite Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Towel Hire
Bike Store
Luggage Store
Suitable for wheelchair users with assistance
Guest Reviews
21/11/2024
We stay at this hostel every November. The location is perfect for Glencoe and the surrounding area. Warm. clean, comfortable. We love it here.Adam Barr
11/11/2024
Lovely stay, we really enjoyed everything about CrianlarichEdinburgh University Wind Band
27/10/2024
Great stay, very helpful staffCharlie S
27/10/2024
Exactly what you need in a hostel. Personable and helpful staff, nice rooms, great location and a comfortable social area. World class!Stephen Boyd, Northumberland.
20/10/2024
Great value for moneyps
08/10/2024
Good value for moneyBen
05/10/2024
Very goodPamela
05/10/2024
A very friendly hostel.Guest Review
03/10/2024
Great value and still a home from homeJohn
02/10/2024
Friendly hub to visit more areas of Scotland.Mick U
30/09/2024
Everyone friendly and helpfulLindyloo
29/09/2024
Comfy, clean, friendly. Old fashioned in a charming way. Value and trustworthy.Guest Review
26/09/2024
Great stay. Everything I could have asked forAneta R
25/09/2024
We really enjoyed our stay here. We were a bit early but checking in already was no problem at al. The beds were great and the toilets and showers were perfectly clean. The front desk employee was very friendly and helpful. All in all a perfect place to stay while on the West Highland WayYoram
25/09/2024
A warm and friendly hostel, well situated in middle of crianlarichPeter Davies
25/09/2024
Excellent.Guest Review
23/09/2024
Strategic location in mountain country. Friendly, helpful welcome, hot showers. I self-catered and used the shop just a short walk down the road.Francis
23/09/2024
Good location for hills.Not as friendly likely due to number of folk passing through briefly on west highland way which I can understand.Cleanliness in,y 4 star due to damp and mould, not the day to day cleanliness.Guest Review
23/09/2024
A welcoming place located in a lovely spot in a beautiful part of the Country, close to walks and easy to reach. Spacious and clean dorms and facilities, well equipped kitchen, plenty of space in the communal dining room and lounge and with further space outside. Free tea, coffee and milk is always a plus!Giulia
21/09/2024
Good facilities and friendly staffGuest Review
19/09/2024
A good hostel!Quintus
19/09/2024
Lovely wee hostel and great location. Perfect stopping point before going into the mountains.Neil G
17/09/2024
I would recommend the Crianlarich hostel to everyone!Andy
16/09/2024
It's great value, clean and warm and the drying rooms in all hostels are essential if you're into any outdoor activitiesEddy the eagle
14/09/2024
Very beautiful and warm place, everyone is friendly and the rooms are comfortable.Guest Review
12/09/2024
Only stayed one night but seemed a great hostel. Staff were friendly, nice dinning and common room.Sam Campbell
08/09/2024
Stayed for 3 nights but wish I'd booked for longer.Guest Review
02/09/2024
We've had a brilliant weekend. 10 out of 10! ??Dave C
01/09/2024
Great place to stay to see Scotland.Graeme Moore
31/08/2024
Really nice staff, extended my stay no issues when my phone broke and had to return to Glasgow. Cosy communal area and right next to the WHW/Railway stationTom C
Reasons to visit
Just over an hour's drive from Stirling and set amidst stunning mountain scenery, the village of Crianlarich is an important staging post on various transport routes linking central and northwestern Scotland.
Located in Glen Strathfillan to the north of the Trossachs it's eight miles north of the head of Loch Lomond and a popular destination for walkers and cyclists looking to explore and discover the natural beauty of the northern area of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
Popular attractions in the local area include:
- Ben Lui Nature Reserve
- Falls of Falloch
- An Caisteal and Beinn a'Chroin, two Munros with rewarding ridge walking and stunning views across a wide expanse, from Loch Lomond to Ben Nevis
- For a more gentle alternative the Crianlarich Community Wood circuit is a short walk with fine views over the surrounding countryside
- The bustling and picturesque town of Callander on the River Teith
