Torridon Youth Hostel
About About this youth hostel
We have made temporary changes to our hostel operations including availability of guest facilities and services.
We invite you to read about these changes here
Winner of the Silver Award in the The Great Outdoors Magazine Awards 2020 for accommodation, Torridon Youth Hostel sits on the NC500 at the head of Upper Loch Torridon and 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 with ample shower and washroom facilities.
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. Packed lunches are available for groups of 5+ if booked in advance and 'heat it and eat it' evening meals are available to purchase for your convenience. After a long day in the mountains, you can relax with a local ale, fine malt or glass of wine in the hostel’s comfortable lounge 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.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
We’re committed to delivering the highest levels of cleanliness. To find out more about our Cleanliness Commitment please click here.
Book with Confidence. To find out more about our Covid-19 Flexibility Guarantee, please click here.
Why stay?
- Very friendly and helpful staff
- Fantastic location with spectacular scenery
- Comfortable lounge with stunning mountain view
- 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
Late check in available by prior arrangement. The hostel is closed between 10:00-14:00 for cleaning - an entrance lobby, access to a toilet and luggage store is available for early arrivals.
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
29/10/20
Mat at Torridon Youth Hostel is doing an amazing job in difficult circumstances. Arrangements to keep us safe and as comfortable as possible were excellent. He was unfailingly good humoured, helpful and thoughtful. Nothing was too much trouble for him and as a result we had the best experience restrictions could allow.Alan & Claire Watt
23/10/20
Considering all the coronavirus-relates restrictions, we has a really enjoyable stay in Torridon. Mat has clearly done everything possible to make it work and create a safe and positive experience for guests. The dinner service was really good, as was the local advice.Howard
22/10/20
My stay was a delightful break away rom home. All was very comfortable and the wardens were always helpful with queries etc.Cris. No
22/10/20
Lovely hostel with extremely welcoming and attentive hosts. Everything is really well set out and comfortable.Luna
14/10/20
Great place in even better location. They have the old covid thing nailed down and felt very safe throughout our 2 day stay. Really clean and comfortable.Phil Brown
12/10/20
A great stay, the warden was super informative, the hostel is incredibly well run and under the current Covid circumstances the Torridon team are doing an absolute stellar job with an effective social distancing system. The hostel felt homely and cosy. Thank you.Debbie
12/10/20
Lovely hostel, great staff doing what they have to do they can stay open at these difficult times. Hope to stay again one day.Andy
10/10/20
It was excellent, and the manager was extremely helpful. He made it possible for me to charge my electric car.John Broome
09/10/20
As always Torridon Hostel could not do better. Mat and Em are very welcoming and wonderful hosts. At this time of Covid 19 every measure was taken to keep guests safe with great attention to detail which made it easy for guests to follow the safety measures. I felt looked after and secure that staying at Torridon was very safe for me. So glad this opportunity was available.Dympna
07/10/20
Mat and Em are the perfect hosts. 5 stars.David
06/10/20
Fantastic stay at Torridon yet again. Matt and Em have worked really hard to deal with Covid regulations and maintain the guest experience. Evening meals and breakfasts were great. Good choice of beers. Simple colour coding for rooms/toilets/table/drying room, perfect for all visitors no matter their nationality/language.Thanks and hope to see you again soon!KiltedSkier
02/10/20
After over 40 years of hostelling I finally found the bestTorridon is simply the bestTony
01/10/20
By far...the best hostel I have visited. Very Covid safe, friendly, great facilities, highly recommended..Stewart
28/09/20
The Torridon Youth Hostel is blessed not only with beautiful surroundings, but the facility and staff are first class. Mat, who looked after us during our stay, was very knowledgeable and friendly - despite being the only staff member on site juggling the cooking, reception, cleaning and other jobs! Very comfortable and good value stay, thank you!Jamie C
24/09/20
I was recommended this hostel by my mum and it thoroughly lived up to the expectation. They operated very well with social distancing and the whole experience was very lovelyMichael
20/09/20
This hostel is perfect. The location is amazing, the staff are friendly and helpful, the rooms are comfortable. No use of the kitchen due to covid, however cooked meals are available. I will definately be back there.june mortazavi
16/09/20
Excellent. Staff dealt with the Covid-19 issues very well. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Breakfasts and dinners were very good.Alan Murray
16/09/20
