Torridon

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 

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!

WoofHostelling in the Scottish Highlands