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Set in Lerwick, 600 metres from Bain's Beach, Islesburgh House Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered. This hostel was excellent, great value for money, very clean, all required facilities. Above all the manager was so friendly and helpful - what a difference that makes to a stay. Would highly recommend to families looking for reasonably priced, spacious and clean accomodation in Lerwick. We have a three year old and she loved it, excellent park and swimming pool nearby.

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9.2
Superb
973 reviews
Price from
US$64
per night

The Dolphin Inn Hostel features free bikes, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Dunbar. The property is located 2.6 km from Belhaven Bay Beach, 31 km from Muirfield and 46 km from The Maltings Theatre & Cinema. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Everything about this place. It is comfy,, cosy, quirky, beautiful and the staff are incredible . I would stay here again and again. (It is the third time I have) It feels like more of a home than a hostel

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9.4
Superb
611 reviews
Price from
US$59
per night

Situated in Helmsdale and with Dunrobin Castle reachable within 26 km, Helmsdale Lodge Hostel - all rooms en-suite features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Irene the owner and Marie the manager were very friendly and welcoming. This hostel is one of the best hostels we have ever stayed at.

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9.5
Exceptional
155 reviews
Price from
US$82
per night

Located in Ballater and within 18 km of Balmoral Castle, Ballater Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 47 km from CairnGorm National Park, 19 km from Aboyne Golf Club and 25 km from Corgarff Castle. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

Each room is equipped with a private bathroom, a shower and a hairdryer, and certain rooms at the hostel have a safety deposit box. The property was very clean. Location excellent. The kitchen was well stocked with pans for cooking. Tea, coffee and hot chocolate were complimentary. Rooms comfortable and bathrooms clean. Dan, the owner, was interesting and enjoyable to talk with.

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9.3
Superb
275 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Situated in Achiltibuie, Acheninver Hostel has a garden, BBQ facilities and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy sea views.

All rooms in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Nice and cozy hostel, super clean, comfy beds in the dorm. Exceptional location :))

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9.1
Superb
604 reviews

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel is offering accommodation in Port Charlotte. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The hostel has family rooms.

A buffet breakfast is available at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel. Lorna was very friendly and helpful.location was beautiful

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9.3
Superb
255 reviews

Situated in Anstruther, a few steps from Billow Ness Beach, Murray Library Hostel features rooms with sea views and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 14 km from St Andrews Bay.

St Andrews University is 15 km from the hostel, while Discovery Point is 37 km from the property. Dundee Airport is 40 km away. You can't beat the location of this hostel in Anstruther. It's right at the bus stop and close to everything. Supermarket is a 5-10 minute walk away. The hostel is very well run and very clean. Bathrooms are great. Great showers! We never had to wait for a shower and there is a sink in the room as well. We usually stay in hotels, not hostels, but we had a private room and we were perfectly happy with Murray Library.

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9
Superb
688 reviews
Price from
US$51
per night

Ullapool Youth Hostel, located on Ullapool seafront, offers views over Loch Broom and the Beinn Dearg mountain range.

The youth hostel offers a range of facilities including a dining area with views over the harbour. Absolutely great location, near the pubs and ferry terminal. Simple, yet very clean facilities, and a fantasticly organisized self-catering kitchen (plenty drying towels and other supplies). Special shout-out to Fiona at the reception who enthusiastically consulted with with regards to live usic pubs and dining opportunities.

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9
Superb
740 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

New Town Hall Bunkhouse is offering accommodation in Whithorn. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

All guest rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. The location was amazing …so many walks to do in that area. I got a 7 day bus pass and would take the bus to a spot then walk back along some of the paths and walking ways. The kitchen is absolutely perfect with everything you could need. The hostel is only 3 months old and purpose built as a bunkhouse/hostel.

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9.4
Superb
51 reviews
Price from
US$74
per night

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Newcastleton Bunkhouse is set in Newcastleton, 39 km from Thirlwall Castle and 39 km from Cumbria County Council. Located around 39 km from Carlisle Castle, the hostel is also 39 km away from University of Cumbria. The property is non-smoking and is situated 39 km from Carlisle Railway Station. Amazing place to stay on our cycling trip. Great bike storage and immaculate room.

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9.4
Superb
56 reviews
Price from
US$154
per night

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