Stirling Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Four star VisitScotland accredited Stirling Youth Hostel is set in the grounds of stunning Erskine Church, just a short walk from historic Stirling Castle, high above the town centre, with magnificent views over the surrounding area.
A perfect choice for groups, families and individual travellers, the hostel offers a range of comfortable en-suite rooms and spacious shared accommodation, many with great views over the surrounding countryside. Guests can opt for continental breakfast served in our bright and spacious dining room, or make use of our large, well-equipped self-catering kitchen. Dinner and packed lunches are also available by prior arrangement for groups of ten or more. Please remember to pre-book your food.
Other facilities include free WiFi, private lockers, USB plug sockets, two large lounge areas and a meeting room for private use. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Limited on-site car parking available.
Stirling Youth Hostel is a great base to explore the many attractions in and around the area. The Castle and Old Town Jail are just a short walk away, while The Wallace Monument and Bannockburn Visitor Centre can be reached by car or public transport. Blair Drummond Safari Park (open March to October) is easily accessible by car for a fun family day out. Edinburgh and Glasgow are within easy reach with good public transport links to both cities.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
Why stay?
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Fantastic location very close to Stirling Castle
- Great Breakfast!
- Secure lockers
- Luggage storage
- Private ensuite rooms available
Stirling Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year (November - March: Thursday to Sunday only, RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00 - 23:00 (night porter from 23:00 - 07:00 for late check in)
Check in
16:00
Check out
10:00
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
Secure Lockers
Shopping Nearby
Bike Store
Conference and meeting facilities
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Access with limited mobility
Suitable for wheelchair users with assistance
Suitable for Wheelchair Users
Guest Reviews
16/10/19
This has been my hostel of choice for the last few nights of my last three Scotland trips. The location is great, being inside the old town walls & a couple minutes walk from Stirling Castle. There's plenty to do and the hostel is less than 1.5 hours to Glasgow Airport via commuter train & airport express bus.Charles
14/10/19
Great location, very friendly service and breakfast was very tasty. Great value for moneyKmwood
08/10/19
The room was simple but nice, clean and practical. The beds were soft and comfortable. We had a fantastic view over Stirling.SARAH
12/09/19
Lovely hostel, friendly and efficient staff, good location,good experience.No
10/09/19
We used the meeting room for a short meeting. Great location, friendly staff, good coffee.LM
05/09/19
Excellent location in the middle of the town.Peter
10/08/19
Very nice stay in a beautiful location.No
05/08/19
Lovely hostel. Staff were so accommodating of our family's needs. Helpful with parking out oversized van and making sure we got breakfast even though we came late.Penny
02/08/19
Hostel was quiet and relaxing, in excellent central location. Will come again.Dave Hutchinson
30/07/19
beautiful building in heart of Stirling, superb central location and facilitiesDylan
24/07/19
Excellent hostel; and a spacious kitchen and eating area. The reception person knew what time Stirling castle was open till; and also knew about early morning shopping. thank youNo
22/07/19
Excellent hostel. Great position in the centre of town. Nice old building. Super friendly staff.John from Leeds
24/06/19
I can highly recommend this Youth Hostel, the Location is amazing, the People who are working there are very helpful and friendly and everything is very clean.Danilo
19/06/19
we travelled to Stirling Youth Hostel with 14 young people aged 10yrs to 14 yrs, this was the first time away from home for some of them. we arrived a bit later than expected when we got there the staff were really helpful and welcoming, also made sure we still got our evening meal. The young people loved their stay some comments they made were" no one has told us to sshh once" they also said the rooms were nice and the beds were comfortable, they want to come back, so I would recommendEasthall Residents Association, Glenburn Centre
16/06/19
Excellent location in the "old Stirling" part of town. We arrived early enough to avail of secure and free car parking. Reception friendly and efficient. Accommodation excellent with shower and toilet en suite to four bed dorm. Best we've seen in Scotland.Kevin, Ireland.
