Title: Black Isle Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) # Black Isle Hostel Hostel in Inverness, a short walk to Inverness Castle ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29850000/29840900/29840828/b1b75e69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29850000/29840900/29840828/aab40aec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29850000/29840900/29840828/4d397717.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29850000/29840900/29840828/52332f35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29850000/29840900/29840828/a2623cef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Black Isle Hostel sits in the heart of Inverness City Centre, creating a welcoming base for travelers. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FInverness-Hotels-Black-Isle-Hostel.h29840828.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FInverness-Hotels-Black-Isle-Hostel.h29840828.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%7C57.47978%2C-4.22638&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qloJBjYBwQJrw55EzWGmL90Kme8=) 47-49 Academy Street, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1LP #### What's nearby - Victorian Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Eastgate Shopping Centre - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Inverness Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Inverness Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Eden Court Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Inverness Station - 5 min walk - Inverness (INV) - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The King's Highway (Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk - ‪Black Isle Bar - ‬1 min walk - ‪Hootananny - ‬1 min walk - ‪Highlander - ‬2 min walk - ‪Cafe De Paulo - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Black Isle Hostel Hostel near Inverness Castle Black Isle Hostel provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Smoke-free property and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Black Isle Hostel include comforts such as free WiFi and safes. More amenities include: - Communal kitchens, heating and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Lockers - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staffed during limited hours If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: \[Black Isle Bar and Rooms\] ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### 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 - An in-room safe is available for an additional fee 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; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector 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 is also known as Black Isle Hostel Inverness Black Isle Inverness Black Isle Hostel Inverness Black Isle Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Black Isle Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Inverness ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Black Isle Hostel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Black Isle Hostel? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Black Isle Hostel? > Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Black Isle Hostel? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Black Isle Hostel located? > Located in Inverness City Centre, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Victorian Market and Inverness Castle. Eastgate Shopping Centre and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre are also within 5 minutes. Inverness Station is only a 5-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Black Isle Hostel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 8.6 Eco-friendliness ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 47 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I was very happy with my stay. The staff was very helpful! Great, convienent location! ##### Jamie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Muiz 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Brilliant all around ##### Muiz Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mauro S 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly staff, great location, very comfortable mattress. Lighting in the shower/ toilet needs to improve. ##### Mauro S Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Karen 1 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Easy check in via the bar. Good kitchen and lounge area. Bedrooms good for sleeping. Only slight negative was grubby kitchen, but as only there for one night not too much of an issue. ##### Karen Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Melonie 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Safe and location is perfect ##### Melonie Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sabah 25 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hostel is quite lovely. Good emplacement and the team is very cool. ##### Sabah Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DAVID 13 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A very comfortable stay and value for money. Staff always willing to help. ##### DAVID Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phill 5 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good spot to enjoy Inverness Great location & stress-free vibe. Some loo seats a bit loose but perfect clean. ##### Phill Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aurora 31 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hostel in Inverness This was a fantastic hostel for a quick trip to Inverness. It's right next to the train and bus station and a quick walk to any major things to do/see around the city. Staff are friendly, facilities are very clean and secure. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an affordable place to stay! ##### Aurora Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hanna 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good staying Excellent location in the centre of Inverness near the railway station. ##### Hanna Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Parth 28 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities First experience of hostel and really enjoyed ##### Parth Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Christine 25 Jun 2025 Liked: Amenities Disliked: Property conditions & facilities I am a female travelling solo and was in a room with 5 other make snoring men. They said they'd look after my bags but then got called away from the desk for 2 hours. I wasn't comfortable leaving my stuff unattended. Bathrooms and shower area was gender specific which was nice. My bed too and bottom was very creepy so everytime either myself or guy on the top bunk moved...it was very loud. There was no ventilation so we kept the window open which meant the screaming seagulls and alley arguments also woke me up. Staff were very friendly. I had been in another Hostel and had a much better experience on my stay. ##### Christine Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### UJJAWAL 28 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Old school property but good value for money, showers and bathrooms can be nicer with more lighting and soaps/ shampoo ##### UJJAWAL Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amélia 10 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved it, the personnel was so nice, the rooms were clean, matress could have been better but its a hostel so overall really happy about it and its well placed ##### Amélia Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandros 