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
24/09/2024
A great place to stay for a week on Skye. Buses stop nearby to get around the island. It's a pleasant hostel.Guest Review
23/09/2024
Helpfull and friendly staff Cleaned to a good standard Hot showersPaul B
19/09/2024
Great location, clean rooms and friendly staff. Definitely would back there again.Marcin
19/09/2024
Great location and viewGuest Review
15/09/2024
I really enjoyed my 3 night stay at this hostel, the location was perfect for me, the staff was friendly, helpfull and very chatty with a lot of great recommondations for reataurants, higing spots and hidden gems. The rooms and bathrooms are well kept and very clean, the kitchen was very well equipped and functional and the scenery is just gorgeous. Would recommend 100%, will be back deffinitelly!!!Polona
13/09/2024
Nice location in the middle of Portree. Very friendly staff and a nice clean, comfortable room to sleep in with a hot shower after a long day. I really liked the asmoshere in the hostel.Femke
06/09/2024
We had a great stay at this hostel. The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. The location was perfect. Great value for money, and we would definitely stay here again.Ori
27/08/2024
Well located, cared for as much as possible by the staff there and well appreciate by visitorsGyles
22/08/2024
Very pleasant place. Staff were lovely. Great atmosphere.Guest Review
21/08/2024
Quiet and clean hostel with good facilities and access to paid car parking only a short walk from the Main Street of Portree.Niamh
19/08/2024
Nice place, very convenient !Delphine
14/08/2024
It was a very nice experience! The staff was very helpful and friendly, the room was spacious enough and the bathroom was nice and clean. I had everything I needed and I am very happy with my stayviktoriia
12/08/2024
The best place to stay in PortreeSamuel Hall
12/08/2024
Great place for overnighting or longer stays. Receptionists always create first impressions and we received an excellent first impression here, followed by a very happy stayGuest Review
10/08/2024
Portree youth hostel is a good base to explore the Isle of Skye and to meet new people. The Hostel and it‘s staff is great!Guest Review
08/08/2024
The location is wonderful and very easy to reach , people are friendly and kitchen is very well equippedCristina
05/08/2024
Great value for priceGuest Review
05/08/2024
Great location and friendly helpful staff.Guest Review
04/08/2024
Very clean rooms, kitchen is well equiped, including a microwave which some other hostels do not have.Steve
04/08/2024
Great choice to explore Skye! It more than met my expectationsAlex
02/08/2024
Great experience !Karine
01/08/2024
All was great, thank you !Guest Review
31/07/2024
Splendid views, good rooms, kind staff. Thank you!Alex
25/07/2024
Perfect location to enjoy the beauty of SkyeFabian
20/07/2024
The view from room 5 is great, overall very clean place. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is pretty chill.Patchesus
19/07/2024
The hostel is very nice and well located, close to Portree Square. The staff is very helpful. The rooms quite comfortable. I spent just one night, but would definitely come back.Sanny
15/07/2024
Very nice hostel. Great location. Kitchen well equipped.
13/07/2024
Good place, nice peopleAnabel
07/07/2024
Good location in a beautiful spot of the world.Guest Review
07/07/2024
I had an amazing stay, the hostel is clean and comfortable. The views and lounge area are the best part.Alejandra Flores
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