3.5 stars
Dieter - Germany
January 2012
3 stars
Ely - England
5 stars
we step together - Scotland
December 2011
Take the time to visit the castle
anon - England
4 stars
Elle - Scotland
The refurbished Palace within Stirling Castle is well worth a visit.
Disatisfied - Scotland
November 2011
DVWatkin - England
October 2011
lufcgeorge - England
goat - Scotland
David Wilson - Australia - Australia
Sterling Castle a great day out - more interactive than Edinburgh and what a view
4.5 stars
Val from Québec, Canada - Canada
happy - England
Sue - England
kitkat - Canada
FG - England
Henry - Germany
Malou - Scotland
miguel montero - Spain
colin - England
2 stars
Michael - England
September 2011
The place was a bit small and I hoped that the room in which I stayed would have no more lodgers but eventually no, there was not one night in which I had the room to myself and the showeroom was dreadful for the fact that it had a curtain, not a door inside the room.
lionman - England
lla - Switzerland
Christopher - England
Brigitte - Germany
hijman - Netherlands
gnter - Germany
Tourist - England
ROSA - Spain
fromGap - France
MLS - England
Great location, although Sat Nav got confused in the one way system ! Limited parking, but good to have so close to Hostel and in the centre of Sterling. Breakfast was worthwhile having, good value for money. A very large Hostel, but it was excellent value for money.
2.5 stars
olivier - France
12345 - England
Tim - England
Katebagpuss - England
A great hostel in the heart of beautiful stirling! I found it the perfect place to stay whilst exploring the city. Would definitely stay there again.
Nobody - Australia
Don't stay too long :)
Colin - England
Fraser - England
Bettina - England
August 2011
Bob B - England
Excellent place to stay, right in the shadow of the castle; thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
piperbob - England
Situated very close to the castle, this hostel is ideal for exploring historical Stirling and its surroundings. The staff are very helpful, and the facilities ideal.
Mante - Italy
Thomas - France
Dirty sheets , No window, just a velux on the roof. Room sad and not clean. Expensive for the value.
thedebster - England
Do stay at this hostel. Stirling is a great place and having walked around we now know how important it is to Scottish history. The location is right next to the castle with good parking for cars and bikes.
Juneau Girl - United States of America
This was our first experience ever with staying in a hostel and all our questions were answered in a friendly, helpful manner. We were given great advice and suggestions during our stay, and gentle guidance for understanding the hostel expectations. This hostel is up a hill from the train station, so be prepared for a bit of an uphill hike. Loved how close it is to Stirling Castle.
imd2001 - Scotland
flash - England
Timothy - Netherlands
The friendliest hosts of a SYHA i've met, they'll make you feel very welcome and can give you all the information you need to explore the isle of Islay.
David - Spain
Mary TheQueen - Spain
Arisaidh - United States of America
Stirling is always my first stop immediately after landing in Edinburgh. It is the perfect place to "get my feet back under me" and slip into my Scottish summer frame of mind. Stirling is user friendly, but get a taxi to the hostel from the bus station. The hostel is almost at the top of the hill from hell. One of my favorite used books stores is in Stirling. The staff are friendly and helpful. The kitchen is well designed, and the dining room is pleasant. (No WIFI though.)
olive - Republic of China (Taiwan)
Paul - England
July 2011
Easy to find following signs to the castle. History and shops close by.
Metallex - Austria
Patrick - France
l - Canada
p - Australia
COLLIAT - France
Hayley16 - Scotland
bobe - Wales
Pod - England
Great location. Good staff. Breakfast is Okay, not fab. Def make your way to Wallace Memorial. Could be more going on in the hostel.
hello - Scotland
Geoff - England
Save some energy to walk up the hill
David S - England
the hood - Spain
Ennerdale - England
June 2011
JJ - England
Derek in Paris - France
An excellent location for a Youth Hostel. A building with character.
Potala42 - Australia
Diana - Canada
JH - Australia
Great hostel in a great town.
Francis - Canada
Sue Vest - England
May 2011
sally - United States of America
Russ - Scotland
Hostel provides free parking for 10 cars. On street parking is available with a charge between 8.30am and 5.30pm.
Intrepid Explorers - Australia
We would thoroughly recommend taking a guided tour of Stirling Castle. The guides are informative and entertaining. The tapestry weaving demonstrations were excellent.
