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Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

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9.7
Superb
94 Total Reviews
Perfect Location
Superb Staff
Fantastic Cleanliness

Property Description

A lochside lodge, sitting on the northern shore of Loch Gairloch, with magnificent sea and mountain views and easy access to fantastic sandy beaches.

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel is a great base for exploring the North West Highlands, offering guests a range of comfortable private and shared rooms. None of the rooms are en-suite but ample shower and washroom facilities are available.

Guests can opt for a ‘Wee Breakfast’ of cereal, Scottish yogurt, fresh fruit, tea and coffee, or take advantage of the recently refurbished and well-equipped self-catering kitchen and dining room. The hostel is licensed so you can enjoy local beers, malt whisky or a glass of wine while relaxing in the cosy lounge with panoramic views over Gairloch, the Torridon hills, the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides (on a good day)!

WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include lockers, a laundry and a small drying room. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception and the nearest shop is only a fifteen minute walk away. The hostel has onsite parking facilities for up to 13 cars.

Gairloch Sands is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book a room with your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct to check availability of a dog friendly room. There is an additional charge of £5 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.

The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.

Reviews & Ratings

9.7
Superb
94 Total Reviews
  • Security
    8
  • Location
    10
  • Staff
    10
  • Atmosphere
    10
  • Cleanliness
    10
  • Value for Money
    10
  • Facilities
    10

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Latest Reviews

10
Superb
Sep 20, 2022
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the Gairloch Sands youth hostel. It was a beautiful area to explore. I had one day that I would have appreciated being allowed to access my room earlier than 5pm to shower and get ready for the evening. When I did enter at 5 pm after waiting outside for 30 minutes I found that several of the other guests were inside so I was slightly confused by that. Overall I had a lovely stay and am looking forward to future hostel experiences.
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Female, 41+
9.4
Superb
Sep 15, 2022
Loved the experience Ambience location and welcome from staff. Definitely be back next year.
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Male, 41+
8.9
Fabulous
Aug 18, 2022
I loved this hostel. The location is perfect, a very short walk away from the main Gairloch beach, with great views of the loch from the hostel. The staff member who checked me in was really helpful with tips, and I had everything I needed for my 1 night stay. There is a great view of the sunset if you walk to the beach, and I watched some kite surfers while the sun was setting. I would stay here again!
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Female, 41+

Facilities

  • Free

    • Linen Included
    • Free Parking
    • Free WiFi
  • General

    • Security Lockers
    • Common Room
    • Bicycle Parking
    • Cots Available
    • Self-Catering Facilities
    • Cooker
    • Utensils
    • Dryer
    • Parking
    • Microwave
    • Washing Machine
  • Services

    • Laundry Facilities
    • Towels for hire
    • Reception (limited hours)
  • Food & Drink

    • Meals Available
    • Tea & Coffee Making Facilities
  • Entertainment

    • Board Games
    • Wi-Fi