4 stars
Dorothy Jane - Scotland
October 2011
Right on the shore of Loch Ness with great views over the loch. Car probably essential here as the hostel is located quite far from any village. Cosy lounge and spacious dining area. Friendly staff.
4.5 stars
JohnH - Scotland
3.5 stars
Minkowscy - Poland
September 2011
5 stars
Ross - Scotland
Fantastic location- Nessie spotting from the windows
Knoblich - Germany
2.5 stars
Ivo - England
Very basic. If there's two of you, a travel lodge will likely be cheaper. With a lot more amenity.
cirkus - England
Great hostel, although you do need your own transportation. If you get the chance do stay here for the views alone.
ave - Estonia
August 2011
james2764 - Scotland
thedebster - England
The hostel has a fantastic location right on the shoreline. The views from our room were the best of our entire end to end experience. There is a lovely lounge area with amazing views. This is such a small, and quiet hostel. Beautiful. Travellers note, there is good laundry facilities here.
Elisa - Spain
Elynn - United States of America
The facilities are not extraordinary, but they are functional and kept clean. But you cannot beat the location: right on Loch Ness with views of the water from many of the rooms. It is a great location for exploring the region. Note: in July/August there are a lot of biting midges. Go prepared.
s french - England
do not cycle sections of the the great glen way unless you have a mountain bike. sections of it that aren't immediately on the canal path are quite hard going.
Fredrik - Sweden
Michael Vandrey - Germany
kathareise - Germany
mac man - England
IF ONLY ALL SYHA HOSTELS WERE LIKE LOCH NESS I WOULD USE THEM MORE OFTEN !
3 stars
Arisaidh - United States of America
This hostel is literally on the highway into Inverness. The front door can be no more that 20 feet from the asphalt. Very, very quiet (with the exception of the traffic) and with absolutely nothing to do for the entire day after you must vacate the premises from 10 until 5. My first and last stay there... On the positive side...I had a room all to myself.
Goufer - Germany
bikedud - England
PAUL - England
podgey - England
Basic Very clean Excellent views of loch ness coming back next year
swiss-scot - Switzerland
Beautiful location, right at the shore of Loch Ness. Quite atmoshperic common room with a wonderful view.
Marissa - England
An absolutely wonderful location right on the shore of the Loch and very easy to find as right beside the main road.
Nick - England
Small hostel, great views of Loch Ness. Good facilities
PILAR - England
tony - England
July 2011
Wang chih-wei - Republic of China (Taiwan)
It's very nice place,good view!
Heli - Finland
q - Australia
endtoender - England
This YH is in a lovely location. When I was there in July 2011 it was run efficiently, clean, and facilities were fine. It would be a good place for groups, but question the value for money compared to a B&B if you are travelling as a pair or on your own. The B&B I used on my trip were typically £30-£35 / night. (offered own room plus facilities, TV, very often free WiFi., Tea /coffee making fac. and a very substantial cooked breakfast). In my opinion,although the YH was OK, for me the YH was not good value for money.
Tim Paquette - Canada
Ardlui - Scotland
DaveB - England
David - England
Great location but glad we had our bikes to cycle back for dinner at the nearest pub. Brilliant communal dinig room / lounge with views over the Loch.
Jenny Johnson - England
A Uddin - England
One of the best trip I have ever had in UK. I think it was one of the best and beautiful place on earth...
tez123 - Scotland
Robin - England
Cristina - Portugal
hey - Spain
garry7927 - England
June 2011
Brilliant location, stunning views, first class kitchen and facilities, and its own monster near the beach.
Ian - Scotland
Holly - Australia
A great hostel, right on the shore of Loch Ness and close enough to the Isle of Skye for a day's outing there. It has an enormous kitchen with good facilities and a huge lounge/dining area with million dollar views over the Loch. We slept in the annexe, right on the water's edge and found it quiet and comfortable. I highly recommend this hostel.
Enrique - Spain
brompton boy - England
john elliot - Scotland
justleish - Australia
Fantastic hostel in perfect location. Best hostel that I've stayed at ever!
Bernie - England
Excellent hostel for stop over when going further north would highly recommend it and will certainly stay again on my next trip.
Liliane - France
The Loch Ness Youth Hostel will leave you with unforgetable memories of the lake because it is right next to the shore. Easy access by bus and close to the walking trail. Very friendly staff and comfortable dining room and kitchen.
Alice - England
Great little hostel. My room had an amazing view of Loch Ness.
Toby - England
May 2011
Take care on the A82 as vehicles are going far too fast on this scenic road.