16 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The four people dorms are nice. The bathrooms are quite clean. The associated bar is also nice. ##### Alexandros Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Tommy 1 Jun 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 2nd time i stay and rhe same like first time, other guests who stayed are very noisy on the corridors, also when they come inside the room or leaving, all of them totally careless. In yhe kitchen even there are signs , they don't follow, left light on, dirty crockery, as well inside the living room and inside the bathrooms. The last time i came Saturda31/05/25, i called in advanced i will check-in 10 pm, nobody at the reception, so i need to call the emergency number to go out to collect my key fob from nearby pub ##### Tommy Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marco 29 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect. Everything perfect for hostel. ##### Marco Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Lara 17 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I really enjoyed it and was pretty clean, however the showers were dark and the toilets didn't flush properly. ##### Lara Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Joanna 6 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The shower can be improve, the toilets can be clear more regularly clogged toilet and sink is not good ##### Joanna Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xiaoyan 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities N/C ##### Xiaoyan Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kevin 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hostel was in a great location and the price was great, however it took me by surprise that the 6 bed rooms were coed with both sexes. I did not like that fact, nor all the stairs that had to be climbed. Not the best option for older travelers. ##### Kevin Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### David 13 Jul 2024 Liked: Room comfort Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Vomit on the hall carpet. Dirty bathroom. Destroyed toilet seat. Its filthy clients poor behaviour ##### David Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica 4 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service It was great although the toilets need some sort of fixing most of them were difficult to flush even with nothing in them. Just not enough preasure or something ##### Jessica Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Elsa 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities if you were in rooms under maybe 15 you got to be on the bar side which is cool and has a secret garden. I was not, so just on the regular side. the lounge was good and social, but the kitchen was small and had no oven, just a couple of hot plates. the bathrooms felt like you needed jandals to use the showers but otherwise all good. the number they put up to call if you needed to drop off luggage didn't work until. you tried without the area code which locals might know but tourists didn't, but figured it out ##### Elsa Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 8 Oct 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Fine for one night and only one night Didn’t expect much for the price beyond a place to sleep/eat/shower for a couple nights. The day I got there, 3 of the 4 toilets in the female restroom were clogged beyond use and the other had no toilet paper. This was early afternoon when staff were first alerted. The next day, all 4 toilets were completely clogged and could not be used at all. Staff were again informed of this. I had to leave early the next morning and they were still clogged. You literally could not use the toilets. The bed itself was fine, as well as the room. The common areas were not the cleanest, and the entire place could do with a good clean. Would not recommend for more than a single night. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Kingsmills Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Kingsmills-Hotel-Inverness.h536509.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Edinburgh.h15710648.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Edinburgh City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Edinburgh-City-Centre.h518686.Hotel-Information) > > [Ness Walk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Ness-Walk.h29344961.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h4270.Hotel-Information) > > [The Chieftain Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-The-Chieftain-Hotel.h7511816.Hotel-Information) > > [Aberfeldy Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Aberfeldy-Lodge.h2805513.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Hotel-Spa.h15554.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Edinburgh Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Novotel-Edinburgh-Park.h1781324.Hotel-Information) > > [Britannia Hotel Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Britannia-Hotel-Edinburgh.h4533.Hotel-Information) > > [Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Craigmonie-Hotel-Inverness-By-Compass-Hospitality.h1100691.Hotel-Information) > > [Lochardil House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Lochardil-House-Hotel.h7720156.Hotel-Information) > > [Glasgow Marriott Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Glasgow-Marriott-Hotel.h5853.Hotel-Information) > > [Fingal - A Luxury Floating Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Fingal.h38753319.Hotel-Information) > > [Leonardo Royal Hotel Glasgow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Leonardo-Royal-Hotel-Glasgow.h969759.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Glasgow Queen Street](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Travelodge-Glasgow-Queen-Street.h12270496.Hotel-Information) > > [Ballifeary Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Ballifeary-Guest-House.h4468662.Hotel-Information) > > [Aye Stay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Aye-Stay.h36969201.Hotel-Information) > > [Motel One Glasgow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Motel-One-Glasgow.h23371816.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Hotel Glasgow by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Hotel-Glasgow.h15900.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverness Apartments - Courtyard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Inverness-Apartments-Courtyard.h23227926.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Glasgow-Central.h2707.Hotel-Information) > > [YOTEL Glasgow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-YOTEL-Glasgow.h42434548.Hotel-Information) > > [Inverness Youth Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inverness-Hotels-Inverness-Youth-Hostel.h19112344.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberdeen-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-Aberdeen-Hotel-Spa.h28824407.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex Waterloo Place Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Apex-Waterloo-Place-Hotel.h2278092.Hotel-Information) > > [YOTEL Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-YOTEL-Edinburgh.h36667881.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Edinburgh by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Edinburgh.h3516.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Glasgow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Hilton-Glasgow.h6247.Hotel-Information)