Glencoe Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Set in one of Scotland’s most spectacular and historic glens, not far from Glencoe village, this alpine-style youth hostel offers a range of comfortable accommodation. Guests can choose from cosy solid wood panelled rooms to larger family rooms and shared accommodation.
Guests can opt for continental breakfast (please remember to pre-book), or prepare their own in the hostel’s well equipped, open plan kitchen. Other facilities include a spacious dining room, a small, cosy lounge and one of the best drying rooms in the Scottish Highlands! The hostel also offers on-site parking and a secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception and guests can relax in the evening with a Scottish craft beer or a glass of wine.
Glencoe Youth Hostel is the perfect base for walkers and climbers of all abilities - not just in summer, but all year round; perfect if you're going for a scramble in Coire Gabhail - the dramatic Lost Valley - or tackling Britain's finest ridge walk, the Aonach Eagach, which ends at the hostel.
Visit nearby Glencoe mountain resort for skiing and mountain biking or cycle the Sustrans path to Oban. Or simply relax and be inspired by the dramatic scenery and history of this famous glen.
Glencoe 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) 1855 811 219 to check availability. There is a small charge of £5 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
Why stay?
- Friendly, welcoming staff with great local knowledge
- Fantastic location in the heart of Glencoe
- Secure lockers and luggage store
- Private rooms available
- Secure bike store
Glencoe Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year (November to February: Tuesday to Saturday only, RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00-10:00 and 15:00-23:00
Check in
15:00-23:00
Check out
07:00-10:00
Access Hours
The youth hostel is closed between 10:00-15:00
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Free Wifi
Family Rooms
Bike Store
Drying Room
Laundry Room
Secure Lockers
Luggage Store
Private Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Access with limited mobility
Lounge/TV Room
Alcohol Licence
Guest Kitchen
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Catering Available (Breakfast Only)
Packed Lunches Available
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Towel Hire
'Heat it and Eat Meals' available
Guest Reviews
05/01/20
A fabulous new year's stay in the unique Glencoe hostel. A bustling, warm atmosphere, friendly & helpful staff and the perfect base for exceptional Munro walking and for a memorable Hogmanay.Justin
22/12/19
Very well equipped, very clean and Tom and Thomas were super friendly and helpful.Alex W
15/12/19
Thomas went out of his way to look after us. Excellent service and cleanliness.Merryl (Australia)
03/12/19
Glencoe is perfectly suited to the outdoor community. As it should be! You are lucky to have a manager like Thomas. Thank you.MikeM
10/11/19
Great value for money, had a pleasant stay. Very nice and clean!Anna
05/11/19
Great place to stay...really good for Glencoe and area. Lovely to be so close to the hills and the riverLu Younger
01/11/19
Haven't stayed in a hostel for 25 years and despite trepidation, was a great experience. Very reasonable and great check in staff. The people bit made all the difference. Knowledgable and chatty, while giving you space. I'll be back. Alan.Alan Mc
28/10/19
Stayed her a few times, must book in advance because it gets full very quickly. Perfect base to explore the hills or surrounding areas by car. Very good pub/restaurant 1.6km down the road with good food at very good prices. Hostel is very clean, water in showers are warm, beds are comfy and kitchen is very well stocked.JohanM
24/10/19
A great hostel with a modernised interior and a modern spacious self-catering kitchen. Private room not en-suite but that is fairly normal in older converted buildings. On a quiet side road close to the pass of Glencoe, with plenty of parking.Andy Chapman
22/10/19
Excellent location to Glencoe and Glen Etive as well as Fort William (Aonoch Eagach actually starts/finishes behind hostel). Spacious hostel - good showers and drying room. Friendly staff. Overall very good value for money. Co-op just a few miles away in Ballachuish and Clachaig Inn an excellent pub one mile away.Ryan
21/10/19
Was perfectly situated and had great facilities as well as a drying room ideal for after hill walking. Reasonably priced for a private twin room.James Campbell
21/10/19
Excellent hostel with super kitchen facilities. Clean quiet. Very friendly staff.Francesca Vassalli
09/10/19
Brilliant as always. I feel very comfortable in the Glen Coe hostel. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the location is perfect.P0acher
09/10/19
Great welcome nothingToo much troubleMark Stroud
27/09/19
A favorite hostel. In the heart of this beautiful place. All the amenities needed for a comfortable stay and du cooking. A bit far from the big hill walks and public transit if you don't have a car.Frances
24/09/19
I only stayed for one night but the hostel and experience was great.Mark Haynes
23/09/19
Great hostel in a stunning location, ideal base for climbing the nearby Munro's. The staff are very frendily & go above beyond to make your stay a great one. A big thank you to the hostel Warden, Thomas & his team 5*Yanman
16/09/19
The washer, dryer, and drying room wete a lifesaver! Loved that you could purchase beer and wine. Enjoyed the cozy atmosphere too. Definitely recommend this place!!!Katryn
13/09/19
Friendly, welcoming hostel. Excellent value for money and extremely clean. Set in a beautiful location with several walks on the doorstep. Excellent self catering facilities, although I chose not to cook. Fridges available to store food. Showers very clean, as were the bedrooms. Thorough daily cleaning. Very comfortable sitting area.Esther
28/08/19
This is my my first experience staying in a hostel accommodation. 2 things that stand out. 1) Location and facilities in the hostel (esp the shared kitchen)2) Very friendly staff and other guests with whom one gets to interact with. We may not get this experience in any other hotel stayArun
21/08/19
Great. Many thanks.Duncan Toms
13/08/19
Very clean and comfortable. The staff were very welcoming and very accommodating. The hostel had a relaxed and family friendly atmosphere. A great first experience of hosteling in Scotland.Briggs-Brown Family
12/08/19
Third time here, a great experience and friendly welcome.J Elfred
22/07/19
A gorgeous location, an efficient and friendly manager (Thomas the bibliophile), a spotless room/lounge/kitchen, comfy beds and rooms.Camille & Georgia
21/07/19
A very reasonably priced hostel, continental breakfast was good and the self-catering facilities are excellent. Very helpful staff, washroom facilities were good (have to bring own towel or hire). Beautiful location.Nat
14/07/19
Great location with great facilitiesYes
11/07/19
Climbing to Signal Rock was a perfect hike for us as non-hikers who wanted to see some natural beautyNo
28/06/19
stay was to shortjohn
Why stay?
- Friendly, welcoming staff with great local knowledge
- Fantastic location in the heart of Glencoe
- Secure lockers and luggage store
- Private rooms available
- Secure bike store
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.