Anonymous - England
I.P Nightly - Scotland
Sinky - Scotland
For anyone doing the Great Glen Way, please note this hostel is 4 miles beyond Invermoriston (if you're starting at Ft William). We made the silly mistake of thinking it was in Invermoriston or very closes to it. Wrong answer. This caused a significant deterioration of morale when we realised the end was not as nigh as we had hoped. Och. On the bright side though, the german husband and wife team running the hostel were extremely friendly, helpful and helped make the stay very pleasant indeed. It'a a nice wee hostel and the location right on the banks of Loch Ness (as the hostel name suggests) is superb with brilliant views.
txbnet - England
In a beautiful location overlooking the Loch. Great sized kitchen, lovely communal rest area with hot stoves. Friendly staff.
lille - France
Barbara - Scotland
andyorth - England
April 2011
Radetzky - England
john - Scotland
January 2011
Lizzy - Jersey
October 2010
tricia - New Zealand
Marmar - Scotland
The hostel's main house was warm, clean and cosy with two welcoming fires to sit and relax in front off, The views of the loch were stunning!
Augusto - Brazil
elimac - Scotland
Ideal location for Ben Nevis right on your doorstep.
SMohamed - Malaysia
It is a very nice hostel by the loch - yup! a stone-away!. Will definitely stay there again for the next visit. Cheers!
BonnieScotland - Belgium
TDM Biker - England
September 2010
guy - England
fatcelt - England
CYCLE - England
nic - France
jdm65 - Scotland
may be 2 star hostel but has 5 star location & views-I stayed in room 9 which was a twin room that looked onto Loch Ness-brillient
marymoon - Spain
Ariadna - Spain
ravens4bowl - England
OK this might not be the most modern of establishment but it more than made up for this by the friendliness of the staff and the beauty of the location - whats notto like about it.
Maxine - Australia
August 2010
Great that each cyclist was given a key to the bike shed. I was disappointed that I could not go for a long walk next to the Loch - but that is no fault of the SYHA. Lovely dining area and the kitchen was spotlessly clean. Lovely area.
anon - England
mey - England
Lovely location on the banks of the Loch, depending on the timing of your visit, be sure to pack midge repellent though!
fischer - France
XXX - England
mù* - France
haaylesbeth - England
Gorgeous location, has it's own little pebble beach on the lake - rooms overlook the lake and it is a gorgeous setting.
Baumgartner - Switzerland
Sandra - Switzerland
S.Yorks - England
this is a lovely hostel for the summertime, location superb, facilities basic but adequate. I would highly recommend it for an away from it all break.
Dennis - Germany
Cath - Denmark
Great setting right on the bank of Loch Ness. Comfortable rooms.
dlmc - Scotland
johnny_d - Belgium
Irlcat - Spain
Patrick (Antwerp, Belgium) - Belgium
This was really a top hostel. No meals provided, true. Simple, and a bit isolated, all true (although good bus services, with a stop right in front of the hostel). But the kindest and most helpful host ever (Christine, from Brittany). Good self-catering kitchen. And with its own private beach, good for a real swim in the Loch. Super!
Nana - Germany
July 2010
Brilliant. Very well run
Canuck - Canada
Vere - Netherlands
A great hostel in a wonderful location
bradicle - England
Kit-Cat - Scotland
ned - Scotland
Tony - Scotland
Daniel - Belgium
julie - England
we were very please this hostel was open at 3pm to get in from all the rain andwas able to make a hot drink, and get warm, thank you
Roger Newbery - England
Great location on the side of the Loch and superb views across the water in the main eating relaxation room. Also access to own private beach section of Loch. Lock-up shed for bikes too
Paul - England
dancingthroughlife - England
dz - Sweden
good place :)
Duncy - Scotland
Not the newest hostel but more than compensates with great atmosphere and setting, with a superb outlook over Loch Ness. Spacious kitchen and wood paneled dining/sitting area with comfortable, real wood, dining chairs and tables. A great place to relax.
Ken, Winchester - England
scottishvisit - United States of America
Jude - New Zealand
Location, location, location. Couldn't get any closer to the Loch. Perfect for Nessie (in vain) watching. Superb staff, very helpful and nothing too much bother, great facilities in kitchen, spacious communal areas (and the view!!!). And, not having to share a room with 8 others. Wonderful. Totally recommend Loch Ness.
Christine - Australia
G.P. - Australia
Stephen Bowden - England
Henry Chan - Hong Kong
1) There was no power socket in the room that I could not charge my mobile phone and use hair dryer inside the room. 2) The lady bathroom is too small, my wife said.
Richard - England
A wonderful stay in an exceptional location with plenty of atmosphere.
David Dooley - England
Sock monkey - United States of America
This place is so magical! Go and enjoy it!
lovesScotland - United States of America
June 2010
Emily - Australia
wear something warm and note that it is about 45 minutes drive from the train station
Susie - Switzerland
Fabulous hotel with a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Loved the women's shower which was as good as back home, and the luxury of a single room after staying in 8-12 bed dormitories! Loved the Nessie drawings and photo-opportunity.
Sarah - Scotland
Hadleigh - England
Much better than I thought it was going to be (my first experience of staying in a youth hostel). Fantastic views, lovely setting.
MVossi - Germany
TvO - Netherlands
andy - England
Scone1976 - Germany
More than we expected! Very helpful staff. Good facilities, huge dining/recreation room and a proper kitchen. Directly situated on the shore of the loch. There even is a shop with more than 50 articles on offer (fair prices).