Anonymous - England
GEB - England
Steps - Australia
Close to all old city sights and shops, parking space available
Nathalie - Sweden
bec - Australia
Comfortable rooms with good showers. Don't pay for breakfast.. go to a local cafe instead which can be cheaper then the continental breakfast and you would actually get a full cooked breakfast.
Carla Lidster - England
Chacha - Germany
zz - England
Daniela - Germany
0 - England
tizzy - Scotland
April 2011
StevieFaulkner - England
I did't get a chance to make the most of Stirling but I shall return and I shall stay at this hostel.
Cymrulad - Wales
Big hostel in an outstanding location. It's not the hostel if you're expecting a small cosy intimate type of place.
PinkLemon5 - United States of America
roxy - Switzerland
GlobalForager - United States of America
March 2011
I stayed 5 nights here and was so comfortable I didn't want to leave! The kitchen was well stocked with everything I needed to prepare meals, the room was cozy and warm, and the staff were very helpful with where to go and what to see. I'll be back.
Odile - Scotland
louise - France
andy from derby - England
February 2011
ear defenders required for the noisy fridge freezer in the dining room
Gem - Scotland
Had a nice, peaceful stay. Kitchen really well equipped. It was January so the hostel was very quiet. Great location and handy for all attractions and amenities. I had a 6-bed dorm all to myself, very secure with card access, but it was a bit shabby and hadn't been cleaned when I arrived. Friendly staff.
father of a German family - Germany
December 2010
Stirling is a nice place and the hostel best located in the historic town near the castle an the jail-museum (an the top of the jail-museum you have a good view over the town and to the Wallace-Monument). It is also a good starting point for visiting Edinburgh by train, a good alternative if you don´t like to go to a big town by car.
Scottish Daisy - United States of America
Excellent hostel for visiting the very interesting and historic town of Stirling. Great for walking to many interesting 'must see' places, e.g. Castle. Wallace Monument and Bannockburn within a few miles of driving. The hostel itself is an interesting historic building.
duinemor - Scotland
Julsue - Australia
November 2010
Lost Lad - England
M - Scotland
October 2010
Susan - United States of America
A reasonable hostel in a great location. Not the best of the hostels I've stayed at, but ok.
AFR - England
Striling is a superb location to begin a visit to Scotland. An interesting city itself and great links to NE/NW, lasgow, Edinburgh and Dumfries or the Borders. A better location for branching out then Glasgow or Edninburgh.
Birgit - Denmark
Sue - Scotland
Wonderful situation near the castle. Easy walking distance to station and very close to great Arts center.
munro - England
Adelphi - Australia
Stirling YHA was very convenient to stunning Stirling Castle and walking distance to coffee shop and supermarket. Lovely building too in historic quarter.
El - Australia
Basic accommodation - good for the price. The noise travels from the rooms next door, so ear plugs are recommended for a good night's sleep.
Augusto - Brazil
Anto - India
SfG - Germany
Phoenix - United States of America
This hostel is amazing. New interiors purposely built as a hostel. the location is the best in Stirling on top of the hill just across from the Tollbooth music venue and down from the Castle and Holy Rood Church. Breakfast is a bit pricey if you opt for it.
Jen - Australia
Very convenient for visiting the castle and other historic sites. Peaceful location.
hhhh - Peoples Republic of China
September 2010
Carole - Australia
Excellent location, friendly knowledgeable staff.
Nic - France
Ana - Spain
fish - Germany
Alex - England
Excellent location. Rooms within the hostel, however, are somewhat disappointingly designed.
käthe - Germany
1.5 stars
Javier - Spain
hero - Ireland (Northern)
Ariadna - Spain
Marianne - Netherlands
Alfonso - Spain
Xurrixic - Spain
BackpackerBob - Scotland
segralo - Spain
AME - France
Good place close to Stirling Castle.
Elisabet - Spain
Spanish - Spain
August 2010
kars - Netherlands
Mar - Spain
scotti - Germany
Mary - England
Mey - England
This hostel is right in the centre of Stirling, good for walking to city shops and sites, but limited parking spaces and quite a complicated one-way system to navigate if you are driving.
AliD - Scotland
piper - United States of America
Have to walk to Wallace Monument and go through the woods. Even though we didn't pay to go up to the top, it was worth the walk and an awesome visit.
Jordan - United States of America
Baumgartner - Switzerland
Eckhard Möx - Germany
Ol Griz - United States of America
Great place and very close to Stirling Castle and the downtown area.
arisaidh - United States of America
I began my summer holiday in Stirling and ended it in Stirling. (Of course, I flew into Edinburgh, but that touchdown lasted only about 20 minutes before I hopped a bus for Stirling. Clean, with comfortable facilities and helpful, friendly staff every time! What more could anyone ask for?
