Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel
3.0 star property

Comfortable hostel in Gairloch with free parking

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Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

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Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Shower, towels

Overview of Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

7.6

Good

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Gairloch by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Gairloch by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The price is £84
Price available on 4/4/2024

Check out the area

Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Scotland, IV21 2DJ
  • Popular LocationThe Barn Cafe14 min walk
  • Popular LocationBig Sand Beach16 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Mountain Coffee Co3 min drive
  • AirportInverness (INV)116 min drive
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

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Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 115 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Triple Room

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Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

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Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 115 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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Highlights

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

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 115 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

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Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 115 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

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About the area

Gairloch

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel is located in Gairloch. Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve and Big Sand Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Perfume Studio and The Brother's Point. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.

What's nearby

  • Big Sand Beach - 16 min walk
  • Gairloch Heritage Museum - 4 min drive
  • Inverewe Gardens - 13 min drive
  • Gairloch Beach - 15 min drive
  • Redpoint Beach - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Barn Cafe - 14 min walk
  • Am Bard Cafe - 5 min drive
  • Badachro Inn - 13 min drive
  • Coast Coffee Company - 7 min drive
  • The Mountain Coffee Co - 3 min drive

About this property

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

Hostel near the bay
A garden, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM–9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 5.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
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 self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 5.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 5.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

As of 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel on 4 Apr 2024 start from £83.50, 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 Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Gairloch, this beach hostel is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Big Sand Beach and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Gairloch Heritage Museum. Gairloch Beach and Loch Maree are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

ZVI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When we order a private room, we expect a toilet and bath to be private as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in a stunning location, it was the perfect stay on our NC 500 cycle tour. The hostel warden was extremely helpful and welcoming. Top place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gairloch Beach Hostel
Very helpful staff. Couldn't do enough for me. Great room, although up 2 flights if old stairs. Lovely aspect & views. Remote - that's why I chose it anyway Nice evening meal. Good choices for breakfast, despite no use of self catering kitchen due to COVID restrictions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible location, lovely room and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not stay there. After making reservations I received an email from the location that they were unable to process payment on my cc. I then phoned the location and after numerous attempts they were still unable to process the payment so I was told by their staff that she would have to cancel my reservation because of this issue. I made reservations elsewhere however this location ended charging my card as a no show.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel in beautiful place. About 5 mins drive to town/ restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

herve

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms
Check-In Time
5:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Address
Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Scotland