Torridon
About About this youth hostel ....
This award winning 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.
The hostel offers a wide range of comfortable accommodation from private rooms to spacious shared dorms all with private lockers (please remember to bring your own padlock). None of the rooms are en-suite but there are ample shower and washroom facilities available.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a large well-equipped self-catering kitchen, a large lounge with panoramic mountain views, a large drying room and laundry. There is no dedicated bag storage facility at the hostel but the team will be happy to store bags in reception if there is space available. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are also available to purchase at reception.
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 £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
‘Wee Breakfast’ and 'Heat it and eat it' evening meals available (Please remember to pre-book your breakfast).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Award Winning Youth Hostel
- Fantastic setting with panoramic mountain views
- Perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Dog friendly
- Licensed, serving local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Torridon Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
March to October and available for exclusive private hire from November to February. 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 is available for early arrivals.
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Private Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Alcohol Licence
Drying Room
Secure Lockers
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Access with limited mobility
Free Wifi
Family Rooms
Catering
Lounge/TV Room
Laundry Room
Bike Store
Shopping Nearby
Guest Reviews
09/11/2024
Excellent, especially as I could creep out earlySimonf
28/10/2024
1 week of pure blissGuest Review
28/10/2024
Faultless and very pleasurable. A much bigger hostel, of course, than Durness & Achmelvich, both of which I found to be outstanding this year - yet (and this is down entirely to the excellent staff) - it felt comfortable and homely / welcoming to an equivalent standard.Pablo
26/10/2024
Great folks, great ambience, great times.David
23/10/2024
Absolutely amazing hostel. Gorgeous location, very well appointed and lounge with stunning views. Really nice atmosphere. Would love to come back.Guest Review
22/10/2024
Overall excellent stay in this well equipped, very clean and comfortable hostel. We will be back!Guest Review
18/10/2024
Great location, facilities and staff.Michele
17/10/2024
Beautiful, clean accommodation in a wonderful location. Would highly recommendMark Stewart
17/10/2024
Exactly what we all needed after a bonker busy year. Thank you!Guest Review
16/10/2024
Hostel is always immaculate and all the staff are very friendly and welcoming. The drying room is brilliant, the lounge window offers an incredible view, kitchen is very well kitted and spaced out, ample space in dining room, I love staying.Steven Small.
16/10/2024
Booked for 2 nights, family of 4 with 2 teenage kids. Booked a private room, which was roomy with comfy beds, everything scrupulously clean. Comfy and welcoming communal areas, good kitchen and dining area, with everything you need. Beautiful location, all outdoor pursuits catered for, we were here for the walks and the hills, also spent a few hours doing a bit of fishing down at Shieldaig. Take food supplies with you, there are shops and eating out options in the area but take backups.Guest Review
16/10/2024
Clean, tidy great facilities and great location. Friendly staff.Marco
15/10/2024
A lovely few days away. The hostel was perfect.RA
15/10/2024
Excellent stay in all ways.Guest Review
10/10/2024
Torridon is a cosy, welcoming hostel with great facilities in the perfect location for walking holidays.Sharon Doyle
09/10/2024
Awesome location.Guest Review
09/10/2024
ExcellentPhil
08/10/2024
Great hostel in great location with great facilities.Guest Review
07/10/2024
Great hostel in a stunning location.Guest Review
06/10/2024
Great building in a wonderful location, friendly and helpful staffGuest Review
05/10/2024
Unbelievable experience, staff were incredibly helpful and friendly.Charlie Stainton
05/10/2024
Very good experience with Torridon SYHA being in a good location for hillwalking.Guest Review
01/10/2024
Great experience. So many knowledgeable people with hiking , mountain climbing experience.Guest Review
30/09/2024
First time staying at torridon Will definitely be back.Ross Taylor
28/09/2024
The Torridon Youth Hostel is an immaculately clean, well-equipped facility with a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. It is situated in the most beautiful, idyllic mountain setting, accessible to everything a traveler in this part of the Scottish Highlands could desire. A first rate establishment that we can heartily recommend.The Wanderer
27/09/2024
I originally planned to stay for 3 nights but ended up staying for over a week because it was such a great hostel.Michael
25/09/2024
Excellent, wonderful place to stayKath
25/09/2024
It's been many years since we used a youth hostel, we usually camp or bothy. Two of our hillwalking club were completing their munros in the area so it was an excellent choice. Loads of shared space, well equipped kitchen and gorgeous, comfy lounge. Staff were extremely welcoming and friendly throughout our 3 night stay. Everything was spotless constantly. As members of Mountaineering Scotland we received a discounted bed price which was a bonus. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Joyce Gordon
24/09/2024
Very nice and helpful staff, clean and luminous facilities. Excellent location.Guest Review
24/09/2024
excellent accommodation amazing locationNeil
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
Enjoy a birds eye trip!
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