Title: Rowardennan Youth Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Rowardennan Youth Hostel Beach hostel in Balmaha with free parking ## Photo gallery for Rowardennan Youth Hostel ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/b5261d41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/9ea7c748.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/d29094e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/0f045b02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/5ebed919.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located directly on the lakeshore, Rowardennan Youth Hostel provides a tranquil getaway spot. Guests can relax in the garden, grab meals at the on-site restaurant, and stay connected with in-room WiFi while practical laundry facilities handle travel essentials. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Breakfast available - Laundry - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 3 - Dec 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 4 - Dec 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=1072845&PinnedHotelID=1072845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/dd77fe90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/dd77fe90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/cc04f3f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Shared/communal kitchen Pet friendly - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/072cd99d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Triple Room, Ensuite ![Triple Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/876226c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Ensuite ### Highlights Heating Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/f499a7f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person) ![Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/97b9d725.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 6 - 6 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Triple Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1080000/1072900/1072845/e18fd4dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Triple Room ### Highlights Heating Shared/communal kitchen - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGlasgow-Hotels-Rowardennan-Youth-Hostel.h1072845.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGlasgow-Hotels-Rowardennan-Youth-Hostel.h1072845.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C56.15787%2C-4.64335&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=H5r-XCekooQ8IL1X3l39jrNbX04=) Rowardennan, Balmaha, Scotland, G63 0AR #### What's nearby - Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Loch Lomond \- 40 min drive \- 24.5 miles - Buchanan Street \- 56 min drive \- 34.1 miles - Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre \- 57 min drive \- 32.5 miles - OVO Hydro \- 57 min drive \- 32.7 miles #### Getting around - Alexandria Station - 34 min drive - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bonnie & Ben Café - ‬51 min drive - ‪The Village Rest - ‬37 min drive - ‪Luss Seafood Bar - ‬42 min drive - ‪Coach House Coffee Shop - ‬42 min drive - ‪The Village Inn - ‬50 min drive ## About this property ### Rowardennan Youth Hostel Hostel by the lake Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Rowardennan Youth Hostel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - Self-service breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and luggage storage - Coffee/tea in reception Room features All guest rooms at Rowardennan Youth Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi. 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15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=33716771&PinnedHotelID=33716771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Outdoors - Direct access to the beach - Garden - On a lake - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Grab bar near toilet - No lift - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible registration desk - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 2 floors - Communal living room - Smoke-free property - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private or shared bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (4:00 PM - 10:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between 4 March and 28 May. ### 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 self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 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 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 ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Hotel Rowardennan Rowardennan Rowardennan Glasgow SYHA Rowardennan Glasgow Rowardennan Hotel Glasgow Rowardennan Youth Hostel Glasgow Rowardennan Youth Glasgow SYHA Rowardennan Hostel SYHA Rowardennan Rowardennan Youth Hostel Balmaha Rowardennan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rowardennan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Balmaha ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rowardennan Youth Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Rowardennan Youth Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Rowardennan Youth Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Rowardennan Youth Hostel? ### Where is Rowardennan Youth Hostel located? ## Have a question? 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