Whether you want to bunk down in a remote, rural hostel, or be in town next to facilities, the Cairngorms caters for all, offering great value for money, a friendly highland welcome and stunning locations…
The are a variety of hostels in the National Park, many of which are centrally located in a village and others which are off the beaten track. There are also hostels right next to outdoor centres, too. Many Hostels are available for private and exclusive use. Hostel owners work together so may be able to help you plan your perfect trip through the Park.
Ballater
Ballater Hostel
Ballater Hostel is a 29 bed (sleeps 32) five-star large self-catering hostel situated in the centre of Ballater, just east
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Boat of Garten
Fraoch Lodge
Your hosts at Fraoch Lodge are Andy & Rebecca. The house is of a traditional Edwardian design, made of granite.
Tomintoul
The Smugglers Hostel
Hostel Accommodation in Tomintoul, Scotland The Smugglers is the highest hostel in the Scottish Highlands, located in the picturesque
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The Railway Rooms
Original newly renovated exclusive-use Victorian railway cottage that is easy to get to, comfortable, spacious, and unique. Just perfect
Braemar
Mar Lodge Bunkhouse
The Base Camp at Mar Lodge Estate is ideal for visitors wishing to explore this magnificent area all year round.
Ballater
Wild Stargazing @ Howe of Torbeg
Enjoy a night under the stars in the Cairngorms National Park, with a unique Wild Stargazing experience at Howe of
Aviemore
Aviemore Youth Hostel
Very popular with outdoor enthusiasts, four star VisitScotland accredited Aviemore Youth Hostel is the perfect base for activity groups, families
Nethy Bridge
The Lazy Duck Lookout Bunkhouse
Right at the heart of the action, an exquisite eco bunkhouse for family or friends in the Cairngorms National Park. “We
Glenfeshie, Kincraig
Glen Feshie Hostel
A 16 bed fully furnished hostel situated in Glen Feshie in the Cairngorm National Park. Centrally heated by Biomass boiler
Newtonmore
Cairngorms Adventure Centre
Craigower Lodge provides comfortable hostel style accommodation with private rooms. We have 68 beds and we welcome individuals, families and
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Glenshee
Gulabin Lodge – Great North Lodges
Gulabin Lodge offers self-catering accommodation for up to 35 people and is ideal for larger gatherings of family and friends.
Braemar
Braemar Youth Hostel
An impressive former shooting lodge, Braemar Youth Hostel sits in extensive grounds in the heart of Cairngorms National Park and
Aviemore
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel is a former shooting lodge in the heart of Cairngorms National Park, seven miles from Aviemore
Aviemore
Aviemore Bunkhouse
High quality family, outdoor enthusiasts and back-packers accommodation. Five minutes from Aviemore Railway Station. Downstairs drying room, with
If your idea of a hostel is a cold, dark room full of tiny bunkbeds, then your image is very out of date!
Modern hostels are slick, expertly run operations and Cairngorms hostels, in particular, pride themselves on excellent customer experience, in-depth staff knowledge and a warm welcome.
Why not come and see for yourself?
Scroll down for full listings of local operators.
FAQs
- Why stay in a hostel or bunkhouse?
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One of the main reasons people stay in hostels or bunkhouses is because they offer such excellent value for money. As well as this, they also often offer a great way to meet like minds while you’re travelling and find out about the local area and they are often located in stunning locations.
- Are there any accreditation schemes that can help me compare accommodation?
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Yes. Accredited businesses will have VisitScotland, AA and other industry award logos appear alongside their listing.
- Are hostels and bunkhouses dog friendly?
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Some are, some aren’t. Check with the accommodation before you pack your pooch!
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