Pitlochry Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Set in one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland, with stunning views over the town and surrounding area, Pitlochry Youth Hostel is perfectly located for anyone looking to explore Highland Perthshire.
Sitting away from the town's busy main street, all of the hostel's comfortable rooms are en-suite, and are perfectly suited for groups, families and individual travellers.
Guests can opt for continental breakfast served in the large dining room, with fantastic views over the beautiful Perthshire countryside, or take advantage of the well-equipped self-catering kitchen.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a laundry, drying room and free onsite parking. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. The hostel is licensed and there’s plenty of room to relax and enjoy a Scottish craft beer or glass of wine in one of the hostel’s two comfortable lounges, one with a TV.
Browse the shops, eat and drink in local restaurants, or visit the town’s two excellent distilleries. Other attractions include Pitlochry Festival Theatre, leaping salmon at the town’s fish ladder, Blair Castle and the Queen's View. Not forgetting the magical ‘Enchanted Forest’ in nearby Faskally woods in October - but remember to book early for this one!
Pitlochry 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) 1796 472 308 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 and knowledgeable staff
- Great location with fantastic views
- Secure lockers and luggage store
- Private ensuite rooms available
- Bike store
Pitlochry Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
March - October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00 - 10:00 and 16:00 - 22:00
Check in
16:00 - 22:00
Check out
07:00 - 10:00
Access Hours
The hostel is open to guests all day. Late arrival is available by prior arrangement
Amenities
Free Wifi
Private Rooms Available
En Suite Rooms Available
Family Rooms Available
Suitable for Groups
Catering Available
Self Catering Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Lounge/TV Room
Laundry Room
Drying Room
Secure Lockers
Luggage Store
Bike Store
Shopping Nearby
Complimentary Tea and Coffee available in Self Catering Kitchen
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Guest Reviews
15/08/19
It was a nice stay in a beautiful environment. The staff was very helpful to us and completed all of our wishes. The lakes and walking routes near by astonished us as well as the lovely town of Pitlochry, and the hostel was a perfect starting point to discover that all.Máté
09/08/19
Fantastic service from the staff at Pitlochry, who went beyond to ensure that I had a great stay.John
07/08/19
Best hostel I have every stayed in - great location - great mix of hostellers - great staff especially the manager. Loved my four nights there.Grace Mulholland
06/08/19
This time it was just for one night as a stop over on my way up to Kinlochbervie. But, this makes a great base for hill walking as I have previously found.Bob from Wrexham
04/08/19
The best equipped self catering kitchen I have seen for many years.Paul, England
04/08/19
Must walk to the peak of Ben Vackry. Spectacular view. I did it solo and felt perfectly safe. Track was easy to follow and find, and if lost there was always someone (eventually) to ask. Lady at reception (incredibly friendly) recommended it to me and very helpful with other local walk suggestions.oziedragonfly
26/07/19
Everything went smoothly. The cycle shed seems to have been repaired since last visit. Will be back.Cyclecky
20/07/19
Great location. Facility is well run by a charming and helpful manager. Great place to stayCorrie von Kotze
14/07/19
Such a great experience. I've wanted to see a red squirrel for decades and there was one in the hostel grounds! Friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room. Excellent facilitiesChris, London
09/07/19
Great location. Friendly staff.H
05/07/19
Excellent, comfortable stayElaine from Carlisle
30/06/19
A fantastic hostel in a great location with incredibly friendly and helpful staff. Really clean and well equipped.Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay in Pitlochry.Aimee
29/06/19
Excellent lovely location at the top of a hill above the town super views.Alan.
