About this property
Essential Facilities: Acheninver Hostel in Achiltibuie offers a garden and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy sea and mountain views from the outdoor seating area and picnic spots. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features family rooms with private bathrooms, soundproofing, and parquet floors. Each room includes a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and oven. Outdoor Amenities: An outdoor fireplace and barbecue facilities provide relaxing spaces. Free parking is available, and the property is highly rated for its convenient location and scenic views. Activities and Nearby Attractions: Guests can engage in fishing, hiking, cycling, and snorkeling. Stornoway Airport is 82 mi away, and the surrounding area offers scenic landscapes and opportunities for nature trips.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Duane
United States
“Very remote location. Quite an adventure on very narrow one lane roads to get there, but that I what made it unique.” - Connor
United States
“Great location, facilities, staff, value for money. We got lucky with this great find. Bring midge spray for the walk from the car park to the hostel.” - Melissa
Canada
“Remote Great, quaint space Excellent cooking facilities” - Heather
United Kingdom
“Well off the beaten track, the pod at the Acheninver hostal was fantastic. The view spectacular and the pod was very clean and tastefully decorated. The surrounding area had lovely well cared for paths and beautiful nature. I would highly...” - Donzo
United States
“Great staff, warm, friendly environment, really beautiful!” - Elizabeth
United States
“A place we will never forget! It feels like arriving into a fairy tale location. You take a short walk down a path and over a babbling stream to the hostel, with magical views all around. The check-in process and instructions were the best we've...” - Kirsten
United States
“This was an absolutely amazing location. Ruth was a terrific host. The pod we stayed in was comfortable. The kitchen facilities were good. I would definitely stay again, it was just indescribable how beautiful it was. The area had numerous trails...” - Rosie
United Kingdom
“Beautifully clean and well equipped pods, beds super comfortable. Heating switched on when we arrived. Lovely views over coast. Perfect for exploring the area and getting cozy and dry after a long day.” - Joan
United States
“The guests and kitchen space was great to bring all guests together” - Warsha
United Kingdom
“Pod was clean and comfortable bedding near to beautiful scenery. Staff were corporative and taken care”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.





The fine print
All bedding, linen, towels, crockery and cutlery are provided with your booking. As well as a firepit with barbecue grill and outdoor seating. Logs and charcoal are available to buy onsite.
Acheninver Hostel is an iconic walk-in hostel overlooking the Summer Isles on the Ben Mor Coigach Wildlife Reserve.
You will leave your vehicle in a safe off road public car park and walk 5-10 mins down a mountain track to your pod, there is no vehicle access to the hostel.
There is a wheelbarrow at you pod if you need to do more than one trip for luggage and food.
This property is not wheelchair accessible.
You will have DIY check in info emailed to you before arrival, the warden will be available onsite in the private house if you need anything.
You can check in after 4pm on arrival day, check out is by 10am. Acheninver Hostel is 27miles from Ullapool and will take 1hour to drive.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.