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.
For information on hostel accessibility please click here
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 - 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
Free Wifi
Private Rooms Available
Family Rooms Available
Suitable for Groups
Catering Available
Self Catering Kitchen
Alcohol Licence
Lounge/TV Room
Drying Room
Laundry Room
Secure Lockers
Bike Store
Luggage Store
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Pet Dogs Welcome
Shopping Nearby
Access with limited mobility
Guest Reviews
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
06/09/19
We had a fabulous stay at Torridon YH. This was my third visit to the hostel and as always the staff exceeded all expectations.There were 14 of us staying for my Munro compleation and everyone was warmly welcomed. We had a couple of late check ins who were accommodated without complaint. Can't thank Em and the team enough for their help and patience with us over the weekend. You all do a wonderful job. Belated birthday wishes to Em too... and I noticed you are still baking fabulous cakes!Janice
06/09/19
Receptionist (forgotten her name!) was so unbelievably kind & welcoming, great to chat with and went above and beyond in helping me save some money with Hostelling Scotland membership. Couldn't have done more to be great!Iona from Inverness
05/09/19
Excellent in every wayMargaret Thomas
04/09/19
Fantastic stay at Torridan hostel is great and the staff are amazing. Em could not have done enough to make our stay thoroughly enjoyable from good walk recommendations and ensuring we were welcomed travelling with our dog.Jo
29/08/19
Perfect position. Very well run and friendly efficient staff. This has been consistent over the 17+ years I have been visiting. Best hostel kitchen by a mile. This time I was impressed by the new rooms, and also by the fridges being kept clean and uncluttered with old food.Lesley Brycem
27/08/19
Great location, great staffCatherine & Co
26/08/19
Fabulous hostel, love the new dorm room, what an unexpected treat to get an ensuite. Kitchen seems so much better too. Great view from the lounge. Nice big and really efficient drying room. Best to have own transport though, otherwise difficult to get about.Jeamac
25/08/19
I love Torridon Youth Hostel. I've been there this year for the third year in a row. Next year we'll stay for at least a week! Very friendly staff, amazing facilities, superb location. A fabulous experience.Elena
20/08/19
This remains my favourite hostel anywhere - will be back soon :)Tom Hutton
18/08/19
I couldn't praise Torridon hostel highly enough. They were exceptionally helpful with arranging my forward travel and I would like to thank the staff particularly for all their efforts in helping me get to the train at Strathcarron. The hostel was wonderful and all the meals, accommodation and friendliness most welcoming.EDWARD CHEESMAN
04/08/19
Typical YH. The staff is the best part of the place. I feel all guests owe to the people that work here - caring and attentive. Torridon - the town - is so so. Torridon - the area - is so amazing.Yes
03/08/19
Awesome as always!Ricky-D
28/07/19
Stayed here for 3 nights, staff very friendly and work hard! Very high standard of cleanliness in all areas, very spacious dining and kitchen areas. Enjoyed our stay!Sherpa B.
27/07/19
The torridon hostel is situated in beautiful surroundings, perfect for hiking and other outdoor activities. Due the bad weather we could not go to the Beinn Heighe, but were compensated by the hostel wardens sunny nature. Thank you again for the great time, we could spend in the torridon hostel!Daniel Steinbach
25/07/19
Lovely place, grand hostel in super location.Ian & K
24/07/19
Very helpful staff and very clean hostel. Located in an excellent position for hillwalkers. Great big kitchen and dining area and comfy lounge. Good size drying room.Cameron
23/07/19
Idyllic location in sensational scenery.Colin
22/07/19
Torridon is a superb hostel set in an incredible location. The staff are great, the hostel is really well cared for which makes guests look after it. Loads of space to cook, eat and relax. Well done to the team. XValerie
22/07/19
We absolutely loved the place. Amazing location, really well organised and lovely staff. All round excellent experience.Penny
18/07/19
We stayed at the Torridon Youth Hostel for two nights. It is a superb hostel, partly because the building itself is so well designed with a tremendous sense of space as well as wonderful views, but also because of the cleanliness and helpfulness of the staff. I would recommend it unreservedly as one of the best hostels I've stayed in and would like to thank the really helpful staff (again) for their response to our needs.Jeremy from Somerset
15/07/19
Had a really lovely stay for a couple of weeks whilst working in the area. The staff were super friendly and really helpful for sorting out extra things I needed like recommending a garage to get my car fixed. Would definitely recommend and stay again.Lucy Wells
14/07/19
Excellent hostel, one of the best if not the best I´ve ever visited. Very nice and helpful staff, very good breakfast, spacy comfortable common rooms, good information about hikes and other possibilities in the surroundings.Vladimir, Czech Republic
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.
Check out our Torridon Webcam to see what the youth hostel looks like today! http://bit.ly/TorridonWebcam