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Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel in Gairloch

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Nestled near the bay, Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel offers a cozy retreat with free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Guests appreciate the garden, snack bar/deli, and self-serve breakfast options. The staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Locker space

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self-parking
  • Snack bar/deli

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Map
Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Scotland, IV21 2DJ

What's nearby

  • Big Sand Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gairloch Beach - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Rua Reidh Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Loch Maree - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Redpoint Beach - 32 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bridge Cottage Art Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coast Coffee Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Melvaig Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hai Yang - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

Enjoy your visit to Gairloch with a stay at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. A snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 16
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Self-service breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Gairloch
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing, hiking and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel like?

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel is located a short 16-minute walk from Big Sand Beach.

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