Portree Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Located in the heart of Portree, capital of the Isle of Skye, and one of Scotland’s most popular destinations, Portree Youth Hostel offers a range of room types, from small private en-suites to shared accommodation, some with views over the Sound of Rassay. All rooms have USB charging points and most have individual bed lights.
Guests can opt for continental breakfast served in the dining room (please remember to pre-book), or make use of our well-equipped self-catering kitchen. WiFi is free for all guests and there’s a small, cosy lounge, laundry and drying room. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. Packed lunches are available for groups of 20 and over.
Surrounded by hills, Portree sits in a natural harbour, busy with fishing boats, pleasure craft and sightseeing cruises. The main town on the Isle of Skye, Portree offers a wide range of shops, galleries, sightseeing boat trips and fine restaurants serving delicious locally sourced food and drink.
The hostel has excellent public transport links and is only a short walk from the nearest bus stop. From here, local buses can help you explore the whole north side of the island with its wonderful scenery.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
Why stay?
- Helpful and informative staff
- Comfortable and friendly atmosphere
- Fantastic location with great sea views and beautiful sunsets
- Secure lockers and bike store
- Private ensuite rooms available
Portree Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
07:30-10:00 and 15:00-22:30
Check in
15:00-22:30
Check out
10:00
Access Hours
Late arrivals and access outside opening hours available by prior arrangement
Amenities
Free Wifi
Private Rooms
En Suite Rooms
Family Rooms
Lounge Area
Catering
Guest Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Laundry Room
Drying Room
Secure Lockers
Towel Hire
Shopping Nearby
Access with limited mobility
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Parking - Charges Apply (nearby or onsite)
Guest Reviews
14/03/20
Good location with friendly staff that makes for a pleasant stay.JT
04/03/20
The staff was really nice. We enjoyed the board games. I appreciate that everyone had two.pillowsPauline
02/03/20
Excellent welcoming staff and a very nice en suite room with double bed. Even had a kettle and coffee and tea - can't believe I was in a Youth Hostel. Very good value for money at £40 per night.The last time I stayed in a Youth Hostel on the Isle of Skye was in 1979 when I recall being berated by the Warden for not cleaning the showers properly -how times have changed! (for the better!)Mike Day
01/02/20
Absolutely stunning location and very quiet. Perfect for our needs.Elise
26/11/19
This is a fantastic, don't want to miss hostel. The best was the friendly, helpful staff making the stay most enjoyable!!Roy-Canada
09/11/19
Lovely place to stayLewis Clark
26/10/19
The friendliest and most welcoming staff! Really accommodating and helpful offering advice on the best things to do in Portree. Facilities were clean and of a good standard. The view from the dining area and lounge is incredible!/
25/10/19
Auberge de jeunesse très bien placée dans le centre de Portree. Parking devant l'AJ. Nous avions une chambre double confortable avec douche chaude et toilettes privées. Bois recommandons cette AJ très bien placée sur l'île de Skye.Ysé et Julia
18/09/19
The staff was super friendly and created a relaxed and social atmosphere.Jana
13/09/19
Close to all town facilities. Onsite parking, fabulous views of the loch from the lounge. All a traveller needs. Lacks a good drying room at present! Handy in Scotland!!Auburn
09/09/19
Fantastic location. Staff members Steve and Peter are real asset to the hostel. So very pleasant and helpful and they made us feel very welcome. Overall a very relaxing and pleasant experience. Hostel close to so many of Portree's facilities including the square where the buses drop. No shortage of eating places nearby.Lorraine, Glasgow, Scotland
06/09/19
Good place to stay.Magdalena
01/09/19
Very helpful staff, amazing and spacious dorm (biggest of all the ones I stayed in!) Almost next door to the bus stop! Great hostel!Maddy
01/08/19
Centrally located with nice view. The rooms are all en suite with comfy beds. Kitchen is big enough for a few groups of people to prepare their food. Overall a comfortable and wonderful stay.Victor
30/07/19
I havn't been hostelling for over 50 years and was delighted that in many ways it feels the same but with a very modern outlook. Caroline runs a neat ship and the hostel has plenty of space to cook, sit and eat and relax .. and of course is surrounded by some lovely hill walks .. which is what I came for.The Dalai Llama
