Glen Affric
About About this youth hostel ....
A former stalking bothy on the Affric Estate, this friendly eco-hostel is unique, remote and offers a warm welcome and an unforgettable experience in one of the most beautiful glens in Scotland.
A wind turbine and solar panels provide warm water and electricity, while the comfortable common room and kitchen are heated by wood and coal fires.
The hostel has two private rooms, as well as comfortable dorm accommodation. Because of its remote location, provisions are limited and we ask guests to bring their own sleeping bags, torch, food, drink and appropriate clothing for the duration of their stay. There is a small hostel shop which sells soft drinks, juices, chocolate bars, healthy snacks, crisps and pouch meals.
There is no WiFi or mobile phone reception at the hostel.
The hostel is only accessible on foot or by mountain bike, so please plan ahead, take into consideration the weather conditions and allow plenty of time. Its unique location is the closest you’ll get to an alpine hut in Scotland and a great experience waits for anyone prepared to make the effort to visit.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Please check the availability calendar on this website before travelling to the hostel.
- Remember to be prepared - plan ahead, carefully decide the best route for you and always allow for the weather conditions.
- The hostel is situated on the Affric/Kintail Way, a long distance path which has occasional signposts. However, we recommend that you bring a good map, a compass and torch, along with appropriate clothing for often very changeable weather conditions.
- There is no refuse collection at the hostel, so anything you bring with you will need to leave with you!
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- One of a kind!
- Remote mountain location with stunning views
- Warm welcome and fantastic hospitality
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Glen Affric Youth Hostel
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Facilities & Services
Season
April to September
Reception Hours
07:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 22:00
Check in
17:00 - 22:00
Check out
07:00 - 10:00
Access Hours
Our porch is available for shelter outside opening hours
Amenities
Private Rooms
Drying Room
Guest Reviews
22/07/2024
Amazing location. Unique place to stay for one night or more if you want to do some local walks.Tom Provoost
17/07/2024
On arrival was greeted by Thomas who showed me round and made me extremely welcomed , explained where bed area was and discussed facilities available. A very pleasant experience all round@hikingwithmichael
16/07/2024
Great location for some remote Munro's. Tom was an excellent hostel host and the atmosphere was great fun.Lucy
13/07/2024
The Glen Affric hostel simply must be one of the best - for location, for the complete absence of WiFi (yes, that is wonderful!), for the simple but more than adequate facilities, for the welcome from the (relief) warden, Tomasz, for the interest and experiences of fellow-travelers - as a location that may be hard to get to, but rewards all those steps in the bog along the way with a memorable stay - brilliant!Chris Spray
11/07/2024
A very enjoyable overnight stay in the company of other hikers from various parts of Europe as well as the UKSkyeguy
08/07/2024
Wonderful warden, special place, great company. Thank you Hostelling Scotland..Moira
03/07/2024
WonderfulColin Preston
02/07/2024
Very clean and had everything we needed. Hostel has lots of character.Kirstie
02/07/2024
This hostel was great given it remoteness we were very surprised and pleased how good it was.Guest Review
27/06/2024
Great atmosphere and location with interesting friendly guests. Would highly recommend to outdoor loversStephen Mason
26/06/2024
Great hostel, run in the style of an alpine hut. Impressively stocked and powered, given the location, with the green energy supply.Steve Feltbower
21/06/2024
Very good convenient location and friendly hostelAlan
05/06/2024
Glen Affric YHA is a gem - loved staying there. Its made really clear on the website what you do & don't need to take, but in general it was better equipped and cozier than I had expected. These are the sort of quirky places you remember.AB
05/06/2024
The hostel provided everything we needed for accessing the remote Glen Affric munros.Eve S
04/06/2024
a proper hostel!David
03/06/2024
Loved every minute despite some difficult weather. Please keep this hostel as it is, no mod cons needed!DiM
03/06/2024
Alltbeithe is a wee gem.Highlander
02/06/2024
ExcellentGuest Review
01/06/2024
Amazing place, basic but warm, cosy and welcoming. Warden was fantastic in difficult circumstances during our stay. If you get the chance...stay here!Emily
30/05/2024
Stunning location worth every step of the long walk in to stay at this cosy little placeVinny
29/05/2024
Unique!John
24/05/2024
Glen Affric hostel is a very special place, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, surrounded by beautiful mountains and amidst important regenerating flora and fauna. Make the effort to get there and you'll find like-minded folk enjoying the warm welcome of Scott or Kirra and fired-up by their own adventures.Guy C
23/05/2024
A lovely warm and welcoming pit stop along the Glen Affric trail. Friendly, helpful and very experienced knowledgeable staff.Ainlee
22/05/2024
Fun, well located, good valueDevonsailor
13/05/2024
Wonderful, wild, peaceful hostel. Location is spectacular and incredibly memorable. 2024 summer warden Scott is very friendly and helpful and the hostel has a really nice atmosphere.Hannah
11/05/2024
Fab host and excellent accommodation for such a remote area. Great facilities and very comfortable bunk bed.Natalie
09/05/2024
An amazing place. I stayed here to climb munros.Zoe
08/05/2024
Scott had the two wood-burning stoves going - the place was warm and comfortable and had a great atmosphere, with guests and Scott chatting late in to the night. Rustic, original hostel accommodation in a quite fantastic location.Richard Macgowan.
06/05/2024
A unique and must-do hostel, in a remote and walk/cycle-in only location. More of these required. The value of conversation and meeting other people, true hosteling.Keith McGuinness
06/05/2024
Excellent stay, made by Scott and the location.Tom
Reasons to visit
Nestled amongst beautiful scenery, this former stalking bothy on the Glen Affric Estate is a haven for walkers and mountain bikers, nature lovers and those seeking solitude.
One for real outdoor enthusiasts, the hostel has 15 Munros on its doorstep and good tracks wind through the valleys for both walking and mountain biking.
The Falls of Glomach, a seven mile walk from the hostel, is well worth a visit.