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The Sail Loft - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Garden
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living room
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Back Green, Banff, Scotland, AB45 2AF
  • Place, Portsoy Ice Cream
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Portsoy Pottery
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Banff Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Sea View | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Accessible, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Banff

The Sail Loft - Hostel places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Portsoy Ice Cream and Portsoy Pottery. The 25 rooms at this hostel include refrigerators, microwaves, and premium bedding.
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What's nearby

  • Portsoy Ice Cream - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portsoy Pottery - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Duff House - 13 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Banff Museum - 18 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Macallan Distillery - 58 min drive - 38.0 miles

Getting around

  • Keith Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rockpool Cafe and Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Linda's Fish & Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪SEAFIELD ARMS - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lily's Kitchen Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Sail Loft - Hostel

The Sail Loft - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and microwave in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are also available. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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The Sail Loft - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Sail Loft - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Banff

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Sail Loft - Hostel?

The Sail Loft - Hostel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around The Sail Loft - Hostel?

This hostel in Banff is within a 10-minute walk of Portsoy Ice Cream and Portsoy Pottery. You'll also find Fordyce Joiners Workshop and Visitor Centre and Sanine Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Sail Loft - Hostel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Sail Loft - Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, The Sail Loft - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Sail Loft - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is The Sail Loft - Hostel good for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include premium bedding and a garden.

Does The Sail Loft - Hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Sail Loft - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Sail Loft - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Sail Loft - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at The Sail Loft - Hostel and the property also provides food and water bowls for pets.

Does The Sail Loft - Hostel have connecting rooms available?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Sail Loft - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at The Sail Loft - Hostel.

The Sail Loft - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb hostel in a superb location. Has to be one of the (or the?) best bunkhouse in the UK! Staff couldn't have been more helpful. Modern, with all facilities and beautifully warm in January. you HAVE to visit this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Portsoy, The Sail Loft

Set on the coast near a small bay, with own parking area. Large modern communal kitchen and dining area, well equipped for self catering , clean and smart facility with separate sitting room. Ideal for singles or families as a base for a restful break. Disabled shower requires hooks to hang towel and clothes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

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

Sail Loft

So clean. So beautiful. Looks like it's literally just opened ...utterly spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019