1 Loch Ness Hostel

1.0 star property

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Main Street, Drumnadrochit, Inverness, Scotland, IV63 6TX
  • Place, Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Loch Ness
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, Ensuite (2 Adults + 2 Children)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (2 Adults + 3 Children)

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Own Entrance)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room (Own Entrance)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room, Garden View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Inverness

1 Loch Ness Hostel places you next to Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop and within a 5-minute walk of Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition. This 6-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nessieland Castle Monster Centre - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Loch Ness - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 20 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fiddlers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ness Deli and Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 82 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cobbs Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shacks Fish Chips - ‬12 min walk

About this property

1 Loch Ness Hostel

1 Loch Ness Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 17-inch LCD TVs with digital channels and pay movies. Relax with a rainfall shower. Phones 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

  • No onsite parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 17-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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 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.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • No alcohol is served at 1 Loch Ness Hostel.
  • 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

1 Loch Ness Hostel
1 Loch Ness Hostel Inverness
1 Loch Ness Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
1 Loch Ness Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Inverness

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

This hostel is located in Inverness, just steps from Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition and Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre, and within a short walk of Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop. You'll also find Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 Loch Ness Hostel on Jun 29, 2026 start from $86, 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.

Is parking available on site at 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Does 1 Loch Ness Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, 1 Loch Ness Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, a hill view in some rooms, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

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

Does 1 Loch Ness Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, 1 Loch Ness Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will 1 Loch Ness Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at 1 Loch Ness Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

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

How far is the airport from 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

The closest major airport to 1 Loch Ness Hostel is Inverness (INV), which is 24.5 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at 1 Loch Ness Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at 1 Loch Ness Hostel.

1 Loch Ness Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 213 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the hostel was in a great location! We accidentally set off the fire alarm from the steam in our shower, but overall, 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth Oconnell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
have stayed twice - one time in the back some in the tiny homes and with my group in winter in the hostel in a private room with bunk beds. the gentleman that let us in was super friendly . A+
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property i booked feel like home and very good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol

This was a great location for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly convenient if you're traveling local buses. Many beautiful local walks are nearby, and everyone I asked was happy to give advice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Great little place to stay for the Loch

Great little place to stay. The room was clean and the ensuite bathroom was great - the shower is fantastic! It's in a good location with beautiful views and good places to eat nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Braw wee place for an overnight stay

Lovely wee place to stay for a night. Great location for visiting Glen Affric. All amenities available. Clean and cute.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

1st time in a hostel

Ist time in a hostel and was very impressed with the accommodation and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christine

Acceptable basic accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a little noisy at night with the bars that were near. It was clean and a few steps off the royal mile shopping Street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private rooms were cozy and clean, very lovely accommodation! In a cute but very very very tiny town on lochness. highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot shower felt like a massage. It was the best part of the stay. The ease of the key/check-in and -out was also very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I had a ensuite room, was nice and quiet and nice touch to have outside seating, staff super friendly, rooms could do with some updating but it is a hostel. Bed was comfortable, a nice to have would be instructions on how to use the heater as it did get a little chilly at night. Overall a good stay. Nothing to do with the hostel, but can be tricky to find places to eat on a Monday night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a quaint place to stay that was within walking distance of a cute cafe and shops. The wifi wasn’t very reliable unless you were near the closest outside wall, but worked well there. Overall, it was clean enough, the TV had cable, and the beds weren’t too uncomfortable. I would recommend staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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

Great especially for the price.

Perfect location. I’m traveling with my 5&3 year old and the bunk bed was perfect. Quiet and the person running it let me do laundry past closing (it’s outside so the sound didn’t bother anyone).
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property had the basics for a comfortable stay, however, it could have been a little bit cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was just what we neede
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable cabin .....good shower; bit creaky wooden bed Some hooks would be an improvement
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Javier

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

Private room/bathroom option

Tight parking spots in the property. They could add more warmth in the common areas. Great hostel overall and a great option for visiting the Loch Ness area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

2/10 Terrible

William

Nothing more than a garden shed. Beds uncomfortable. Sink leaked. Bathroom had signs of mould. Wouldn’t recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Igor

Disliked: Room comfort
The room was smelly and had no aeration. A bit more dtergent and fabric softer wouldn't be bad, giving guests a fan would be nice too
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and spacious ensuite room. Easy check in and ample parking at back. The bed was hard and lacking comfort. Shower and washroom were clean. I would have liked a hot water tap in the bathroom sink. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There are clear instructions provided by the staff for finding the hostel and entering the room. The staff is friendly as well. Flexible check-in. Can park car at the rear of the hostel. The room is clean and en-suite which is very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023