Shamone - England
Nellum - France
Fort Augustus is great for dinner if you need it.
sperohawk - Canada
Ange - Scotland
Jan - Malaysia
If you love laidback, peaceful and natural environment, this is the hostel to hang out at! :)
Robster - England
Badger - Scotland
May 2010
Superb views of Loch Ness from the dining area. Pebble beach right below. Make sure you take food with you as nearest basic shop is 2 miles away. Definitely worth a visit. If cycling, make sure you plan a cycle on the 'Military Road' on the other side of the Loch, killer free-wheel and spectacular views.
Marc - France
12 - England
bilal - Scotland
richtea - Scotland
Louise & Harry - England
Anna - Netherlands
April 2010
Helen - England
October 2009
What a fab hostel! Fantastic view, cosy and just a bit old- fashioned- lots of character.
Angela - England
Basic hostel, but wonderful view of Loch Ness, well equipped kitchen facilities and dinning area, comfy lounge, log fire, very cosy.
Scotty - Netherlands
ant - England
Marie - Germany
The Loch Ness hostel is really a insiders' tip!
12345 - England
DezzaP - England
A well sited hostel providing a friendly and sociable place to rest alongside the wonderful Loch Ness. The hostel is rural but close to facilites if required. Excellent base for all activites.
chia - Republic of China (Taiwan)
jorbarce - France
September 2009
CH-nurse - Switzerland
Great scenery... Very nice hostel but some few things are missing... heaters that would really kill some of the humidity!!! electric plugs in the rooms... the rest perfect!! will go back again and again and again....
gigi - Germany
Sid - England
ken murphy - England
Rossi - England
november - Republic of China (Taiwan)
tiromail - England
Ideal for those travelling on public transport, the coach stops outside the hostel.
Magda - England
Very friendly, helpful staff and nice atmosphere. Breakfast provided free of charge!
Maria E. Albarran-Alvarez - Spain
Don't forget to visit Loch Ness Museum, small but nice!!!!
Thierry Bruno - Luxembourg
john chalk - England
PARIS - France
Amy - Scotland
Plenty parking but watch out. Came on Hostel quite suddenly. Busy road.
amine - France
jmv - Spain
Sebastian - Germany
August 2009
Linda G - England
family d - France
Núria - Spain
Nicole Dailcroix - France
garethjones1927 - Wales
Alan - England
Angela - Scotland
bb - Scotland
Anon - Wales
Liz, Oxford - England
On a busy road but overlooking the loch at the back. A period atmosphere redolent of the 1930s fresh air and body beautiful movement. Our rooms looked out on to the loch and were the cleanest hostel bedrooms I've ever encountered. The dining room also had a loch view.
Lilia - France
Le-Jog - England
t&s - England
Stéphanie - France
John Simpson - Australia
July 2009
Friedrich Schildger - Germany
pete - England
In summer don't forget the midge hood.
Alan - Scotland
J - Ireland (Northern)
Agnes - Poland
Fantastic place.
Jeff Austen - England
Go and stay at this hostel, if you like the peace and tranquility of being on the edge of a Scottish loch. It is perfect for individuals & families who wish to stay in the Loch Ness area but who want to be away from the tourist hot spots
mark - Scotland
midge - Scotland
Family from Silesia - Poland
So beauty, we will return We are recomended
An Korvat - Belgium
This worn out Youth Hostel is on a beautiful location; the Loch Ness is really there. You can see the water and you have a beautiful view from your window. Marvelous! Pay attention to the midges and buy DEET 40%. It is better than Avon to chase away the midges.
abcefg - United States of America
Very basic accomodations, clean and functional. It is nice that it is right on the Loch and the staff was very friendly, but if I had it to do over again, I would have stayed at one of the other SYHA afflicated hostels in the area. I was traveling with my husband and two small kids and this isn't the best place for a family.
josh8576 - Germany
Houston4 - United States of America
paul c - England
this is a great hostel to stay in, staff were friendly and efficent(german ha ha) if you are doing the great glen way walk then i reccomend going on through invermorriston, pick up supplies as you go through and walk the extra 4 miles to this hostel, right on the loch. also makes the next day shorter!
Andy - England
June 2009
John - England
Histon Nikki - England
June - Scotland
birkhead - Scotland
Caledoniaphile - England
Jörg - Germany
woozle - England
Great atmosphere and facilities. Stunning views of the loch. Very handy location for walking the Great Glen way.
Stephanie - Germany
Annie - England
The hostel has an excellent kitchen and spacious dining room overlooking Loch Ness, it is a pity it does not do meals
webbo - England
rosyfox - England
fantastic position on Loch Ness shore
roystonmitch - England
DPark - Wales
May 2009
ACS - Scotland
trev - England
Jools - England
Barbara - England
Yves - Belgium
April 2009
Alan - France
Nessie - France
zc - Peoples Republic of China
Dunders - England
November 2008