16/06/19
Excellent location a few minutes walk to the castle and also handy to restaurants.Alison
15/06/19
Wonderful service and facilities for cooking and washing and dining.Darren and Jenny
15/06/19
Fantastic stay - and the friendliest most helpful YH staff I have come across in a good while - thanks team!James Hindson
04/06/19
Many thanks to Stirling Youth Hostel for having us to stay. We had a brilliant time!From the outset we found all the staff to be super helpful and welcoming. The food was lovely and the portions very generous. All in all, Stirling Youth Hostel made our trip fun and relaxing and I know everyone involved have taken away fantastic memories. Thank you!Kingussie High School
30/05/19
A centrally located hostel, the self catering kitchen was very well equipped, and all the facilities very good. We would use this hostel again.Susan from Durham
23/05/19
Another comfortable night at this hostel which is an ideal stopover in route to the Highlands.PBP
13/05/19
This is an excellent Hostel, the rooms are comfortable, shower hot and fast, and they provide towels! Great breakfast, really enjoyed the service. No de-caffeinated tea/coffee options but I bring my own in case. For cyclists there is a very secure lock up, key with reception - be prepared for the arduous climb up the road to get to the hostel. Stirling is a vibrant place, wear decent shoes only for the hilly roads and cobbles. Loved it thanks.Very happy cyclist
07/05/19
In comparison to the other youth hostels of SHYA this in Stirling is not as cozy as the other ones. The floor in the room is awful noisy and the toilet was licking. But anyway it is a great location and we will come back for sure.Judith
30/04/19
Great location, nice and cleanAnon
30/04/19
Lovely hostel, stayed in s private en suite room which was really comfy.K
23/04/19
Stirling is a very pleasant hostel in a great location with friendly and helpful staff.Sarah
12/04/19
Very helpful chap on reception showing me walks round Stirling. Great shower. And lovely location. Recommend.Happy kiwi
28/03/19
Location is so perfectly central to all things Scotland related. Facilities accommodate everything we needed for this tripJoe Fachler
23/03/19
SYHA Stirling is an excellent and comfortable place from which to explore the surrounding area whether you arrived by car or public transport, and whatever the ages of your group. If you are a lone traveller, this hostel feels safe and comfortable to return to after a day out and where you can choose to easily cater for yourself or visit one of the restaurants within a 10 minute stroll. Situated in the historical and scenic part of town, it is unique and feels quite special.Christine B
A perfect choice for groups, families and individual travellers, the hostel offers a range of comfortable en-suite rooms and spacious shared accommodation, many with great views over the surrounding countryside. Guests can opt for continental breakfast served in our bright and spacious dining room, or make use of our large, well-equipped self-catering kitchen. Dinner and packed lunches are also available by prior arrangement for groups of ten or more. Please remember to pre-book your food.
Other facilities include free WiFi, private lockers, USB plug sockets, two large lounge areas and a meeting room for private use. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Limited on-site car parking available.
Stirling Youth Hostel is a great base to explore the many attractions in and around the area. The Castle and Old Town Jail are just a short walk away, while The Wallace Monument and Bannockburn Visitor Centre can be reached by car or public transport. Blair Drummond Safari Park (open March to October) is easily accessible by car for a fun family day out. Edinburgh and Glasgow are within easy reach with good public transport links to both cities.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
Why stay?
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Fantastic location very close to Stirling Castle
- Great Breakfast!
- Secure lockers
- Luggage storage
- Private ensuite rooms available
Reasons to visit
Stirling's central location makes it the perfect base to explore Central Scotland, with excellent transport links to both Edinburgh and Glasgow.
The youth hostel sits in the heart of the town's historic quarter, a short walk from the Castle and Old Town Jail and close to the town centre with its shops, restaurants, bars and nightlife.
The town is a popular destination with visitors and there are a number of attractions within easy reach. The Wallace Monument and Bannockburn Visitor Centre are worth a visit to learn about Scottish history and from March to October Blair Drummond Safari Park is easily accessible by car - perfect for a fun family day out.
Other attractions within easy reach by car include Castle Campbell, Doune Castle, Deanston Distillery and Visitor Centre, the Falkirk Wheel, The Kelpies and Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park.
