Portree
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 sits in a natural harbour, surrounded by hills and offers a range of accommodation from small private en-suites to spacious shared dorms, some with magnificent sea views. All rooms have USB charging points and most have individual bed lights.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, a small, cosy lounge with stunning views over the Sound of Rassay, a laundry and drying room. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
There is a large long-stay car park nearby which is free between the hours of 8pm - 8am. Outside these times charges apply, ranging from £1 for 2 hours to £4.50 for 12 hours.
Please note: Accommodation at this hostel is on 3 different levels and there is no lift.
‘Wee Breakfast’ available (Please remember to pre-book).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Fantastic seafront location with magnificent views
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Excellent public transport links with many local attractions within easy reach
- Wide range of shops, galleries and sightseeing boat trips nearby
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Portree Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
08:00-10:00 and 16:00-22:00
Check in
16:00 - 22:00
Check out
By 10:00
Access Hours
Late arrivals and access outside opening hours available by prior arrangement
Amenities
Free Wifi
En Suite Rooms
Lounge Area
Laundry Room
Secure Lockers
Shopping Nearby
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Catering
Drying Room
Towel Hire
Access with limited mobility
Parking - Charges Apply (nearby or onsite)
Guest Reviews
15/09/2025
Perfect location and lovely staff!Cara
13/09/2025
I really enjoyed my stay here, the atmosphere is very good.Yes
13/09/2025
Comfortable room; good vibe and central location on Portree.Yes
02/09/2025
I had a great time in Skye thanks to Portree Hostel: it's very clean, the rooms are nice, the staff is great and very helpful. The main room is so friendly. Overall experience a total success. I would definitely recommend and come back.Mercedes
28/08/2025
Excellent locationThanksHakim
26/08/2025
Loved our stay in Portree Youth Hostel. Pleasant and helpful staff, spotlessly clean and just well run.Felicity Wyche
22/08/2025
Exceptional Stay Experience. This place offers incredible value with a fantastic location that makes exploring easyMark
22/08/2025
Trip to Skye was fabulous,great base to get around the island ,great facilities and very friendly staff ,thankyou Portree!!!Gillyboy
18/08/2025
Very nice place, great people, a fantastic view at lounge and super comfortable.Facilites topMaria Rodrigues
15/08/2025
Excellent located, very friendly staff, absolutely clean, room with bathroom ensure, laundry very reasonable - what can you ask for more?Werner Roggenkemper Zürich
15/08/2025
Portree YHA is a good location for a stay at Isle of SkyeS. & family
10/08/2025
Very pleasant. Friendly staff and comfortableRichard
06/08/2025
ExcellentMatthew Dodds
02/08/2025
Well placed hostel to access Skye . Great experience supported by friendly helpful staff. Brilliant value.David
22/07/2025
Great Veiw and staff!Trish Mann
18/07/2025
Great experiences, clean, friendly staff who have a great attitudeChris
16/07/2025
Great stay…first time staying in a Hostel & our expectations were exceededYes
13/07/2025
Great value & superb location. The best base from touring Skye. Portree and Skye scenery. Mountains. Waterfalls. Fairy pools. Old man of Storr. Nest point Lighthouse walk. Well with a 6 hour drive from fife.The Browning’s
13/07/2025
I am a member and in the ten years we have used the SYHA we have enjoyed every stay at every venueColin smith
12/07/2025
Amazing location and view from the hostelAnthony
04/07/2025
We had two day here and it was just right for our needs. Easy to reach within the center of where we were visiting.steve and kaye
30/06/2025
A good budget option.Geoff
29/06/2025
Good place!Christine
29/06/2025
Fabulous hostel right in the centre of town, great place to stay and friendly helpful staff.Adam
28/06/2025
Very comfortable stay, close to centre of town. The hostel was very well equipped for our needs . Room was a good size and comfortable. Bathroom, although small, offers a great shower. Only thing lacking was a car park for visitors (although there is a council car park across the road- free between 8pm-8am.)Wendy
15/06/2025
Ideal location. Value for money. Views from the dining room over the water.The Browning’s.
14/06/2025
The staff, my daughter their way to make sure we had everything we needed. We were welcoming and always ready for a chat.Jerry
12/06/2025
excellentSmally
05/06/2025
Great location good size en-suite roomGary
03/06/2025
Welcoming staff, beautiful view in the loung, amazing well-stocked and clean kitchen, localisationAnn
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