John Holst - Denmark
CanadianAnne - Canada
Theold road system is truly difficult to navigate even with a sat. nav. phone-in is your best bet but worthwhile once you get there, top notch accommodations...
khan - England
Hector - Switzerland
Lynx - Scotland
Parking is very limited at the hostel, 8 places only, and during week restricted on the nearby streets thus may need to park some distance from the hostel.
biology - England
fred - France
JJB - Ireland (Republic)
Car parking can be frustrating if you take out your car and on your return your space is taken, otherwise a very comfortable and enjoyable stay
george - Germany
ute - Germany
the youth hostel in stirling is easy to find has a car park and is in the center.
Robert B. - Germany
July 2010
angel - Spain
angela - England
Bob Evans - Wales
PGR - England
Sole - Switzerland
bob evans - Wales
Steve Johnson - England
The Broons - Scotland
Don't believe the signpost across from the railway station - it's pointing in the wrong direction.
Peter - Scotland
John - England
fido - Canada
June 2010
mak - Czech Republic
Malleny Garden, Bowhill a Drummond Castle.
SinBosun - Scotland
momo - Scotland
Robin - United States of America
Alice - England
Lovely hostel in the old town. Was very quiet on the night I stayed. Hostel staff were excellent and very helpful.
pete - England
lorraine - South Africa
Nessy - Wales
Tom - Scotland
That Fidz - England
vitesse - Scotland
Anonymous - Spain
little johnny - Australia
Kohei - England
May 2010
sb - England
12 - England
Danny Boy - England
Very well situated. Plenty of parking if you arrive by motorbike!
Petertwowheels - England
Ken MacKenzie - England
k - Scotland
Lily Love - England
Everybody must try the Scottish breakfast - friendly, efficient service and I didn't need another thing to eat until evening. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff who were very knowledgeable about things to see and visit in the locality. A beautiful city, steeped in history but with plenty of open countryside for those who prefer peace and quiet.
Bronnie - New Zealand
April 2010
part - Argentina
Lorraine - United States of America
SF - England
It's at the top of a STEEP HILL! May take twice as long from station to hostel as going back down if you have heavy bag/pack. Well worth the climb.
Team Manager - Scotland
March 2010
Rebecca - United States of America
The one-way streets are a bit difficult. Get a good map before driving into the city! The castle was nice and our tour guide was really great. The town is a lovely old town and the people were VERY helpful and friendly.
rail fan - England
Peter - Germany
hello - England
Grike - England
Arrive early to get one of the 8 parking spaces.
Ruth - Scotland
Great hostel with fabulous views. Fantastic staff.
wibble - England
February 2010
mikebelk - England
Active Annie - Scotland
Angelika - Germany
January 2010
Joana - Germany
might be difficult to park cars when busy in summer
pinky and perky - England
Not a lot of car parking space
Lancashire Lass - England
A very good hostel, well situated, with very friendly and helpful staff. The castle is well worth a visit.
Jeannie - Scotland
December 2009
Stirling is a great hostel to stay in. Friendly, helpful staff and so handy not only for the centre of the town but also for the castle and old section of the town.
Chris - England
Jane - Scotland
Nice breakfast for £3.50. Hostel car park was full and I was not able to park my car anywhere near hostel
remo - Republic of China (Taiwan)
November 2009
none - England
kelpie - Sweden
SASSENACH - England
a - England
k - Denmark
Bob - Scotland
Birgit, Denmark - Denmark
phil - England
October 2009
Will - England
Karrier - England
MaLuSuMon - Spain
claymores - Scotland
ME - England
Elgin - England
Anbe - England
Happy 123 - England
tiromail - England
September 2009
Ana Mª - Spain
it was great for students as there is a romom where they can be playing and watching TV in such a city center place...
Mayte - Spain
xyz - Germany
david - Peoples Republic of China
UKUS traveller - United States of America
great location in easy walking distance to all stirling attractions
ken murphy - England
Wet'n'Windy - England
Good location near castle and not far from central shops
Stacee - United States of America
Gorgeous building in a perfect location for anyone wanting to experience Stirling. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was a nice size and very clean. I would definitely stay here again!
