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Ratagan Youth Hostel

4.0 star property
Hostel in Kyle

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Front of property
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Boating

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Glenshiel, Ratagan, Kintail, Kyle, Scotland, IV40 8HP
  • Five Sisters of Kintail
  • Eilean Donan Castle
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Glenelg Brochs
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Kyle

Located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Glen Shiel, Ratagan Youth Hostel is within a 15-minute drive of Eilean Donan Castle. The 14 rooms at this 4-star hostel include refrigerators and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Eilean Donan Castle - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Glenelg Brochs - 21 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Loch Carron - 25 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Brochs at Glenelg - Dun Telve & Dun Troddan - 26 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Skye Bridge - 28 min drive - 22.5 miles

Getting around

  • Stromeferry Station - 22 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clachan Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shielshop & FiveSisters Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Manuela's Wee Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chocolates of Glenshiel - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ratagan Youth Hostel

Hostel in Kyle
Guests staying at Ratagan Youth Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 22 and March 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 7.5 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.5 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 5 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16

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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ratagan Youth Hostel Kyle
Ratagan Youth Kyle
Ratagan Youth Hostel Kyle
Ratagan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ratagan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyle

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Ratagan Youth Hostel?

Ratagan Youth Hostel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Ratagan Youth Hostel?

This hostel is located in Kyle within a short 17-minute walk of Glen Shiel. You'll also find Eilean Donan Castle and Five Sisters of Kintail nearby.

Is there parking available at Ratagan Youth Hostel?

Yes, though parking is available on request. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Ratagan Youth Hostel include a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Ratagan Youth Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Ratagan Youth Hostel?

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

Does Ratagan Youth Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Does Ratagan Youth Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Ratagan Youth Hostel for a fee of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Ratagan Youth Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ratagan Youth Hostel?

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

Ratagan Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Average
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed

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

Amazing setting and cozy rooms.

Excellent value. Staff very helpful. All things work. Liked the nightlight configuration with plugs and light. Over all great experience. Good water pressure and good hot water.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sougata

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had visited with family and friends aged 13 to 65. The overall experience was great. The common facilities were clean and well maintained. The most fascinating part was the scenic beauty around the hostel. Enjoyed the sunrise over the lake with a cup of tea in front of the hostel. The location is also very convenient for visiting the Highlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raffaella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caleb

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will never forget this place! The most incredible views of the loch and the staff (Suzanne) was very helpful and friendly! We want to live here now!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was clean and easy to get to, with plenty of parking. Suzanne at the front desk was great. Kitchen was clean and fully stocked. Beds and duvets very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a hostel this was a pleasant experience. Quiet, not much traffic (I may have lucked out only having one roommate). Bedding was actually warm enough and towels were available on request. The ladies bathroom was clean (there was only one toilet and shower that I saw (unless I missed more), so you may need to share and wait to use. Ratagan is fairly simple so there isn't much choice for food, best to bring snacks or prepare to purchase whatever misc snacks the hostel offers. Wifi is only available in the main area, NOT the rooms or the dining area. A basic breakfast was available with a charge (toast, yogurt, cereal, coffee, tea, milk, orange juice).
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect location next to lock

Perfect location next to lock but out of the way for shops and pubs, but thats what this place is about. very friendly staff and great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Super clean

Spotlessly clean, nice and quiet. Exactly what I was looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Nelson, Victoria, BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice clean place! Quiet and beautiful spot in the water! Our room was great! 2 bunk-beds and a desk. Power and wifi. The guy at the front desk was friendly and very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

3 night stopover

Great base for the Kintail area. For a hostel it is well equipped for £20 per night. Bring enough food at least for breakfast and lunches, good kitchen but can get busy. Kintail Lodge about 2 miles away provides a bolt hole for an evening meal if you wish. Drying room and showers. It is a hostel so you are sharing with 6-8 others
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cyril

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

Auberge de jeunesse Ratagan

Nous avons eu une chambre pour 4 pour notre famille. 4 lits simples . Le toilette et lavabo était sur notre palier, la douche un étage au-dessous; nous n’avons jamais eu à attendre pour les utiliser. Literie confortable, prises usb. Accès internet dans le salon et les pièces au-dessus (c’était notre cas). Accès à la cuisine, très bien équipée, ce qui permet de se faire un repas chaud tranquillement. Présence d’une laverie et salle de séchage, non utilisés. Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Suzanne qui s’est intéressée à notre voyage et nous a fourni un plan pour notre journée du lendemain.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayte

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

2/10 Terrible

Gabriel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hubo un error en la reserva (se hizo para un día antes de lo que llegaríamos) y toda la preocupación del propietario era asegurarse que cobraría. Ante nuestra petición de que lo que nos preocupaba era que al día siguiente no teníamos alojamiento (viajamos con un niño) quedó en buscar alguna alternativa y que nos llamaría.... seguimos esperando su llamada.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Douche et wc partagés, literie vétuste, cet établissement super bien placé mériterait un petit rafraîchissement État d’esprit très agréable comme on en attend d’une auberge de jeunesse, très friendly Petit déjeuner à 5,95£ un peu chiche... mais le café est bon L’environnement est tout simplement superbe, surtout avec la lumière du matin Les gens très sympa et agréable prêt à vous rendre service Parking facile Wifi indisponible dans les chambres
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

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

Elgio

Foi a primeira vez que me hospedei num hostel e me surpreendi. Gostei da limpeza da cozinha e tinham muitos equipamentos (TD pra vc se sentir em casa). Limpeza dos banheiros e áreas comuns muito boa. Silencioso. Lugar lindo e aconchegante. Funcionário educado e atencioso. Ótima experiência nesse lugar!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
늦게 도착했는데 기다려주신 직원분이 넘 고마웠습니다. 전망도 좋구 다 좋은데 가성비가 좀 그렇네요. 조금만 저렴하면 더 좋았을텐데, 낡은 시설에 넘 비싼 가격이었습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L'accueil chaleureux et disponible, l'accès à la cuisine, chambre propre et confortable, douches et sanitaires propres
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Damien, Perpignan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nous avons passés une nuit avec ma femme et mon fils de 5ans. L'hotel ne paye pas de mine mais il ne faut pas se fier aux apparences, c'est chaleureux, l'endroit est juste magique, une vue magnifique.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

myr, france

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

Nice hotel

Magnifique vue sur le loch, chambre privé pour trois avec douche et toilettes à côté de la chambre.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Valerie , france

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

Go your way

A very spartan night in this hostel. As expensive (70£ + breakfast 10 £) than a guest house and much less. Really overpriced for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017