About

Small and intimate, Ratagan Youth Hostel is has a stunning lochside location with enviable views towards Skye.

Perfect for groups, families and individual travellers, this warm and welcoming hostel offers guests a variety of room types and all able to be booked as private rooms. The accommodation is split over two floors and 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 large dining room or take advantage of the well-equipped self-catering kitchen. Relax with a local craft beer or glass of wine in the hostel’s comfortable lounge, while enjoying stunning views over the Five Sisters of Kintail.

WiFi access is free for all guests and other facilities include a laundry, drying room, luggage store and secure bike shed. Basic provisions, including frozen ready meals, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.

Although surrounded by mountains, lochs and forests, the hostel is just off the main road, with a bus stop only 1.5 miles away making it easily accessible by public transport. Free parking is available onsite.

Ratagan is a popular choice with outdoor enthusiasts and there are a number of low-level scrambles and ridge walks within easy reach of the hostel. The garden is ideal for launching kayaks for a paddle in Loch Duich, home to porpoises, otters and seals. World famous Eilean Donan Castle is only eight miles away.
Ratagan 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 for 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 - 22:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Parking
  • Reception (limited hours)
  • Board Games
  • Meals Available
  • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
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Reviews

10Superb(90)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Stayed in Sept 2024
10
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Anne
Female, 41+, Scotland
What a beautiful place weather helped the hostel was great in bunk room for 6 above kitchen thought it might be noisy but all quite the staff were great very helpful nothing a bother loved being there will be back
Stayed in Jul 2024
10
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Matthew
Male, 41+, Scotland
There are beautiful views from the windows, as well as from the picnic tables and benches just outside. The warden was really friendly and helpful, and everything is clean and well organised.
Stayed in Apr 2023
9.4
J
Janet
Female, 41+, England
Fabulous facilities, helpful friendly staff, cosy and warm and a great location. The best stay of our holiday.
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Location

Glenshiel, Kyle, Ratagan, Scotland
0.1km from city centre