A new age for Hostelling
Our CEO Margo Paterson sat down with Richard Baynes of The Herald to talk about how she become CEO of Hostelling Scotland and also the modernisation and changing times of hostelling.
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Discover Scotland
With youth hostels in key locations across Scotland, we offer great value, flexible accommodation, expert local knowledge and a warm welcome for anyone wishing to explore and discover the real Scotland. From cities to islands, beaches and mountains and all points in between! With a great mix of private rooms and shared accommodation, we’re the perfect choice for groups, families and backpackers looking to discover the real Scotland. All of our youth hostels are VisitScotland accredited.
More than just a bed for the night!
As a non-profit charity with people and communities at our heart, our charitable youth programmes give young people and families, who otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity, the chance to experience Scotland and develop their skills for life, learning and work.
Worth a Visit...
Edinburgh Metro
Edinburgh Metro, Scottish LowlandsAvailable from mid-July to the beginning of September, Edinburgh Metro Youth Hostel takes over Edinburgh University’s halls of residence on the Cowgat...
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel
Port Charlotte Islay, Scottish IslandsHoused in a converted whisky warehouse of the former Lochindaal Distillery, spacious and friendly Port Charlotte Youth Hostel sits right beside a safe...
Ratagan Youth Hostel
Ratagan, Scottish HighlandsRatagan Youth Hostel has been described as having one of the best locations in Scotland due to its beautiful loch-side garden and the stony beach dire...
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Hoy
Hoy, Scottish IslandsThe Hoy Centre is set in the beautiful surroundings of Hoy, famous for its magnificent cliff scenery....
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Invergarry, Saddle Mountain Hostel
Invergarry, Scottish HighlandsSaddle Mountain Hostel is a small and friendly hostel sleeping up to 24 people. Centrally located in the Great Glen at Invergarry, it's on the Inverga...
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Tomintoul
Tomintoul, Scottish HighlandsSmall and friendly Smugglers Hostel is a converted school building in the picturesque village of Tomintoul, the northern gateway to Cairngorms Nationa...
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Comrie Croft
Comrie Croft, Scottish LowlandsScotland's award-winning Mountain Biking and Hiking Hostel, the Croft is a farmstead conversion nestled at the foot of a mountain (Ben Chonzie), and a...
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Callander
Callander , Scottish LowlandsCallander is sometimes called 'The Gateway to the Highlands' and Callander Hostel is an iconic building in the town. The many local facilities include...
Lochranza Youth Hostel
Lochranza, Scottish IslandsSurrounded by hills on three sides, Lochranza Youth Hostel sits in an attractive lochside village in the north of the Isle of Arran. Close by, on a na...
Glenbrittle Youth Hostel
Glenbrittle, Scottish IslandsRemotely situated at the foot of the spectacular Cuillin Ridge and surrounded by Skye's rugged beauty, Glenbrittle Youth Hostel has a long tradition o...
Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel
Edinburgh Central, Scottish LowlandsEdinburgh Central is a 5 star, VisitScotland accredited youth hostel in the heart of Scotland's capital, offering a range of shared accommodation and ...
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Helmsdale
Helmsdale, Scottish HighlandsSet in the small scenic village of Helmsdale, halfway between Inverness and John o'Groats. Ideal for cycling, coastal walks, hill walks and bird watch...
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Oban Youth Hostel
An impressive Victorian villa with a great sea front location and stunning views over the Firth of Lorne to the Inner Hebrides, Oban Youth Hostel is a 5 star VisitScotland accredited hostel.
The hostel is beautifully finished and offers a range of high quality shared accommodation and private en-suite rooms - perfect for groups, families and backpackers this winter!
Discover Oban Youth HostelDiscover the Real Scotland
Things to do in Oban – Your Top 5 Guide
Oban, in Argyll & Bute, is a popular seaside town in the Highlands.
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Edinburgh Central's Christmas Menu
Manager's Top Tips for Stirling
Into The Wild
Travel bloggers Wayfaring Kiwi and Watch Me See took a break from city life and visited the Highlands one Autumn weekend.
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The A82 Road Trip
Hostelling Scotland Bucket List
Mini Explorers - successful new pilot project
In October we ran a successful pilot project called Mini Explorers.
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Explore the Isle of Skye in Winter
The A82 Road Trip
Edinburgh's Christmas (November 16 to January 5)
Edinburgh's Christmas is a spectacular, six-week season of festive entertainment in the heart of the capital.
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Glasgow: The Illustrated City
Eat like a local
Latest The latest from Hostelling Scotland
Concerns over Tourist Tax
Hostelling Scotland's CEO Margo Paterson discussed the impact that the introduction of a Tourist Tax could have on hostels in this month's The Talker.
Read MoreEdinburgh Central's Christmas Menu
Booking are now being taken for Christmas lunches and dinners at Edinburgh Central Youth Hostel this December.
Read MoreMini Explorers - successful new pilot project
In October we ran a successful pilot project called Mini Explorers.
Read MoreManager's Top Tips for Stirling
We caught up with Stirling Youth Hostel Manager Aaron Wilson who gave us his guide to all the great things there are to do in and around Stirling.
Read MoreManager's Top Tips for Edinburgh
Edinburgh Manager Janet Gagen has lived in the city for seven years and absolutely loves it. She's given us her top tips for what to do in Edinburgh this season.
Read MoreInto The Wild
Travel bloggers Wayfaring Kiwi and Watch Me See took a break from city life and visited the Highlands one Autumn weekend.
Read MoreGlasgow Loves Christmas (November 9 to 31 December)
Magical events, shopping and festive fun in the heart of Glasgow!
Read MoreEdinburgh's Christmas (November 16 to January 5)
Edinburgh's Christmas is a spectacular, six-week season of festive entertainment in the heart of the capital.
Read MoreChristmas at the Botanics (November 23 to December 29)
Follow a one-mile illuminated trail that winds its way through the world-famous Royal Botanic Gardens in Edinburgh for a magical after-dark experience.
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Getting involved with our Hostelling Scotland Volunteer Programme offers you the chance to make a difference, develop new skills and achieve a personal goal.
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