About

An impressive former shooting lodge, Braemar Youth Hostel sits in extensive grounds in the heart of Cairngorms National Park and is a great base for exploring Royal Deeside with its many castles and distilleries, including Balmoral Castle, the Kings Scottish home.

Perfect for groups, families and individual travellers, the hostel boasts many traditional features and offers guests a wide range of room types, from comfortable private rooms to spacious shared accommodation. None of the rooms are en-suite but ample shower and washroom facilities are available.

Guests can opt for a wee breakfast served in the dining room or take advantage of the large, well-equipped self-catering kitchen. Other facilities include free WiFi, a bright, comfortable lounge with TV, a laundry and drying room, free onsite parking and secure bike storage. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.

Sitting on the ‘Snow Road’, the hostel is the perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts, within easy reach of the Cairngorms and the ski centres at Glenshee and the Lecht.

Braemar is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct to check availability of a private room. There is a small charge of £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.

The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.

House Rules

Check In

17:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Credit Cards Not Accepted
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking
  • Reception (limited hours)
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Reviews

9.9Superb(157)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    9.4
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    9.7
Stayed in Nov 2025
9.7
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Tim
Male, 41+, England
Only met 2 staff, but they were both extremely professional and friendly. Hostel was extremely clean, and very well maintained. Easily the best hostel I have stayed in.
Stayed in Sept 2025
9.7
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James
Male, 41+, Scotland
2nd time using Braemar Youth Hostel recently and I didn't hesitate about using it again. It's clean, tidy, comfortable, has plenty of space, facilities are ideal. Staff are very helpful. Beautiful old building in a stunning setting.
Stayed in Sept 2025
10
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Dobromir
Male, 31-40, Bulgaria
Excellent facilities and very friendly and helpful staff, place was beautiful and we couldn’t be more happy with our stay. Will definitely be back.
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Location

21 Glenshee Road, Braemar, Scotland
0.7km from city centre