Torridon Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
Sitting on the NC500 at the head of Upper Loch Torridon, this youth hostel is a popular base for hillwalkers, climbers and those simply wishing to relax and enjoy the surroundings and local wildlife.
Perfect for groups, families and outdoor enthusiasts, this purpose-built hostel offers a range of comfortable private rooms and spacious shared accommodation. None of the rooms are en-suite, but ample shower and washroom facilities are available.
Guests can opt for a continental breakfast served in the hostel’s large dining room (please remember to pre-book), or take advantage of the well-equipped self-catering kitchen. After a long day in the mountains, you can relax with a local ale, fine malt or glass of wine in one of the hostel’s comfortable lounges and enjoy the panoramic mountain views.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a large drying room, laundry and luggage store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
The mighty mountain Liathach, with its two munros, spectacular pinnacles and one of the most challenging ridge walks in Scotland, towers above the hostel. Other activities in the area include clay pigeon shooting, archery, kayaking and mountain biking.
There’s onsite car parking for around 20 cars or 1 coach and a secure bike store for up to 20 bikes.
Torridon is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1445 791 284 to check availability. There is a small charge of £5 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
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Why stay?
- Very friendly and helpful staff
- Fantastic location with spectacular scenery
- Comfortable lounges with stunning sea views
- Secure lockers
- Luggage store
- Private rooms available
Torridon Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
March to October and Thursday to Sunday in November & February. Open all week for February half term. Available for exclusive hire December & January. If you would like exclusive use of the hostel during the peak season please contact us direct on 01445 791 284
Reception Hours
08:00-10:00 and 17:00-22:00
Check in
17:00-22:00
Check out
08:00-10:00
Access Hours
The hostel is closed each day between 10:00-14:00 for cleaning. During that time an entrance lobby with access to a toilet and luggage store for early arrivals is available
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Free Wifi
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Catering
Guest Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Lounge/TV Room
Drying Room
Laundry Room
Secure Lockers
Bike Store
Luggage Store
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Shopping Nearby
Access with limited mobility
Guest Reviews
19/11/19
I had an amazing three day stay in the Torridon hostel in mid November, I just wish it was open longer. I would have stayed! Jenni who ran the hostel that weekend was a brilliant host, so helpful, an absolute credit to hostelling Scotland. I will definitely be returning to hostel, it's such a lovely, comfortable base for exploring the area.Alan Bowness
01/11/19
Fabulous welcome and great to see a very busy hostel at this time of year. Highly recommend Torridon Youth Hostel.Hosteller
28/10/19
A perfectly designed hostel for a perfect location. An amazing kitchen and lounge - just remember to stock up on food before you arrive as Torridon is a little remote.Clive Searle
28/10/19
It is in a great location with great staff. We only stayed one night but will come againSmiffy
27/10/19
My 13th visit - first class as usual!Patricia
27/10/19
In simple words : just perfectThierry de Strasbourg
23/10/19
Great location. Comfy lounge with big windows onto the hills and books and games for bad weather. Friendly atmosphereLucy
21/10/19
Another fantastic stay at Torridon. Great welcome and easy check in (even although we were a day early). Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful staff. Stayed in the new en-suite room, very cosy. No pine martens though so a slight disappointment! Weather and scenery were awesome.no
19/10/19
Staff very friendly and nothing too much trouble. Such a comfortable place - kitchen, dining and relaxation facilities all wonderful.No
19/10/19
probably the best hostel I have ever stayed at - superbDavid Sleigh
12/10/19
This is a fabulously placed well equiped and comfortable hostel with lovely staff.CG.
