Cairngorm Lodge
About About this youth hostel ....
Set in the heart of Cairngorms National Park with views over the Northern Corries, this award winning youth hostel is only seven miles from Aviemore and a short walk from the banks of Loch Morlich, with the highest sandy beach in the UK.
This four star VisitScotland accredited hostel offers a wide range of comfortable private rooms and shared dorms all with separate washrooms. Other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, two comfortable lounges, pool table, laundry, drying room and a secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Due to the hostel’s remote location, WiFi is free for all guests but access is limited due to the hostel location.
Cairngorm Lodge is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1479 861 238 to check availability. There is a small charge of £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
‘Wee’ and Full Breakfast available along with Evening Meals (please remember to pre-book your breakfast).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Award Winning Youth Hostel in Cairngorms National Park
- Seven miles from Aviemore with a regular bus service
- Walking distance from Loch Morlich
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Dog Friendly
- Great for families and outdoor enthusiasts
- Licensed café bar, serving coffee, local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
March to October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00-10:00 and 17:00-22:30 (23:00 at weekends)
Check in
17:00 - 22.30
Check out
07.00 - 10:00
Access Hours
Late arrival is by pre-arrangement only
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Private Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Guest Reviews
15/04/2024
Great stay and a fun relaxing place to rest after a challenging day in the mountains. Fantastic showers!Gary Lory
13/04/2024
Great location and atmosphere. Friendly people. Best washrooms in any hostel. Couldn't ask more.Caner
13/04/2024
simple, easy and cost effective.Le Brooce
11/04/2024
I would highly recommend this hostel. Lots of space and a perfect location for all the walks, the Loch and local bar/restaurant. The staff were always extremely helpful and friendly. A great atmosphere and wonderful stay.Lydia
10/04/2024
A family friendly place in a stunning location not far from the main route south and with great facilities for self-catering.Alex M
10/04/2024
Good location with plenty to do on the doorstep.Norman
10/04/2024
Great hostel, neat and the staff is very friendly.Femke
08/04/2024
Brilliantly located, this hostel nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms has incredible views, it is really comfortable with excellent amenities and friendly staff. Our big group of multiple families - from under 5's to over 70's - all had a brilliant Easter weekend here, commenting on how comfortable and lovely the hostel is . Thanks to all at Hostelling Scotland!Jam G
08/04/2024
LOvely placePaul Walker
06/04/2024
Such a great first introduction to hosteling for our 3 kids. Super friendly staff, a great common room & amazing location. The option to have breakfast & dinner plus the extra restaurant by the loch and great bus service means this would also be a great place for a car-free holiday.Jo
11/02/2024
Idea location for our needs. Good facilities, warm and comfortable hostel to come back to after a day on the hill. Manager very helpful and friendlyBrian
11/02/2024
Another excellent stay; we stayed as a 30 strong mountain rescue team and the hostel and manager were excellent. Very comfortable and great venue.Guest Review
13/11/2023
The stay was absolutely perfect for our group getaway. Mark was extremely friendly and welcoming on arrival and gave a nice tour around the place. He was also very accommodating and available for support when needed. The location is just perfect for a lot of activities with a cute wholesome bar/cafe down the road, a beach nearby with stunning views, and a stone throw away from the Cairngorms Reindeer Herd. All just perfect for a winter getaway! Will happily be coming back.Jamie
07/11/2023
I had an absolutely amazing stay at Cairngorm Lodge! The staff were super friendly, and the general atmosphere of the place was quite unique. The location was the best you can get, and I just feel really honoured to have chosen Cairngorm Lodge for my holiday. Thank you!Guest Review
29/10/2023
I just wish to come back to Scotland for another stay :-)Olivier Bodart
27/10/2023
I am a big fan of this particular Hostel. Coming back again and again since the early nineties. And I will keep on doing so.Heike
25/10/2023
Very spacious. We loved the individual lights and sockets / charging points above beds. Fantastic communal areas, great washing facilities & amazing views.Katie
22/10/2023
Lovely hostel in a great location, comfy beds, friendly helpful staff, perfectly clean. Some excellent retro fittings dotted about the place - like the internal glass panels between the Quiet Room and the corridor.Katie
21/10/2023
Warm and welcoming atmosphere, staff really helpful about local trails, great location & lovely facilities. We will definitely be back!Holly
20/10/2023
Very nice hostel in a great location. Staff friendly and helpful. Warm, comfortable bed in a large room. Nice and warm despite the cold, howling gale outside.Angus
11/10/2023
As always an excellent stay. I wish to commend the staff - who are very hard working but always with a smileellie
07/10/2023
Best hostel i have ever stayed at! Met amazing people and the staff was really friendly. Amazing for hiking in the cairngormsEmily
05/10/2023
I've lost count of the times I've stayed at Cairngorm Lodge, looking forward to coming again for my own pleasure when I'm not assessing a DofE expedition. Lovely to see updates with the new bedside facilities. Nice comfy bed. Also appreciated being able to get in and use the toilet outwith the opening hours!Anne
05/10/2023
Wonderful location, staff incredibly friendly and helpful, uncluttered and very clean.Guest Review
20/09/2023
The Cairngorm Lodge is a very good host in a good location for walking in the Cairngorms.Guest Review
20/09/2023
Lovely staff - we had a great stay.Mag Payne
19/09/2023
Great stay. Second visit here. Delicious dinner (curry) and really welcoming, friendly staff. Very much appreciated being allowed to shelter a few hours after checkout as rain was heavy and I was car-less. Brilliant hostel.Debbie
19/09/2023
Great location, lovely helpful staff and overall good value. Would like to return.Gill
14/09/2023
Perfectly nice and helpful staffGuest Review
06/09/2023
Nice place to stay with a history. Lovely employees whom are very helpfull. Very nice nature where you can walk and walk. Good food to.Guest Review
Reasons to visit
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel sits within the Cairngorms National Park, voted one of the top 20 places to visit in the world by National Geographic Traveller Magazine. The park, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, has something for everyone - from castles and distilleries to family attractions, water and snowsports, wildlife watching, and some incredible high and low level walking and cycling routes.
Visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, sample a craft beer at the Cairngorm Brewery, discover Loch Morlich and the highest sandy beach in Britain and explore the Craigellachie National Nature Reserve.
Cairngorm Lodge is the perfect location for families, groups and individuals looking to take advantage of this natural playground.
WoofHostelling in the Cairngorms
Enjoy a bird's eye trip!