About

Set in one of Scotland’s most spectacular and historic glens, not far from Glencoe village, this alpine-style youth hostel offers a range of comfortable accommodation. Guests can choose from cosy solid wood panelled rooms, to larger family rooms and shared accommodation.

Guests can opt for a wee breakfast or prepare their own in the hostel’s well equipped, open plan kitchen. Other facilities include a spacious dining room, a small, cosy lounge and one of the best drying rooms in the Scottish Highlands! The hostel also offers on-site parking and a secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception and guests can relax in the evening with a Scottish craft beer or a glass of wine.

Glencoe Youth Hostel is the perfect base for walkers and climbers of all abilities - not just in summer, but all year round; perfect if you're going for a scramble in Coire Gabhail - the dramatic Lost Valley - or tackling Britain's finest ridge walk, the Aonach Eagach, which ends at the hostel.

Visit nearby Glencoe mountain resort for skiing and mountain biking or cycle the Sustrans path to Oban. Or simply relax and be inspired by the dramatic scenery and history of this famous glen.

Glencoe 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 - 21:00

Check Out

until 10:00

Child Friendly
Credit Cards Not Accepted
Non Smoking
Pet Friendly
Taxes Included

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Facilities

Free Parking
Free WiFi
Free Security Lockers
Bicycle Parking
Parking
Reception (limited hours)
Board Games
Meals Available

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Reviews

9.6Superb(328)

Value for Money
9.6
Security
10.0
Atmosphere
9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Staff
9.8
Location
9.4
Facilities
9.4

Summary of traveller reviews

Glencoe Youth Hostel offers a stunning natural setting perfect for hikers and nature lovers. Guests praise the friendly and helpful staff, clean and spacious rooms, and well-equipped kitchen facilities. Its remote location provides tranquility, though some find it a bit far from town without a car. Overall, a highly recommended stay for a peaceful escape in Scotland.

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Stayed in May 2026

8.9

Elizabeth

Female, 41+, USA

Just keep in mind, you’re getting what you pay for. When I was there, it was very warm, the windows don’t open very far and with six girls in the room, it was stifling hot. No bells and whistles, but that’s not what you’re looking for when you go to a hostel

Stayed in May 2026

Karen

Female, 41+, England

We loved it here, staff were so welcoming, the room was spacious and clean and the kitchen was big, clean and well maintained and equipped. And the location…..well it is Glencoe, what more need I say. A 30 minute walk from the village and bus stops; a pleasant walk with off road paths. Would highly recommend and will definitely stay again.

Stayed in May 2026

Lynne

Female, 41+, England

Stunning location, friendly staff. Nice pub 20 mins walk away for food and sometimes have live music. Bery comfy beds. Bring your midge repellant tho. Loved our stay.

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Location

Glencoe, Ballachulish, Glencoe, Scotland

2.3km from city centre

About Glencoe

Surrounded by some of Scotland's most dramatic landscapes, the village of Glencoe is deep in the Highlands' Lochaber Geopark. The area's soaring, jagged cliffs and lochs are the result of the ancient volcanoes and glaciers that shaped the idyllic glen, which has appeared in blockbusters like Skyfall and the Harry Potter films. The village itself sits between tranquil Loch Leven and the mammoth mountains at the head of the glen, making it the ideal base for outdoors adventures.

Glencoe hostels are nestled in the wooded glen, offering total escapism if you want it – but plenty also have free Wi-Fi so you can keep in touch with the outside world. Stay in an alpine-style hostel with stone and pine-clad walls inside. For something more rustic, there's an original highland croft in the heart of the valley: keep warm, and get to know other travellers, beside the living room's open log fire. Most hostels in Glencoe have a shared kitchen, and some have bicycle storage for visitors exploring on two wheels.

The small village of Glencoe has a few shops and cafés, as well as a picturesque thatched cottage that houses the North Lorn Folk Museum. The village is surrounded by the glen of Glencoe, with Aonach Eagach ridge on one side and the Three Sisters mountains on the other. It's close to the shores of Loch Leven, with the Pap of Glencoe mountain creating a majestic backdrop. Loch Linnhe, Rannoch Moor and the pyramid-shaped mountain Buachaille Etive Mor are also nearby.

You can immerse yourself in the great outdoors in and around Glencoe. Take on one of the country's best ridge walks along the Aonach Eagach or bike through woodland and by the river on the Glencoe Orbital Track. You could also take to the water in a kayak to see one of the small islands on Loch Leven. Whatever the season, the Glencoe Mountain Resort, a 20-minute drive away, has plenty to do. There's climbing and tubing in the summer and the steepest ski run in Scotland during the winter.

The easiest (and most scenic) way to reach Glencoe is by driving along the main road that runs through the glen's dramatic landscape. If you're travelling from the north, you'll pass through Fort William and by Ben Nevis. There are regular buses from Glasgow (2 hours) and Fort William (30 minutes). The closest airports are in Glasgow and Inverness. Local buses can take also you around parts of Glencoe.