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Islesburgh House Hostel

Lerwick

Set in Lerwick, 600 metres from Bain's Beach, Islesburgh House Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Clean & very well maintained. Self-catering kitchen had everything you need to prepare a meal. Staff were friendly. Kettle, fridge & TV in the room was a bonus. Lift was useful.

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9.2
Superb
789 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

The Dolphin Inn Hostel

Dunbar

The Dolphin Inn Hostel features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dunbar. The property is located 2.6 km from Belhaven Bay Beach, 31 km from Muirfield and 46 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. This place is a total gem. Fun and quirky. Spotlessly clean and so quiet, despite being full. Facilities are amazing. Location superb. And amazing value. Can't wait to return.

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9.2
Superb
590 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite

Helmsdale

Situated in Helmsdale and with Dunrobin Castle reachable within 26 km, Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. Bike storage on site! Beautifully renovated interior—great kitchen and lounge. Tall ceilings create a wonderful sense of spaciousness

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9.6
Exceptional
135 reviews

Ballater Hostel

Ballater

Located in Ballater and within 18 km of Balmoral Castle, Ballater Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is set 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 19 km from Aboyne Golf Club and 25 km from Corgarff Castle. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, a shower and a hairdryer, and certain rooms at the hostel have a safety deposit box. This hostel is 100% recommendable! Located right in the centre of the lovely village Ballater. Reachable with the bus from Aberdeen also perfect for those coming with public transport. The hostel itself is very cosy and clean, the common area equipped with everything you need and spacious. The hosts Dominique and Daniel are very warm, welcoming and friendly, that are happy to provide you with any tips you need. We had a great time enjoying the Highland games and the stunning nature that surrounds Ballater!

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9.3
Superb
296 reviews
Price from
£28.50
per night

Acheninver Hostel

Achiltibuie

Situated in Achiltibuie, Acheninver Hostel has a garden, BBQ facilities and free WiFi. The hostel features family rooms.

Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Achiltibuie, like hiking, fishing and snorkelling. This was the best hostel. It's really beautiful. The place is magical. The hostel is well equiped you can get a towl for free even (not in other hostels). The manager is kind and easy going. You have nice beach straight under the hostel. It's cozy so there is nice environment to meet with the other visitors.

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9.1
Superb
510 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel 4 stars

Port Charlotte

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel is offering accommodation in Port Charlotte. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The hostel has family rooms.

A buffet breakfast is available each morning at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel. Wonderful place. Hostel was clean, host was so helpful and friendly. I'm so glad that I booked here. Hostel is right infront of the sea so you can listen to the sound of wave at night. Bus stop is about 2 minutes far so easy to go to other side of the island. Also you can find out some useful items that other guests left at the corner of kitchen too. I'll be sure to visit here again. Already missing there!

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9.3
Superb
243 reviews

Braemar Youth Hostel 3 stars

Braemar

Set in Braemar, 21 km from Balmoral Castle, Braemar Youth Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar. With free WiFi, this 3-star hostel offers ski storage space and a shared kitchen. The property is non-smoking and is situated 21 km from CairnGorm National Park. Great place and very friendly people.

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9
Superb
225 reviews
Price from
£24.50
per night

Port Arthur House Halls of Residence

Scalloway

At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Port Arthur House Halls of Residence provides certain rooms that include sea views, and every room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Excellent place and very friendly and helpful people. I had a great time.

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9.4
Superb
5 reviews

New Town Hall Bunkhouse

Whithorn

New Town Hall Bunkhouse is offering accommodation in Whithorn. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. The location was amazing …so many walks to do in that area. I got a 7 day bus pass and would take the bus to a spot then walk back along some of the paths and walking ways. The kitchen is absolutely perfect with everything you could need. The hostel is only 3 months old and purpose built as a bunkhouse/hostel.

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9.3
Superb
43 reviews
Price from
£37.80
per night

Newcastleton Bunkhouse

Newcastleton

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Newcastleton Bunkhouse is set in Newcastleton, 39 km from Thirlwall Castle and 39 km from Cumbria County Council. Located around 39 km from Carlisle Castle, the hostel is also 39 km away from University of Cumbria. The property is non-smoking and is situated 39 km from Carlisle Railway Station. Amazing place to stay on our cycling trip. Great bike storage and immaculate room.

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9.1
Superb
52 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

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