Family friendly

Places to stay and things to do for all the family

If you think hostels are not for you and your family, think again! Hostelling really is an eye-opening, mind-expanding experience no matter your age. The atmosphere is a social one so families can meet others from all over the world with different languages, cultures and ideas to share. These are places where you bundle out of the door and straight into the great outdoors. Most of our hostels are in rural areas so you won’t be far from the hills, forest trails, lochs or the sea.

Self-catering

Kitchen facilities are great if you’re on a tight budget. They’re ideal for warming bottles, fussy toddlers and hungry teenagers. We love a good spaghetti bolognese, but you can also try out some amazing local produce – from berries and veg to salmon and haggis!

Saving cash by cooking up a storm in the kitchen means you can treat yourself to to a tasty lunch in a local café or an adventure experience for the whole family.

Mucky pups

No one in our hostels will raise an eyebrow when you return from your day’s adventure less than pristine. Dry out your boots and coats in our drying rooms, enjoy a hot shower and make yourself a hot chocolate – you’ll be as good as new.

Relaxed atmosphere

Most of our hostels have lounges to relax in, read a book, play a board game and get your WiFi fix.

 

Why our hostels are great for families

Our hostels are perfect for those looking for a budget break. We’ve got loads on offer to make your stay easy, most hostels offer:

  • family rooms with bunk beds for the kids
  • choice of en-suite or shared toilet/shower facilities
  • self-catering kitchens
  • laundry facilities
  • WiFi, games and books
  • relaxed atmosphere
  • great locations close to nature

And we can recommend loads of family friendly activities in the area.

Want to hear more? Read our blog and see list below of family friendly hostels.

Our family friendly hostels

Black Isle Hostel

Black Isle Hostel 47-49 Academy Street Inverness IV1 1LP

Based in the centre of Inverness, our hostel is conveniently located only minutes from both the train and bus stations. Bringing brewery life to th...

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Inveraray Hostel

Inveraray Hostel offers friendly self-catering accommodation in the historic loch-side town of Inveraray, Argyll. We provide simple, comfortable ro...
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Ballater Hostel

Ballater Hostel is a 29 bed (sleeps 32) five-star large self-catering hostel situated in the centre of Ballater, just east of Braemar, in North Eas...
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Argyll Backpackers

Conveniently located on the A83 between Mid-Argyll and Kintyre and just minutes from the NCR78, Argyll Backpackers is an amazing purpose-built 'gre...
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The Ardentinny Outdoor Centre

Fabulous group accommodation centre on the shores of Loch Long in the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. With beautiful beaches, hills, for...
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Heart of Glencoe Holidays

Heart of Glencoe Holidays, previously known as Glencoe Independent Hostel is owned and run by outdoor enthusiasts Cat and Phil and their young fami...
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Findhorn Village Centre

We are located in the coastal village of Findhorn, on the Moray Coast, in the Northeast of Scotland. This is an area of outstanding natural beauty!...
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Saddle Mountain Hostel

Welcome to Saddle Mountain Hostel. We're a small and friendly 5 star hostel, located in the village of Invergarry in Scotland's Great Glen. The 20...
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Morag's Lodge

Our cosy 4* Loch Ness hostel offers superb budget, dog-friendly accommodation in Fort Augustus on the Great Glen Way. Whether you arrive alone or w...
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Black Isle Hostel

Based in the centre of Inverness, our hostel is conveniently located only minutes from both the train and bus stations. Bringing brewery life to th...
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Hoy Centre

The Hoy Centre is situated in the north east of Hoy. The centre was refurbished in 2005 and now offers high quality four star accommodation. All ro...
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Skyewalker Hostel

A warm welcome and true Scottish hospitality awaits you at this family run, award-winning hostel. Skyewalker Hostel is always clean, comfortable a...
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Coll Bunkhouse

5* hostel accommodation in the Inner Hebrides. The beautiful Isle of Coll offers so much, whether you are into walking, stargazing, wildlife, divin...
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