Stirling
About About this youth hostel
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. The hostel offers a range of accommodation from comfortable private en-suite rooms to spacious shared dorms with private lockers and USB plug sockets. Many of the rooms enjoy great views over the surrounding countryside.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a large well-equipped self-catering kitchen, 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 is also available.
‘Wee Breakfast’ available (Please remember to pre-book).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Fantastic location in Stirling’s Old Town
- Short walk from Stirling Castle and the Old Town Jail
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Great public transport links to Glasgow and Edinburgh
- Licensed, serving local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Stirling Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
March - October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
24 hour
Check in
16:00 - 23:00
Check out
By 10:00
Amenities
Free Wifi
En Suite Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Alcohol Licence
Laundry Room
Shopping Nearby
Conference/Meeting Facilities
Access with limited mobility
Suitable for Wheelchair Users
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Catering
Lounge/TV Room
Secure Lockers
Bike Store
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Suitable for wheelchair users with assistance
Guest Reviews
16/09/2025
We had a great two nights in Stirling last week. The staff are helpful, friendly, and accomodating. The location is great - if you don't want to walk up the hill, take the P2 bus from opposite the Golden Lion (not on Sundays). Facilities for self catering are good. This is was our third stay at the Stirling Youth Hostel and we'll be back again next year.Fiona
16/09/2025
Best hostel in Scotland youth hostels (SYA)!Yes
15/09/2025
I had some preconceptions about what youth hostels were like, but this place completely changed that. The location was fantastic — close to everything I needed and perfect for exploring the area. The hostel itself was spotlessly clean, well-organised, and had a really welcoming vibe. I felt safe, comfortable, and genuinely impressed. I'll definitely stay again — such great value and a brilliant experience!Mandi
15/09/2025
Excellent stay in an ideal location. Facilities provide everything you need.Yes
11/09/2025
Great location, helpful staff, good twin en suite room and a good light breakfast.Simon
09/09/2025
Great overnight stay on journey north.Cath
08/09/2025
Great hostel with a great location. The staff is super friendly and helpful.Skip
28/08/2025
Good StayTB
26/08/2025
2nd stay at hostel and great location, historical building near castle in old town and near all facilities of bus/train stations, shopping, bars and eating places. Great wee breakfast in large dining/lounge area. Large kitchen providing everything to prepare meals. All staff friendly, helpful and approachable.Colleen Bidski
24/08/2025
If you want to stay in a building whose exterior screams 1500s Scotland and possibly look onto ivy-covered walls, the stone turrets of an old jail, and lopsided tombstones from your window, come here! The staff are friendly, allow you to store your luggage when they are closed, and the price can't be beat. The location is prime for the main tourist attractions.Soyvanilla
23/08/2025
Hamish has been a wonderful host. He welcomed us with his warm smile and his precious advice. Happy to meet you and our stay in Stirling. Hope to come again!Tina, Italy.
19/08/2025
Top of town - glorious spot - lovely staff and great facilities. Thanks!cynghanedd
16/08/2025
Always a pleasure stay in a SyhaDavid Williams
12/08/2025
Great stay :-)Renate
04/08/2025
As a youth hostel, everything is brilliant. We love to stay here.Emma
01/08/2025
Great central position with all facilities to be independentChris
29/07/2025
It's very central, both within the old city and in Scotland, spacious stone building and fine views from walks around the castle just next door.Ben
27/07/2025
Great location! Do visit the Settle Inn if you get a chance.Isabel
26/07/2025
Very nice hostel with friendly staff.Yes
25/07/2025
Well located and very cleanMartin Lajoie
14/07/2025
Great trip!Wease
12/07/2025
Amazing location in a gem of a place that we didn't expect to surprise us with it's beauty and walkabilityAnthony
08/07/2025
It's a nice hostel, good located near the historical center of Stirling. It has everything we are waiting for while booking an Hostel!Lucile
30/06/2025
Everything I would expect from a hostel, great loaction and good staffEd
28/06/2025
This hostel is perfectly located very close to the castle, in the heart of the old town, and near all public transportation. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. The beds are comfortable and the common areas had everything that I needed to prepare food and make myself comfortable. I will definitely be returning!Mellybee
28/06/2025
The location is perfect; right at the heart of the main attractions. The imposing building is very atmospheric. Our family room was great for our stay and the staff were so friendly and helpful.Kiwiontour
17/06/2025
We had a great stay at Stirling Hostel. We felt very welcome, the facilities were great, clean and comfortable. Having access to parking was a big plus.Ana
15/06/2025
Nice facility near town centre and castle. Staff were courteous and efficient. Nice lounge and dining areaEd Spanglerj
04/06/2025
Hamish, Nicole, Havannah and Wendy are really friendly and helpful-thank you again-excellent night.Tracy
04/06/2025
Good stay, we were well accommodated at short notice. One bizarre point - there no sink plugs in the self catering kitchen! This made washing dishes etc difficult and wasteful.Brian
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.
Take a short flight over Stirling Castle
Enjoy a bird's eye view of the Wallace Monument