In the current circumstances, Matt the Hostel Manager went out of his way to make our stay as normal and safe as possible. As the self catering kitchen was out of action, breakfast and evening meals were produced by Matt, beans half on and half off toast were a revelation, as was the well stocked bar. From check in to check out his local knowledge, advice and good humor made for a very enjoyable stay. I hope it won't be too long before we can return to a fully open HostelDuncan Haworth
15/09/20
Superb location, attractively designed building, drying room was top class, well equipped & clean hostel. Curry was tasty & served warm. Matt was friendly & helpful. The hostel was finished more like a hotel, than a traditional hostel. Highly recommended for a visit.markcrowther
13/09/20
Excellent stay in all respects - Mat is a tremendous asset to a Torridon YH and couldn't have done more for usChris and Callum
11/09/20
Given the current circumstances i cannot praise Mat and Em highly enough; their effort and diligence were second to none. They made such a difference and we will be returning next year. Many thanks; John & Ben SeeleyJohn Seeley
08/09/20
Mat and Em made us very welcome and had arranged the hostel to ensure we all had plenty of space to socially distance and felt safe. The hostel was wonderfully clean and there was an ingenious colour coding for bathrooms and bedrooms to reduce the risks of any spread of Covid. Our group had a relaxed and very enjoyable stay. Thank you.Polmont Group
07/09/20
Beautiful location with plenty of parking. Warmest welcome on arrival and the whole hostel was immaculately clean. The guys are managing the social distancing in the best way and we felt very safe at all times. We had supper and breakfast and they were top notch - much cheaper than eating out and very yummy. Have to give a special mention as proper soft boiled eggs with soldiers and table service - better than a hotel! Thanks you guys.Jayne
05/09/20
We stayed at the Torridon hostel for a couple of days mountain biking, had not used a hostel for some time so was a little unsure what to expect but this place was fantastic, well run, clean and the arrangements for Covid very organised. The friendly and helpful couple running the hostel made us feel very welcome and provided a great breakfast to see us on our way for a tough day on the mountains.Stuart
04/09/20
Our experience was made by the great couple who ran this Hostel! Though I believe they're normally placed in Ullapool they were exceedingly helpful in regards to local information and took a lot of time to explain how social distancing could be maintained throughout the hostel. Additionally, Torridon is a beautiful place to stay and the hearty meal on site recharged us after a day of biking.Alison J
30/08/20
Stayed at Torridon syha for 2 nights as part of a week long mountain biking trip, the hostel is spotlessly clean, staff were excellent, can't recommend enough!Bob
30/08/20
Had an amazing stay. Host couldn't have been more friendly or welcoming.D Malakoty
28/08/20
Very nice hostel in a very beautiful place. Unfortunately the midges spoiled a lot of our outdoor experience (we visited in august).fam Schnater, Rotterdam
26/08/20
Mat, Hostel co-manager, made the stay. He's funny, hard-working, takes an interest in each of the guests and had lots of useful tips about the hills, food, even a recommendation for an on-line job interview venue (village hall). His attention to infection control and social distancing was exemplary and can have a job anytime in my place of work (hospice).It has been one of my nicest stays in a hostel, great location with Liathach out the back! Mat even taught us how to pronounce it properly??Jerry
23/08/20
Thank you Matt for looking after us so well during challenging circumstances - we felt as though we were being better looked after than the folk in the 5 star hotel round the corner! Matt, your cooking skills and your kindness to us were truly exemplary. We look forward to coming back (with midge hoods) as soon as we can!Jill, Will, Luke and MicahJill Sawyer
We invite you to read about these changes here
Winner of the Silver Award in the The Great Outdoors Magazine Awards 2020 for accommodation, Torridon Youth Hostel sits on the NC500 at the head of Upper Loch Torridon and 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 with ample shower and washroom facilities.
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. Packed lunches are available for groups of 5+ if booked in advance and 'heat it and eat it' evening meals are available to purchase for your convenience. After a long day in the mountains, you can relax with a local ale, fine malt or glass of wine in the hostel’s comfortable lounge 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.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
We’re committed to delivering the highest levels of cleanliness. To find out more about our Cleanliness Commitment please click here.
Book with Confidence. To find out more about our Covid-19 Flexibility Guarantee, please click here.
Why stay?
- Very friendly and helpful staff
- Fantastic location with spectacular scenery
- Comfortable lounge with stunning mountain view
- Secure lockers
- Luggage store
- Private rooms available
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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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