07/10/19
Four of us enjoyed our stay with you. Immaculately clean throughout with beautiful houseplants and splashes of colour with cut flowers.....even in the toilets!We returned after cycling on the Saturday to find tasty lemon drizzle cake in the kitchen for everyone.........what a treat. ?? The lounge was superb and is a great place to hang out and relax doing your own thing or to meet someone to chat with.Lesley
06/10/19
Excellent acomodation and very friendly and helpful stafgEuan Mcintosh
05/10/19
Stunning location. Friendly staff. Good facilities.Andrew
04/10/19
Enjoyable stay as always.Alan Rodger
02/10/19
Best hostel I've stayed in, and I've stayed in a lot!Andy
01/10/19
Amazing place to stay and always clean and tidy. Emily and Matt are a great example of YHA Management. I will be back!Portboy
30/09/19
Although arranged on different levels the layout is spacious and allows one to unwind after a difficult days bike riding. We stayed one night last year and I hope I have rated this the same because the service level was faultless and identical to last year as far as I can recall.Andy R
30/09/19
Great location and wonderful hostel. Em and Mat are fantastic hostsAnne-Marie Roberts
30/09/19
Excellent 2 night stay in a 4 person room at Torridon YH. Facilities are clean, modern and comfortable. We took advantage of breakfast, packed lunch and evening meal options and all were absolutely fine. Emma was the perfect host - friendly, efficient, knowledgeable and a good singing voice! Will definitely return and recommend to friends.Carol MacLean
24/09/19
A lovely place to stay. The staff were most welcoming and helpful and the vases of flowers were a lovely touch. The scenery is fantastic as was the weather.Pamela Beattie
22/09/19
Awesome! So much quality for a cheap price. Thank you!Stephanie
22/09/19
The location is wonderful. We & our dog were made very welcome.Ellen
21/09/19
Best hostel in Scotland, will be back again and again.Stephen Vacher
19/09/19
Excellent hostel. First time I'd stayed there. Good welcome, was able to buy a meal there without advance booking. We arrived at hostel by bike, frozen stiff from fierce wind and exhausted, but soon thawed out and recovered. Glad to see hostel quite busy even mid-Sept. on a weekday.bikemad grandad
17/09/19
A wonderful hostel run by a wonderful team.STP
15/09/19
Greeted by a very friendly gentleman (sorry forgotten his name) who couldn't do enough to help everyone.Martin
15/09/19
It was Friday 13th and after a long, hard day in the saddle; conquering the Bealach na ba and the peninsula to Torridon! I was welcomed and checked in by a very pleasant member of staff. The place was absolutely spotless. 10/10Warrior Princess
12/09/19
What a wonderful, wonderful place! Fantastic facilities, very welcoming and helpful staff and a great, chilled atmosphere. Highlight for me was getting back after a day out in the mountains, showered, tea cooked and eaten and sitting looking out on the mountains from a window seat in the Panoramic Lounge with a nice single malt (Ledaig from Tobermory Distillery) - heaven! Would have no hesitation in going back and in heartily recommending this place.Ian Wood
11/09/19
Great atmosphere as the location means most of the guests have the same reason for coming i.e climbing the mountains. Friendly staff plus the facilities are top notch such as a spacious and well stocked kitchen, a large dining area and a comfortable lounge. The drying room is great too.Thomas Riley
Why stay?
- Very friendly and helpful staff
- Fantastic location with spectacular scenery
- Comfortable lounges with stunning sea views
- Secure lockers
- Luggage store
- Private rooms available
Reasons to visit
Occupying a hidden corner of the North West Highlands and sitting on the famous North Coast 500, Torridon boasts some of the finest scenery in Europe and is a haven for hillwalkers and mountain bikers. Whether you're scaling the heights, biking the trails or walking the coastal paths, the Torridon area has something for everyone.
We're on the North Coast 500 driving route! Say goodbye to piles of leaflets by downloading the NC500 App or find out more about the local area with this handy PDF guide to Wester Ross.
Head off the well-beaten track of the NC500 and discover a true taste of Scotland's North West Coast. For many visitors to Wester Ross, Torridon and Sheildaig are as far as they get. The road from Torridon to Diabaig, though less travelled, is definitely one not to be missed. The single track road is only a few miles long but it's almost traffic free and offers some of the most stunning views in Scotland.
Discover the local wildlife on the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve and National Trust for Scotland Estate or sample freshly caught local seafood while sitting back and soaking in the stunning scenery.
With so much to discover in the area our team will be happy to share their local knowledge, making sure you get the most out of your trip to this relaxing corner of Scotland's North West Highlands.
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