Inverness Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Located in a quiet neighbourhood a short walk from the city centre, Inverness Youth Hostel offers guests four star VisitScotland accredited hostel accommodation.
A popular choice for individual travellers, backpackers, families and groups, the hostel has a range of private and en-suite rooms as well as spacious shared accommodation with individual lockers for those exploring the ‘Capital of the Highlands’ on a budget. Some of the rooms enjoy glorious views towards the Moray Firth.
Our café offers guests a selection of hot & cold beverages and confectionery throughout the day. Other facilities include a large, comfortable TV lounge, laundry and drying rooms and secure bike storage. Free on-site car parking is also available.
Opt for a cooked or continental breakfast served daily in the dining room or take advantage of the large, well equipped self-catering kitchen. Packed lunches are available for groups and evening meals are also available to pre-book. Luggage storage is free for all guests and reception is open to 2am for late check-ins.
Meeting room facilities can accommodate up to 30 people (theatre style) or 20 (boardroom style) with flexible catering packages available. Contact the hostel direct to enquire.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
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Why stay?
- Friendly knowledgeable staff
- Comfortable private rooms with ensuites available
- Secure lockers and luggage store
- Great breakfast
- Easy walking distance from the city centre
Inverness Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
07:00-10:00 and 15:00-23:00
Check in
16:00 - 21:00
Check out
07:00 - 10:00
Access Hours
A night porter is on duty between 23:00-02:00 for late check-in
Amenities
Free Wifi
Private Rooms
En Suite Rooms
Family Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Catering Available (Full Meal Service)
Guest Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Lounge/TV Room
Laundry Room
Towel Hire
Drying Room
Secure Lockers
Luggage Store
Bike Store
Conference/Meeting Facilities
Shopping Nearby
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Suitable for Wheelchair Users
Suitable for wheelchair users with assistance
Access with limited mobility
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Guest Reviews
26/03/20
In 2001 I stayed at your hostel for a couple of nights. So glad to return in 2020 and find it was even better than I remembered it! I wish I could've stayed longer... But I do plan to return to Inverness, so keep up your awesome work, I'll be back!Lurdes Fred
17/03/20
Modern purpose built hostel about 10-15 minutes walk from city centre. Easy access from main road into town. Staff welcoming and helpful. Clean and comfortable. Very good value. Good facilities - large kitchen and dining area, several lounges. Very pleasant stay.Dean
09/03/20
This Youth Hostel is ideal for groups touring the Highlands. The location is good as very close to the A9. Good car park for a coach and a range of dorm sizes for accommodating large mixed groups. EXCELLENT value.Bernie Mitchell
08/03/20
Fantastic friendly place to stay all the staff are most helpful and the room was clean comfortable and cosy.Peatbog faerie
03/03/20
Stayed with a friend for 2 nights in a twin ensuite room. Our visit was excellent from start to finish. Staff were friendly, welcoming and very keen to help. The room and beds were lovely and clean, and the shower was great. The kitchen was very well equipped with a large dining area and the lounge areas were excellent. Inverness itself is a delight to wander around and a walk along the river takes you quickly "out of town ". Would definitely recommend a visit.Sylvia
29/02/20
Have stayed several times over the past couple of years now, and has always been totally spot-on. Ideal.JLK
26/02/20
Very welcoming and clean hostel. The desk staff were helpful and friendly, made our stay so pleasant. The conference room was spacious and fit our small dance society perfectly for some morning workshops. A great experience overall and I would highly recommend Inverness Youth Hostel.Lucy M
25/02/20
The attendant was lovely and welcoming. Will be back again :)Meghan
24/02/20
Great kitchen facilities, nice quiet room and social areas lots of parking if you have a car.Sally T
20/02/20
All round excellent. Very friendly, professional and efficient staff. Clean and functional rooms and facilities. Very pleased to have stayed there and will do so again. Many thanks.Highlands Dave
20/02/20
Stayed here whilst skiing, at Cairngorm, to avoid the Aviemore crowds and would certainly do again. Fantatsic facility.Paul B
06/02/20
Great hostel, friendly and helpfull staff, clean bedroom, good facilities, great kitchen, relaxed atmosphere. Close to shops and centre of townDavid Allsop
30/01/20
ideal place to stay if visiting Inverness , close enough to walk into town but far enough out to be a quiet locationstevemuir
20/01/20
Great hostel,amenities amazing,Carol Anne
14/01/20
The BEST hostel I ever stayed in Scotland. Perfect. Highly recommend & I will be back.Jay
08/01/20
Excellent staff at reception, coped with my booking the wrong date! Very comfortable accommodation and friendly chef at breakfast.MikeP
08/01/20
Very comfortable.São Pinto da Costa
05/01/20
The hostel and the service was excellent in every away and although I arrived late, booking-in was handled both swiftly and efficiently and I was able to get to my room without a problem. The self-catering kitchen and eating area in the hostel were particularly notable and a joy to use. My stay overall was one that reinforces my view that the Scottish Hostels are some of the best in the world.Andy M
29/12/19
This was my third stay. Never disappointed; in fact, pleased that this time l didn't have push button showers.Fowlie
17/12/19
Stayed 3 times here good location, nice relaxed atmosphere and experienceHoward ROBINSON
06/12/19
I had such a lovely time at the hostel, I returned for a second night. They were just finishing a remodel of the front lobby, but staff was great, the new look (not that I saw the old look) was open and stylish and warm. Great kitchen and amenities!Dawn
04/12/19
Great staff. Great member kitchen facilities. Friendly and comfortable.chris glasgow
14/11/19
Excellent location. Very helpful on Reception. Clean warm room. Nice bed and shower. Good value breakfast and cheerful Chefs.Michael
11/11/19
Lovely place to stay in a nice part of town.Very clean single room with towels and en-suite, a bargain in this day and age.Peter
11/11/19
Inverness hostel is great in every way. There have been a lot of improvements and and the staff are really excellent!Andrew
11/11/19
Helpful staff in a clean, welcoming and friendly environment.Michael G
09/11/19
I loved staying here. Suited me down to the groundLyn
07/11/19
Friendly and efficient welcome.Spotlessly clean and well organised kitchen!Great location; good value.nikolaus
02/11/19
Clean, comfortable, great location - and brilliant value - what more could you ask.Richard
19/10/19
Excellent - brilliant hostelDavid Sleigh
Why stay?
- Friendly knowledgeable staff
- Comfortable private rooms with ensuites available
- Secure lockers and luggage store
- Great breakfast
- Easy walking distance from the city centre
Reasons to visit
Inverness and its surrounding area is steeped in history and no trip to would be complete without a visit to Loch Ness, the largest freshwater loch in the British Isles and home to the elusive 'Nessie'. Cruise on the loch and explore the ruins of Urquhart Castle which stands proudly on its banks, enjoying magnificent views of the surrounding area.
From Clava Cairns to Culloden Battlefield and Inverness Castle with its new viewpoint overlooking the city, you'll never be short of opportunities to connect with the past.
Stroll along the banks of the River Ness and discover the city's fine bars and restaurants or head to the Victorian Market or Eastgate Shopping Centre for a bit of retail therapy.
The Moray Firth is teeming with wildlife and, when the tide is right, local dolphins are often seen swimming close to shore at Chanonry Point on the Black Isle.
The Victorian seaside resort of Nairn is a short drive away and the surrounding countryside plays host to a number of distilleries where you can discover the secrets of Scotland's national drink.
