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. At the hostel, rooms include a wardrobe. The rooms at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite are fitted with a private bathroom and bed linen. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Helmsdale, like cycling. Carnegie Club Skibo Castle is 44 km from Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite, while Royal Dornoch Golf Club is 45 km from the property. Wick John O’Groats Airport is 58 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Helmsdale

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well known area and hostel I have used for over 40 years
  • Lyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Host was fabulous. Very helpful - great with advice on local information. Very well equiped kitchen. Everything you needed.
  • Allan
    Australia Australia
    Spacious room and en-suite. Well equipped kitchen and guest amenities.
  • G
    Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    An absolutely beautiful hostel, really well thought out and spotlessly clean. Comfortable beds and a quiet location, a great night's sleep. The owners were really friendly. The building has an interesting history as the former school gymhall and...
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a fantastic hostel with exceptionally good communal lounge and kitchen facilities. A very warm welcome awaited us on our arrival and we were quickly settled in. The rooms and facilities were very clean and our stay was made all the more...
  • Siqi
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The host Marie is very friendly. The location is in a quiet and nice little town. Bathroom is clean and spacious.
  • 李讴的全息宇宙
    China China
    The manager Maria and the volunteer are super hostpitable and patient to my bad English. I was so lucky to own the whole 4- bed room as I was the only guest booking that room. The location is just aside the main road A 9 which is quite convenient...
  • Marta
    Italy Italy
    Very nice and comfortable hostel. Great hospitality.
  • Judit
    Hungary Hungary
    This was a wonderful experience. The facility is beautiful with a nice nordic design and a lovely garden. The room was great and the common areas were welcoming and comfortable with a well equipped and supplied kitchen. Our wonderful host, Marie...
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Babs was very friendly, welcoming and helpful. The facilities were great - the kitchen was well stocked with utensils and it was lovely to have free milk, bread and butter. The bedroom was light and airy - clearly freshly painted. It was a...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Tennis equipment
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking

Services

  • Pet bowls
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the property is offering a room-only service. No other facilities are available. Tea/coffee facilities are available in all rooms.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite

  • Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tennis equipment
    • Horse riding
  • The prices at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite is 200 yards from the centre of Helmsdale. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.