28/06/19
An airy setting with a view of the very pretty town and surroundings hills. Relaxed, welcoming staff, comfy, clean hostel with everything we needed. Well equipped kitchen. Loads of walking possibilities nearby.Claire
24/06/19
A lovely welcome from Yvonne set the tone for my one night's stay. I usually bring my own breakfast but ordered the continental breakfast and very much enjoyed it. Decent coffee which I (cheekily!) filled my flask with too and enjoyed later with lunch.Impressed to get a call from Yvonne to check that all was well when I hadn't turned up at 7.30 pm. A nice touch. Thank you.Anne from Aberdeen
24/06/19
We always enjoy our stays at Pitlochry Hostel. Staff friendly & helpful. Locatio ideal for many local activities (e.g. Blair Atholl & Festival Theatre. Would defnitely recommend hostel to other families.Peter
24/06/19
It's an ideally situated hostel with friendly, helpful staff and all the amenities.Daveswalking
21/06/19
A good hostel in a good location, with lots to do and lots to see.Roger Stevenson
20/06/19
Very friendly staff with excellent knowledge of the area. Hostel is very clean and comfortable.NFS
19/06/19
Fantastic location, helpful staff, clean and well kept property. Thanks for an enjoyable stayMark Johns
16/06/19
Always a friendly welcome here. Well situated for travelling by train this comfortable hotel makes a good stopping off point having been further north.PBP
14/06/19
Pleasantly surprised as this was my first stay in a hostel in over 30 years. Very quiet, very clean, very friendly check in host. While the location was beautiful and the views absolutely amazing, it was a bit of a climb for my poor husband who was lugging our bags, and a little difficult to find until we got some directions. Overall a great stay. Based on this experience, I would consider staying in more hostels in the future.Happy Traveller
09/06/19
An enjoyable experience in every way.Ianmc
09/06/19
Excellent service from staff. Lovely, well-kept hostel in a great location. Highly recommended.K
01/06/19
Excellent service, comfortable, good facilities, lots of knowledge, good local beer for sale.Alexander
29/05/19
Relaxed and friendly atmosphere in a traditional but very clean Hostel with all the facilities required. The stay was topped of by the extra mile the staff went to make sure I could have my breakfast earlier than planned before a long days cycle. Well done team Hostelling Scotland.Kenny
28/05/19
Hostel serves its purpose perfectly, could do with a bit of modernisation but really it's perfect otherwise. The picture window from the dining room is stunning!Kieran
Sitting away from the town's busy main street, all of the hostel's comfortable rooms are en-suite, and are perfectly suited for groups, families and individual travellers.
Guests can opt for continental breakfast served in the large dining room, with fantastic views over the beautiful Perthshire countryside, or take advantage of the well-equipped self-catering kitchen.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a laundry, drying room and free onsite parking. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. The hostel is licensed and there’s plenty of room to relax and enjoy a Scottish craft beer or glass of wine in one of the hostel’s two comfortable lounges, one with a TV.
Browse the shops, eat and drink in local restaurants, or visit the town’s two excellent distilleries. Other attractions include Pitlochry Festival Theatre, leaping salmon at the town’s fish ladder, Blair Castle and the Queen's View. Not forgetting the magical ‘Enchanted Forest’ in nearby Faskally woods in October - but remember to book early for this one!
Pitlochry 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) 1796 472 308 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 and knowledgeable staff
- Great location with fantastic views
- Secure lockers and luggage store
- Private ensuite rooms available
- Bike store
Reasons to visit
Pitlochry sits in one of the most beautiful parts of Scotland. Easily accessible by train and bus, it's ideally situated for touring Highland Perthshire.
Set amidst hills, lochs and woodland, Pitlochry makes a superb base for outdoor enthusiasts wanting to explore the area's numerous walking and cycle routes.
The famous salmon ladder, Blair Castle, Blair Atholl Distillery and the Queen's View are not to be missed and Pitlochry Festival Theatre, known affectionately as the "Theatre in the Hills", offers a varied and exciting programme of events throughout the year.
Using the forest as a natural backdrop "The Enchanted Forest" in nearby Faskally Wood is a lighting show that is quite simply out of this world. Each October the autumn woodland is transformed into one of Scotland's premier light and sound experiences that dazzles and delights. Unmissable.
