About

Set amidst stunning mountains, at the halfway point on the West Highland Way, Crianlarich Youth Hostel is the perfect base for anyone looking to explore the northern area of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park and surrounding mountains.

Great for groups, families and individual travellers, this warm and welcoming hostel offers guests a wide range of room types from comfortable private rooms, some en-suite, to spacious shared accommodation, the majority of them will have bunk beds. The hostel has ample showers and washrooms and ramped access at the rear of the building for two accessible rooms with wet room facilities.

Guests can opt for a Wee Breakfast served in the dining room or take advantage of the well-equipped self-catering kitchen. WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include a comfortable lounge with TV, a laundry, drying room and secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. The hostel is licensed and guests can relax with a Scottish craft beer or glass of wine after a long day exploring.

There are good bus and rail links as well as free onsite parking.

Crianlarich 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. 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

16:00 - 22:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Child Friendly
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • No Curfew
  • Non Smoking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Wi-Fi
  • Meals Available
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Reviews

9.6Superb(297)
  • Value for Money
    9.6
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    8.8
  • Cleanliness
    9.6
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    9.6
  • Facilities
    9.6
Summary of traveller reviews

Crianlarich Youth Hostel in Scotland offers a warm welcome with exceptionally friendly and professional staff. Guests praise the hostel's cleanliness and excellent location, perfect for hikers and travellers exploring the Trossachs. Some mention a need for more space in showers and a lack of private lockers.

Stayed in Jun 2026
9.4
C
Claire
Female, 41+, Scotland
Excellent friendly staff; very positive experience.
Stayed in Apr 2026
10
L
Lorraine
Female, 41+, Scotland
Highly Recommend Crianlarich Youth Hostel
Stayed in Oct 2025
9.4
H
Helen
Female, 41+, England
We used the YHA so that we could support our local family with childcare in half term. The hostel was super clean, the staff wonderfully welcoming, helpful and welcoming. The location is brilliant for the village, shop and station, and many walks. A footie machine or TT table would have been useful.
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Location

Station Road, Crianlarich, Scotland
1.4km from city centre