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Islesburgh House Hostel

Lerwick

Set in Lerwick, 600 metres from Bain's Beach, Islesburgh House Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. I'm honored to stay at this beautiful 100+ year old mansion. Facilities are clean and well-maintained. Very Surprised to be able to enjoy the 4-bed bedroom by myself. Highly recommend!

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9.2
Superb
540 reviews
Price from
₱ 3,399
per night

The Dolphin Inn Hostel

Dunbar

The Dolphin Inn Hostel features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dunbar. The property is around 2.6 km from Belhaven Bay Beach, 31 km from Muirfield and 46 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. More hotel than hostel the common areas are retro cool and comfortable. Everything is clean, clear, and organized. The staff -- especially Tom -- is brilliant. Extremely walkable location;. easy to take a Borders bus to Siccar Point, a major site in geology and the history of science. I would love to return.

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9.2
Superb
466 reviews
Price from
₱ 4,064
per night

Ben Nevis Inn Rooms

Fort William

Ben Nevis Inn Rooms is located at the foot of Ben Nevis and offers accommodation with the added bonus of being housed next to our pub and restaurant – The Ben Nevis Inn.

All guest rooms are equipped with all amenities hikers and holiday makers require. Featuring a private bathroom, kitchenette with a kettle, toaster, microwave and fridge. The location and the view of the accommodation is so worthwhile; a pure wonder. Surrounded by stunning landscapes and sheeps, the place is peaceful and charming. You feel like you are privileged to be here. The food at the restaurant (but do book a table!) is excellent and the room was very comfortable.

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9
Superb
350 reviews
Price from
₱ 17,439
per night

Comrie Croft

Crieff

Situated in Crieff, 39 km from Scone Palace, Comrie Croft features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The property is around 48 km from Castle Menzies, 37 km from Doune Castle and 41 km from Stirling Castle. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower. This was one of the most unique places we stayed on our travels. Brilliant facilities for self-catering. Wonderful shop on site with everything you need to prepare meals. Good philosophy to what the place is all about. Caring and friendly staff. Plenty of room in the shared spaces to find a quiet corner to relax. Great base for exploring this beautiful region.

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9.2
Superb
125 reviews
Price from
₱ 3,695
per night

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite

Helmsdale

Situated in Helmsdale and with Dunrobin Castle reachable within 26 km, Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Located around 44 km from Carnegie Club Skibo Castle, the hostel is also 45 km away from Royal Dornoch Golf Club. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and luggage storage for guests. Bike storage on site! Beautifully renovated interior—great kitchen and lounge. Tall ceilings create a wonderful sense of spaciousness

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9.5
Exceptional
107 reviews
Price from
₱ 3,177
per night

Ballater Hostel

Ballater

Located in Ballater and within 18 km of Balmoral Castle, Ballater Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is set 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 19 km from Aboyne Golf Club and 25 km from Corgarff Castle. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests.

Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, a shower and a hairdryer, and certain rooms at the hostel have a safety deposit box. Excellent friendly hostel with good common facilities - lots of guidance for new visitors unfamiliar with the surrounding area.

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9.2
Superb
261 reviews
Price from
₱ 1,892
per night

Acheninver Hostel

Achiltibuie

Acheninver Hostel offers accommodation in Achiltibuie.

Guests can enjoy sea and mountain views from the property.

The area is popular for hillwalking, sea kayaking, climbing and snorkelling. The nearest airport is Inverness Airport, 140 km from the property. We were staying in the pod and with full facilities, great shower. The surroundings was so beautiful and quiet. The entrance to the living area also special. Definitely will stay here again when visiting next time with longer stay.

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9.2
Superb
398 reviews
Price from
₱ 1,847
per night

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel 4 stars

Port Charlotte

Featuring free WiFi, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel offers accommodation in Port Charlotte. Free private parking is available on site.

The nearest airport is Islay Airport, 25 km from Port Charlotte Youth Hostel. Lorna was very friendly and helpful.location was beautiful

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9.1
Superb
209 reviews
Price from
₱ 8,387
per night

Blacksmiths Bunkhouse

Fort William

Located in Fort William, 6 km from Glen Nevis, Blacksmiths Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. 21 km from Glenfinnan Station Museum and 23 km from Loch Linnhe, the hostel features a ski pass sales point. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. Excellent staff worth prize and rooms

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9
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
₱ 10,493
per night

New Town Hall Bunkhouse

Whithorn

New Town Hall Bunkhouse is offering accommodation in Whithorn. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Lucked out having a 6 bed dorm to myself! Very comfortable bed. How shower. Fully equipped kitchen! Couldn’t have asked for more.

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9
Superb
26 reviews
Price from
₱ 2,328
per night

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