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

Loch Ness Backpackers Lodge

Loch Ness Backpackers Lodge Coiltie Farmhouse East Lewiston Drumnadrochit IV63 6UJ

Sitting next to the Great Glen Way, our customers know us for our warm, friendly welcome, comfortable rooms, great bar with massive range of Scotti...

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Loch Ness Backpackers Lodge

Sitting next to the Great Glen Way, our customers know us for our warm, friendly welcome, comfortable rooms, great bar with massive range of Scotti...
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Colonsay Backpackers Lodge

Backpackers hostel accommodtion in a refurbished former gamekeeper’s house and bothies on the Isle of Colonsay, an idyllic Inner Hebridean island s...
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Mallaig Backpackers Lodge

Mallaig Backpackers Lodge is a comfortable friendly hostel situated in the centre of the village. The hostel has two 6 bed dorms. There is a separa...
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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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Helmsdale Lodge & Hostel

Located on the main NC500 and Land's End to John o' Groats routes. All rooms en-suite. Helmsdale Lodge and Hostel is located in the scenic coastal...
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Ayres Rock Hostel

Ayres Rock Hostel is set on the beach on the island of Sanday. After a day exploring sit in the hostel conservatory the 7 bed hostel which is accre...
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John's Bunkhouse

Opened in 2018, John's Bunkhouse is a stylish, purpose-built hostel. Built on the footprint of a local 'blackhouse', it combines the charm of a tra...
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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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Corran Guest House & Hostel

Corran House provides premier guesthouse accommodation and outstanding hostel facilities. We can offer anything from en suite guest rooms with stun...
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Otter Bunkhouse and Bothy

Otter Bunkhouse offers a cosy hideaway with modern facilities. There is one bedroom with 8 beds, a shower room with toilet, as well as a separate t...
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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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Highlander Bunkhouse

Set in the heart of North East Scotland ideal for touring and walking, visiting castles or distilleries, checking out the heritage of the area incl...
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