28/07/19
Very spontaneously decided to go up to the Isle of Skye and was lucky enough to stay one night at the Portree Youth Hostel. I received a warm welcome from the sweet and very helpful staff and met some really nice people to spent the evening together. There is much to explore on the Isle of Skye so I would recommend staying at least 2-3 nights to have enough time for all the different spots. Portree was definitely one of the highlights of my trip through Scotland!Karoline
17/07/19
On a clear day the view from this hostel is beyond wonderful!Friendly staff and clean facilities.Johnny_d
25/06/19
The hostel is at the best possible location: 1 minute from the main square where all the buses stop, but also in the first line on the coast. The staff is friendly and helpful, and there is a really cosy lounge overlooking the bay.Aniko
17/06/19
There are not many budget options on the Isle of Syke so the hostel in Portree is a good choice.Geoff
15/06/19
Quick check in. No issues during stay, great location, met our needs whilst hill walkingMairi
10/06/19
Great place to stay!Eric
10/06/19
Lovely staff. Clean facilities. Excellent location. Would use again.Lindsay
10/06/19
Great hostel in a superb location. Great lounge and kitchen where you can prepare your own meals and get a rest. Clean rooms and bathrooms. ThanksAli
20/05/19
I recently spent one night at the youth hostel in Portree. I was delighted with the four bed dorm with en suite shower room. I slept well and was really pleased with the facilities. The kitchen was well-equipped and clean, and I enjoyed relaxing in the louge with the superb view south to the Skye Cuillin. I was also pleased to be able to be able to park immediately outside. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this hostel to others.Karen Thorburn
14/05/19
Great location - good clean room. will go again.Stuart
03/05/19
Top location at a small bay, friendly staff, comfortable cosy beds, private bathrooms per room,Inga
14/04/19
Cozy and warmCote
25/03/19
Perfect. The lounge is a cozy place to meet other guests. The dorms are not too big so it is quiet and pleasant to stay there. Even for 4 nights (that are the minimum for exploring this beautiful island). The location of the hostel is perfect. 2min from the main bus station of the isle. Welcoming and young staff. Use the "Car share" board that works!!niquilba
Guests can opt for continental breakfast served in the dining room (please remember to pre-book), or make use of our well-equipped self-catering kitchen. WiFi is free for all guests and there’s a small, cosy lounge, laundry and drying room. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. Packed lunches are available for groups of 20 and over.
Surrounded by hills, Portree sits in a natural harbour, busy with fishing boats, pleasure craft and sightseeing cruises. The main town on the Isle of Skye, Portree offers a wide range of shops, galleries, sightseeing boat trips and fine restaurants serving delicious locally sourced food and drink.
The hostel has excellent public transport links and is only a short walk from the nearest bus stop. From here, local buses can help you explore the whole north side of the island with its wonderful scenery.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
Why stay?
- Helpful and informative staff
- Comfortable and friendly atmosphere
- Fantastic location with great sea views and beautiful sunsets
- Secure lockers and bike store
- Private ensuite rooms available
Reasons to visit
Home to twelve Munros, including the famous Black Cuillin range with the Inaccessible Pinnacle, Skye is the ultimate playground for the outdoor enthusiast. But there's another side to Skye which includes its world-class restaurants, art studios, castles and crofting museums which chart the tumultuous history of its people from clan battles to the Highland Clearances. Skye is captivating on so many levels.
From the Old Man of Storr to Kilt Rock with its spectacular waterfall cascading into the sea. Follow the dinosaur footprints at low tide on Staffin Beach or head to the Quiraing, an iconic landscape made famous by films such as King Arthur Legend of the Sword, Prometheus, The BFG and Game of Thrones.
Nature lovers can go otter spotting in the harbour or take a boat trip to look out for the sea eagles, porpoises and seals that live off the coast. Travel to Waternish and take a boat trip to St Kilda, famous as the UK's only UNESCO world heritage site and home to nearly a million seabirds including the UK's largest colony of Atlantic Puffins.
Other attractions include:
- The Aros Centre
- The Fairy Glen
- Apothecary's Tower
- Neist Point
- Dunvegan Castle
- Dun Beag