Braemar Youth Hostel

Property class: 3

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Braemar Youth Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is £70
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only

A room with bunk beds, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only

A bunk bed room with a window and curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A small, cozy room with two wooden beds, each with a blue and yellow patterned pillow. A small wooden nightstand with a lamp is between the beds.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a bedside lamp.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a bedside lamp.

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

A bunk bed with a blue mattress and patterned pillows.

Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A bunk bed with a blue mattress and patterned pillows.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed with a blue mattress and patterned pillows.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Ballater is home to Braemar Youth Hostel. Balmoral Castle and Braemar Highland Games Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Linn O' Dee. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Ballater travel guide
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21 Glenshee Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5YQ

What's nearby

  • A snowy mountain landscape with two skiers descending a slope.
    Cairngorms National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A large stone pyramid surrounded by a forest.
    Balmoral Castle
    17 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • A snow-covered ski lift with a chair in the foreground and a mountain in the background.
    Glenshee Ski Centre
    19 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Braemar Golf Club
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Braemar Highland Games Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)
    87 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Flying Stag
    5 min walk
  • Farquesons Bar
    4 min walk
  • The Invercauld Mews Bar
    4 min walk
  • The Bothy
    4 min walk
  • Bertie’s Bar
    5 min walk

About this property

Braemar Youth Hostel

  • Property highlights
  • Braemar Youth Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hostel include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and secured bike storage
    • Smoke-free property and an electric bike charging station
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Braemar Youth Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and toilet paper
    • Communal kitchens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open from Monday to Sunday (7:00 AM to 10:00 AM), Sunday to Thursday (5:00 PM to 9:30 PM) and Friday to Saturday (5:00 PM to 10:00 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 July and 31 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and from GBP 5.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Braemar Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Braemar Youth Hostel?

As of 11 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Braemar Youth Hostel on 27 Sept 2026 start from £70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Braemar Youth Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Braemar Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Braemar Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Braemar Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Ballater, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Braemar Golf Club and Braemar Highland Games Centre. Braemar Castle is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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