Glen Nevis
About About this youth hostel ....
Near the bustling town of Fort William and sitting at the foot of Ben Nevis this five star VisitScotland accredited youth hostel, Glen Nevis offers contemporary hostel accommodation with a wide range of private en-suite rooms and comfortable shared dorms with secure under-bed storage, USB power sockets and bedside lighting for every bed.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, an open-plan living space with log-burning stove and panoramic mountain views, large deck, drying room, laundry and a secure bike store. The hostel has a ramped access from the car park and two accessible rooms with wet room facilities.
Glen Nevis 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) 1397 702 336 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?
- Fantastic location at the foot of Ben Nevis with panoramic mountain views
- Perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Licensed café bar, serving hot drinks, local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel
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Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
07:00 : 10.00 - 14:00 : 22:00
Check in
15:00 - 22:00
Check out
07:00 - 10:00
Access Hours
Please advise us if you are likely to arrive outside the standard check-in times. Please vacate the hostel by 10am on the day of departure. The hostel is closed between 10:00hrs and 14:00hrs for cleaning.
Amenities
Free Wifi
En Suite Rooms
Lounge Area
Suitable for Groups
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Laundry Room
Drying Room
Luggage Store
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Catering Available (Breakfast Only)
Alcohol Licence
Towel Hire
Secure Lockers
Bike Store
Free Parking (limited on-site) p
Group catering packages available on request and by prior arrangement
Pet Dogs Welcome
Guest Reviews
26/07/2024
Fabulous location for exploring Ben Nevis. I hope to spend more time here in the future. A comfortable stay with excellent, immaculate facilities.Megan L
21/07/2024
Very good facilities & friendly staffJane
20/07/2024
Very good hostel and facilities.Mike-Glasgow
19/07/2024
Free coffee and tea.Good equipment kitchen.We had a great time.Sandra
17/07/2024
Stunning stay for a chilled and active. Adventure!Raj
17/07/2024
Stunning stay with mountains and bubbling river sounds all aroundRaj
15/07/2024
Great location and value for money with great facilities and friendly staff.Derek and Olena
15/07/2024
Can honestly say one of the nicest hostels I've stayed in. Great facilities, all very clean, big enough so can have your own space and literally across the road form Ben Nevis... would happily stay here againLora Briggs
14/07/2024
Great location with friendly staff. Highly recommend staying here for anyone wanting to climb Ben Nevis. Nothing better than finishing the walk and going for a hot shower hahaFrancis
13/07/2024
First time I've stayed in a youth hostel for decades and what a great experience. We were with my cousins from the USA who wanted to visit the Highlands and this was an ideal base for walking up Steall Gorge, a day in Glenfinnan and visiting Glencoe. Thanks.Carol H
10/07/2024
Great location and a lovely hostel. Warm, dry and comfortable with a large kitchen and dining/lounge area.Andrew Milne
10/07/2024
Great experience staying at Glen Nevis :)Guest Review
10/07/2024
Brilliant location and a great hostel.Iain
09/07/2024
My first Hostel experience and if they are all like this then I don't know why I haven't used these sooner. I have no complaints and will certainly be back :)Sarah
08/07/2024
This is the most perfect place to stay beautifully decorated and the staff are friendly and welcomingGuest Review
07/07/2024
Excellent and great value for money.Guest Review
05/07/2024
Really cosy hostel. Rooms are spacious and clean. Very modern and relaxing communal areas. Really very good!Paul W
03/07/2024
FantasticDick Sale
02/07/2024
Great Hostel in a good location.Shaun
02/07/2024
Great value in a great LocationAndy C
01/07/2024
Great stay all round perfection.Jim
29/06/2024
Brilliant - will be coming again!Guest Review
27/06/2024
Perfect lokation just at the food of Ben Nevis. Clean and comfortable rooms. Good atmosphere.Hanne
25/06/2024
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel was one of the best hostels I stayed at in Scotland. Very easy to reach by bus. The Ben Nevis path starts right in front of the hostel. I met nice people with whom I hiked, which made everything so much more enjoyable. I also met people with various backgrounds with whom I've shared experiences, which was awesome. The hostel was very clean, everywhere and everything looked so new and smelled great. I had a wonderful time here and will definitely return.Guest Review
24/06/2024
The hostel was clean, tidy and convenient. All of the staff were friendly and there way plenty of space despite a full Hostel.Katie Ovenden
24/06/2024
Nice little hostel.Lee gee mints
19/06/2024
Bang onRob reeves
18/06/2024
I stayed at this hostel several years ago and it had felt a bit basic so was really pleased to see all the improvements that have happened. Great facilities and great location.LB
18/06/2024
Would recommend to families looking for a clean, safe and welcoming environmentSF
18/06/2024
Flexible and helpful staff at any timeSteffi
Reasons to visit
Glen Nevis Youth Hostel sits at the foot of Ben Nevis with a path to the mountain leading directly from its door. And with Britain's highest mountain, a world class mountain biking course and some of Scotland's most dramatic landscapes on its doorstep it's no wonder Glen Nevis is one of the most popular destinations in our network.
The area is also home one of the highest waterfalls in Scotland, the Steall Falls. The walk to the falls is spectacular and suitable for most abilities with the correct footwear.
For those looking for an adrenaline rush, other activities in the area include sea kayaking, white water rafting, winter sports and a high wire adventure course. Off Beat Bikes in Fort William also offer bike hire (standard, tandem & tourers), as well as detailed route advice and information about local cycling routes.
Described as the greatest railway journey in the world and a must for Harry Potter fans, the Jacobite steam train made famous by the Harry Potter movies takes you on an 84 mile round trip past a list of impressive extremes. Starting near the highest mountain in Britain it then visits Britain’s most westerly mainland railway station, passes the deepest freshwater loch in Britain and the shortest river in Britain, before ending its journey next to the deepest seawater loch in Europe!