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Durness Youth Hostel

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Durness Youth Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen

Room options

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a chair, and a radiator.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (5 Person)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (5 Person)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Durness, Durness Youth Hostel is near the beach. Balnakiel Craft Village and Castle Varrich are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Smoo Cave and Durness Beach. John Lennon Memorial Garden and North Coast Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Durness travel guide
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Smoo, Lairg, Durness, Scotland, IV27 4QA

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy cliffs, and a clear blue sea.
    Durness Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Smoo Cave
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • John Lennon Memorial Garden
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Balnakiel Craft Village
    3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Oldshoremore Beach
    48 min drive - 27.7 miles

Restaurants

  • The Durness Food Spot
    4 min drive
  • choraidh Croft
    8 min drive
  • Cheese N Toasted
    14 min walk
  • Sango Sands Oasis
    15 min walk

About this property

Durness Youth Hostel

  • Hostel near the bay
  • Durness Youth Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), secured bike storage and smoke-free property
  • Other amenities include:
    • Showers and toilet paper
    • Communal kitchens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 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: 10 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 (5:00 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 21 July and 31 March.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 Durness Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, Durness Youth 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 is parking at Durness Youth Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Durness Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Durness Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Durness Youth Hostel located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Smoo Cave and Durness Beach. John Lennon Memorial Garden and Balnakiel Craft Village are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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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