Glencoe
About About this youth hostel ....
Set in one of Scotland’s most spectacular and historic glens, this alpine-style hostel is a popular base for walkers and climbers of all abilities and offers a great range of accommodation from comfortable private rooms to shared dorms and a glamping pod that sits in the hostel grounds and comfortably sleeps two adults in a double bed with en-suite shower and toilet along with a fridge and microwave. It even has a small porch area to relax and enjoy the view.
To check availability and book the POD, please contact the hostel direct: +44 (0) 1855 811 219, call our reservation team: 0345 293 7373, or email: hello@hostellingscotland.org.uk.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, spacious dining room, a small, cosy lounge, private lockers and one of the best drying rooms in the Scottish Highlands! Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. The hostel also offers on-site parking and a secure bike store.
Glencoe is a dog-friendly ‘WoofHostel’. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1855 811 219 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 in one of Scotland’s most iconic glens
- Great base for hillwalkers and climbers
- Close to Glencoe Mountain Resort
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Licensed, serving local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Glencoe Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
07:30-10:00 and 16:00-21:30
Check in
16:00 - 21:30
Check out
By 10:00
Access Hours
The youth hostel is closed between 10:00-16:00
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Family Rooms
Drying Room
Secure Lockers
Private Rooms
Access with limited mobility
Alcohol Licence
Catering Available (Breakfast Only)
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
'Heat it and Eat Meals' available
Free Wifi
Bike Store
Laundry Room
Luggage Store
Lounge/TV Room
Suitable for Groups
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Packed Lunches Available
Towel Hire
Guest Reviews
12/09/2024
Only stayed one night but great hostel, big kitchen dinning area. Good hot showers and cleanSam Campbell
11/09/2024
The Hostel in Glencoe was a really nice experience ! well located, Thomas was great and the room also !Pauline
10/09/2024
No complains, good place in a superb location.Guest Review
10/09/2024
Lovely stayGuest Review
04/09/2024
Very goodGuest Review
03/09/2024
Excellent location in the magnificent Glencoe. The staff were helpful and kind. The hostel was clean, and the beds were comfortable.Ori
03/09/2024
Overall my stay was excellent. The staff were helpful. The hostel facilities were also very good.Graeme Donnelly
02/09/2024
a great hostel!Guest Review
02/09/2024
Glencoe YH is an old favourite of mine and continues to provide a great hostelling experience. Warden was friendly and helpful.George
02/09/2024
Everything was excellent. The staff was friendly, helpful. Clean and well organized.Guest Review
29/08/2024
Fantastic hostel, massive kitchen, great location, amazing staff, can't wait to come back again!JA-W
26/08/2024
Wonderful experience. Friendly staff, clean&comfortable room.Jeff
24/08/2024
There is nothing I would change about my stay. I had a great timeRonja T.
23/08/2024
The Pod is an exciting experience with an excellent view. That the weather was bad, was a pity and independent of the accommodation.Kitchen clean and functional. Very friendly staff.Merlet
21/08/2024
Very nice family experience at Glencoe youth hostel. Fabulous situation, warm and welcoming staff, comfortable rooms, very moderate prices for the région. Don't hesitate to book your breakfast.Chris
18/08/2024
Friendly. Good atmosphere. Good location.Guest Review
16/08/2024
We are a family and we stayed at Glencoe Youth Hostel for just one night, but that was enough to make our stay memorable, all services yuo may need are available and our host very friendly and efficient.Emanuele
15/08/2024
The Youth Hostel is a nice place to be in summer.Cosme
10/08/2024
We had a very nice stay, the beds were comfy, lockers available, shower warm and kitchen well equipped!Stella
10/08/2024
Glencoe youth hostel is a good base to explore the scotish highlands and to meet new people. The Hostel and it‘s staff is great!Guest Review
09/08/2024
Great hostel, comfy beds and good facilitiesGuest Review
09/08/2024
Not stayed in a hostel for many years and was pleased with the accessibility and friendly atmosphereGuest Review
05/08/2024
We had a great stay.Guest Review
04/08/2024
The pod was a little bit of luxury in a fantastic setting. Breakfast was plentiful and fresh, and the staff really friendly and helpful. We'd definitely recommend staying here….especially if you can get the pod!Liz
03/08/2024
3 night stay. Absolutely perfect. Doesn't get much better than this. Super clean, location is amazing, superb facilities and a very friendly and helpful welcome by the staff, Thank you all.Jenny and Dave
03/08/2024
The hostel is in a fantastic location, clean, nice lounge, well organisedBeatrice and Daniel
02/08/2024
Staff and accommodation was great!Ange Cameron
29/07/2024
Would stay again, great staff, facilities & locationFrankGuth
28/07/2024
We stayed one night and it was very good: well located, very well equipped. A good address for roaming.Guest Review
22/07/2024
Glencoe is still the most spectacular place in Britain to visit. The Youth Hostel has been updated and has one 9f the best Wardens in all of the service.BrianM
Reasons to visit
Whatever outdoor activity you’re into, Glencoe couldn’t be better placed to fuel your sense of adventure. Whether you’re a hiker, white water rafter, mountain biker or simply there to capture the changing light as the clouds slip across the mountain tops, there’s something here for everyone.
From avid mountaineers to more leisurely strollers there will be a walk for you in the famous Pass of Glencoe.
Discover the Lost Valley or tackle Britain’s finest ridge walk, the Aonach Eagach, before relaxing and planning your next adventure at the Clachaig Inn, a ten minute walk from the hostel.
If it's activity sports you're after, there's mountain biking and winter sports in Glencoe and the nearby Kinlochleven Climbing Centre will help top up your adrenaline needs!
For a more relaxing afternoon, the National Trust Visitor Centre is great way to spend a few hours.
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