Title: Ratagan Youth 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) # Ratagan Youth Hostel Hostel in Kyle ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/2b7da84d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/4b2b8df7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/74e2045d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/778aaf52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/5b0db473.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Nestled by the lake, Ratagan Youth Hostel offers a serene retreat with in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Explore the garden or store your bike securely while enjoying a smoke-free environment. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Laundry - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 16 - Oct 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 17 - Oct 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=19364585&PinnedHotelID=19364585&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/92759a24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Fridge Microwave Freezer Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/8ef9f632.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Fridge Microwave Freezer Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/b88358af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Fridge Microwave Freezer Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/1ebcace2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Fridge Microwave Freezer Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven - Sleeps 4 - 2 Single Bunk Beds ![Standard Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19370000/19364600/19364585/be7bbc2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Non Smoking 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Fridge Microwave Freezer Shared/communal kitchen Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Oven - Sleeps 8 - 4 Single Bunk Beds ![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%2FKyle-Hotels-Ratagan-Youth-Hostel.h19364585.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKyle-Hotels-Ratagan-Youth-Hostel.h19364585.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%7C57.22221%2C-5.44736&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LrGgQ9KmZH8IDVKqnoQHGw3_Hiw=) Glenshiel, Ratagan, Kintail, Kyle, Scotland, IV40 8HP #### What's nearby - Eilean Donan Castle - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles - Loch Carron - 25 min drive - 20.9 miles - Brochs at Glenelg - Dun Telve & Dun Troddan - 27 min drive - 15.0 miles - Skye Bridge - 28 min drive - 22.5 miles - Plockton Harbour - 30 min drive - 23.7 miles #### Getting around - Stromeferry Station - 22 min drive - Inverness (INV) - 109 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chocolates Of Glenshiel - ‬3 min drive - ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Clachan - ‬11 min drive - ‪Dornie Hotel - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Pitstop At Kintail - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Ratagan Youth Hostel Upscale hostel by the lake Ratagan Youth Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Self-service breakfast (surcharge), bike parking and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Ratagan Youth Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and from GBP 5.95 for children - Pet fee: GBP 7.5 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking 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 Ratagan Youth Hostel Kyle Ratagan Youth Kyle Ratagan Youth Hostel Kyle Ratagan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ratagan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyle ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ratagan Youth Hostel pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### What time is check-in at Ratagan Youth Hostel? > Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Ratagan Youth Hostel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ratagan Youth Hostel located? > Situated on the waterfront, this hostel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Glen Shiel and within 9 miles (15 km) of Five Sisters of Kintail and Eilean Donan Castle. Loch Carron and Bright Water Visitor Centre are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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