Jo - Poland
MATHILDE - France
Jamescook198 - England
ursula - Germany
the location of this hostel is really convenient. It is a friendly hostel, even the beds were made up. that is the extra service which is really appreciated. Easy walk to the castle.... perfect place, I recommend it to everyone.
alaskan - United States of America
Norbert - Germany
Fruko - Spain
ducono - France
3 Persons - Germany
Kim - South Korea
JES - Sweden
August 2009
Stirling is a nice town for turists
Ondine - France
Mary - Australia
ken - England
wild rover - England
Graham - Scotland
Probably best to eat out as their is only 2 ovens to accommodate everybody, therefore, at meal times (evening especially) it can be a while before you start cooking. Before you know it - the night's gone.
Crew77 - United States of America
gabi, austria - Austria
super Lage, Familienzimmer ist o.k., Frühstück gut , ich würde wieder hinfahren
Jules - United States of America
The staff was great!! The game room was nice and all the kitchen and laundry facilites were great. Laundry machine was reasonably priced. Convenient (and beautiful) location to get to either Glasgow or Edinburgh by train or car (if you don't want to spend the night in those bigger cities).
ElAnderle - Switzerland
a - Spain
Michaela - England
seb - France
Scot - Austria
ladybird - New Zealand
Pat Naylor - England
Le-Jog - England
hoi - Netherlands
Alison - Scotland
Up a long hill, be prepared to walk. Close to the Jail and Castle. Very limited parking.
jponsf - Spain
Gon - Spain
Gillian - England
Great views from rear of hostel and from the castle, which is just a few minutes walk away
ossie - England
sus - Belgium
henry - Ireland (Republic)
great location and apart from the loo it was a great hostel. Met a very grumpy older man there who gave the staff a bit of a hard time , yet they took it in their stride.
Dublin Traveller - Ireland (Republic)
Stirling hostel is situated in a lovely quiet part of the town and near the castle. It is about a 5 minute walk from the city centre. There is a very limited car parking facility with only 9 parking spaces in all. There are parking spaces on the street outside the hostel but this has to be paid for between 8:45am and 5:30pm, the hostel has no control over the charges for the street parking as it is the local council has control of this.
T-bag - Germany
Hector - France
July 2009
tourist - South Africa
Ted - Wales
This is an ideal place for visiting the city of Stirling.
Angelika + Alina - Germany
Ghost walk and Old town jail is very nice
hela - Netherlands
The toilet en showerroom are built in the dorm! Arch!
BBB - England
blueflower - Germany
Jeff Austen - England
A great hostle in a really good location to spend time in the Stirling area.
SYorks - England
n&t - England
MM - Ireland (Northern)
Alice - Spain
sable - United States of America
paul - Italy
Robert - England
June 2009
Peter - England
A note in the web guide - might be there already? but if so I missed it - regarding parking availability and times allowed for near street parking would be very useful. I was fortunate but would have liked to know situation before I arrived.
Vitas - Lithuania
Perfect hostel, friendly staff!
PBW - Canada
There was option to purchase breakfast. Kitchen was large and the dining area large.
pgc - Scotland
Jack - Malaysia
Walking distance to Stirling castle and also to town area. Recommended for staying! However, car park space may be of a problem if the hostel is at full occupancy.
mathu - Scotland
arie - Netherlands
Liz - Scotland
We had a lovely stay at this hostel. Much friendlier than other hostels we have visited.
portboyo - Scotland
Jedan - United States of America
Mac - England
Hostel is in an excellent position for looking around Stirling, it's a hard climb up to the hostel but well worth it even if the people driving around the one way system think they are taking part in the Monte Carlo Rally. On my way to Glasgow it rained but I found but I found an excellent elevenses stop in Kippen at the Deli, and lunch at the roadside pub where the West Highland Way crosses the A81 at Dumgoyne.
Excellent train and bus connections to all parts of Scotland. If you're considering a tour by public transport, do check out the various Rover packages available - often much cheaper than individual fares.
Great hostel with stunning views. Very friendly and helpful staff which creates a relaxed atmosphere.
kalimbwa - England
May 2009
rmc12 - England
van haastrecht - Netherlands
balk - Germany
Heli - Finland
April 2009
alan - France
Wendy - Australia
Elfo - Spain
EILIDH - Scotland
UliV - Germany
November 2008
Stirling Youth Hostel,a good address for traveling through Scotland. A modern house with an ancient front, run by a friendly and professional staff, in an interesting town which is surrounded by a pretty landscape, nothing else to say. You should make a visit!