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Aviemore Youth Hostel

4.0 star property

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Garden
Shared fridge, microwave
Living room
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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25 Grampian Road, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1PR
  • Place, Cairngorms National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Spey Valley Golf Course
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Strathspey Steam Railway
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Bed sheets, wheelchair access

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Room (6 Person)

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Aviemore

Strathspey Steam Railway is a short stroll from Aviemore Youth Hostel, and other popular attractions like Loch an Eilein are within a few miles (5 km). This 24-room, 4-star hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a terrace, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Spey Valley Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Craigellachie National Nature Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 7 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Glennmore Forest Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Aviemore Youth Hostel

Aviemore Youth Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 21 and March 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
Property Registration Number 92722761

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

SYHA Aviemore Hostel
SYHA Aviemore
Aviemore Youth
Aviemore Youth Hostel Scotland
Aviemore Youth Hostel Aviemore
Aviemore Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Aviemore Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Aviemore

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Aviemore Youth Hostel?

Aviemore Youth Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Aviemore Youth Hostel?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aviemore Youth Hostel on Jun 22, 2026 start from $107, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Aviemore Youth Hostel?

This hostel is located in Aviemore, a short 10-minute walk from Strathspey Steam Railway and also 19 minutes on foot from Rothiemurchus Estate Visitor Centre. You'll also find Spey Valley Golf Course and Craigellachie National Nature Reserve less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Aviemore Youth Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Aviemore Youth Hostel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Aviemore Youth Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Aviemore Youth Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Aviemore Youth Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Aviemore Youth Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Aviemore Youth Hostel offers self-serve breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Aviemore Youth Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Aviemore Youth Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Aviemore Youth Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to Aviemore Youth Hostel?

The closest major airport to Aviemore Youth Hostel is Inverness (INV), which is about 26.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Aviemore Youth Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Aviemore Youth Hostel.

Aviemore Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent youth hostel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with walking distance into town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Warm and dry get away.

Clean and well facilitated hostel. Great location and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location.

Its a great location. Very friendly staff. Large kitchen. Clean communal areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tien lam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hostel

Nice hostel for a short stay. Easy walk to the town centre, shops and the train station. Our car broke down on the night of check in and Lee was very helpful by waiting for my arrival. Kudos!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

CAROLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great yha to stay

It was great. So much better than expected. Beware only three people can cook at a time as there is only three cookers. That said the kitchen is a very good size and generally well equipped. Good sized dinning room. Overall the centre is well equipped, serviced and friendly helpfull staff. Add to boot about a ten minute walk to the town for supplies etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean, comfortable stay

Overall, the hostel was nice. The staff seemed to pay extra attention to cleanliness. We had a twin room which had a sink, a night table, and several hooks to hang items. There was no soap or toiletries. There was no other table to place things. Bags went on the floor. The space was small, but adequate for two of us. There were private and gang showers and toilets. We didn't use the kitchen space, but it looked clean and was adequately supplied. Get there early or there will be no place to park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Davidson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time using a SYHA, which I was looking forward to, since it’s a charity. However, it’s not for us. The room is basic, and the beds were comfortable for myself and my daughter, which is what we expected. But, we were cold & the central heating was off, along with me not realising that it was a shared toilet & shower. At this point, I wasn’t fully discouraged, but after a fire alarm had us in the car park at 0100Hrs, which had us back inside quickly, but there was no head count or procedures followed. Then there’s other people who don’t give a dam how much noise they make, resulting in 4-5 hours sleep. Having paid £7 more per night, than the ensuite hotel room we stayed in, in Inverness the following 2 nights (which included breakfast), this was not value for money, nor somewhere we will return to. Just some common respect & decency by others would make all the difference, but that’s the age we live in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eigenlijk vonden we dit een geweldige jeugdherberg. Alles wat je hier zag ws zo schoon en netjes opgeruimd. Heel bijzonder. Avimore is een heel leuke plaats, met veel eetgelegenheden. Achter de jeugdherberg vind je een mooi bergachtig gebied, Graigelachie.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Aviemore holiday resort

great location for Aviemore
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was very comfy and homely. It was a great way to spend a night in Aviemore.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No communication that facilities all shut!

No facilities on offer and nothing mentioned when booking! What is a youth hostel without any common area or cooking facilities! Port communication ruined our break.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a 3-person room that had an en-suite bathroom with shower. It was great to be able to make our own meals and have access to a washing machine. It's within a quick walk of the centre of Aviemore, and right next to a great place for walks, Craigellachie National Nature Reserve.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location only 10mins walk from the train station and town centre, great condition inside, fast easy check in, well equipped kitchen for making food, lovely big showers, nice comfortable beds, it's in the forest so nice and quiet,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Nice beds and wonderful showers. Nice big common rooms. I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr schöne Jugendherberge. Hier fühlt man sich wohl.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exploring the area

Very welcoming & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel was very clean (cleanest hostel I've stayed in).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gut eingerichtete Küche,schöner Essensraum&Lounge/TV-Zimmer,Zimmer sauber.Gut gelegen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel

This hostel is ideal for those looking to enjoy Aviemore on a budget. It is clean and well maintained, good facilities and perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Clean hostel with comfy beds
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super nice common area and kitchen had great faci

Loved our stay, was warm clean and staff were friendly. Would have happily stayed a week.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect as always

It's my 3rd stay here and excellent as usual. I went for a single room this time and it was just as expected. Facilities on site are excellent and very impressed with the kitchen. It's walking distance to pubs and supermarkets too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friday

Was great until residents ignored curfew times, woke everyone up at 0412 trying to get in. Someone let them in and no sleep afterwords as they ran around like children. Get a grip
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017