Hostels are ideal for an exciting, inexpensive holiday with your family. A relaxed and friendly way to travel where you will meet people from all over the world. In our family hostels you can relax while your kids meet new friends. Our staff are always ready to help with information on local attractions and activities

All of our hostels welcome children, but we have identified some hostels which are particularly well-suited to families. In these hostels we offer family rooms (many en suite) with a good range of facilities including laundry rooms, in-house dining, internet access and often extensive private grounds for the kids to explore. All of our family hostels have self-catering facilities with spacious and well equipped kitchens; some also provide cooked meals and packed lunches. Most hostels have a games room and TV lounge where you can chill out after a busy day. We can also provide travel cots and high chairs in many hostels (prior notice necessary).
 

Hostelling Scotland offers free membership to children under 16 and we have also introduced the Family & Friends membership category which allows a group of up to 9 people to stay for an annual fee of only £14!
 
Highlands & Islands
Great for Discovery, Exploration and Wildlife the Highlands and Islands of Scotland are truly magical and memorable places to visit. There is so much to see and do. Discover the abundance of wildlife in the area or try a boat trip to go dolphin spotting or whale watching. 
 
Carbisdale Castle Youth Hostel, in the beautiful Kyle of Sutherland, is stunning and comes with its own statue gallery, bike trails and ghost! Kids of all ages love Carbisdale and you can explore the extensive collection of paintings and artifacts that adorn every corner.
 
If you are looking for something cosier, Tobermory Youth Hostel is a great choice. Located right on the harbour, it is warm and inviting. It’s also the setting of the kids TV show, Balamory. The Tobermory Chocolate Factory is a five minute walk from the hostel and is a must for anyone with a sweet tooth.
 
Other Family Hostels in the Highlands & Islands include: Broadford, Port Charlotte and Ratagan.
 
Escape to the Countryside
Great for Rest, Relaxation and quality time together. This type of holiday would suit families looking to chill-out, enjoy the surroundings and take the pace down a notch. 
 
Rowardennan Lodge is in one of the most idyllic settings you are every likely to find with Loch Lomond on the door step and the magnificent Ben Lomond in the back garden. The views are spectacular, the locals are welcoming and being situated within Loch Lomond National Park the options are endless.
 
Pitlochry, set amidst hills, lochs and woodland, is another great family hostel. Located at the very centre of Scotland on the River Tummel, there is a salmon ladder a hydro-electric visitor centre as well as the smallest whisky distillery in the country.
New Lanark Youth Hostel is perfect for those looking to escape all the trappings of a busy life. This beautifully restored 18th century cotton mill village is close to the falls of Clyde and is only an hour away from Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Other Family Hostels in the countryside: Crianlarich

City Slickers
Great for culture, history, art, shopping, entertainment our city hostels are far enough from the noise to ensure peace and quiet but still close enough to the action. The Hop On Hop Off Bus tour is a great way to explore our cities and acquaint yourself with their layout and attractions.
 
Edinburgh Central, our flagship hostel is situated only a five minute walk from the city centre and its transport links. Home to major tourist attractions including Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Zoo and the Scottish Parliament, Scotland’s Capital is a great experience. 

Glasgow Youth Hostel is located in the Historic West End, just 10 minutes from the city centre. Scotland’s biggest city is home to the recently refurbished Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Glasgows Science Centre and the Transport museum. Better yet, all of the public art galleries and museums in the city have free entry. 
Stirling hostel is modern and spacious and boasts excellent views of the surrounding countryside. Close to Stirling Castle, the Town Jail and the legendary Wallace Monument, you could say it has the best of town and country. 

Other Family Hostels in the city: Inverness

Action Packed Adventure
Great for watersports, walking, climbing, mountain biking and snow sports. No matter what the season or weather, we have a hostel that will put you into the thick of the action.
 
Glenshee Ski Centre and the Lecht are both within range of Braemar Youth Hostel and Cairngorm Lodge is just 2 miles from the Cairngorm mountain railway.
 
There’s also Melrose Youth Hostel in the Scottish Borders, an impressive building with extensive private grounds for the kids to run about in. Melrose is home to the much loved rugby sevens and is a short drive from the mountain biking heaven that is Glentress forest.
 
All in all Hostelling Scotland hostels are well placed to meet your every sporting desire.
 
Other Family Hostels for Action and Adventure include: Aviemore and Crianlarich

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