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Black Isle Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Inverness, a short walk to Inverness Castle

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Dining
Shower, towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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47-49 Academy Street, Inverness, Scotland, IV1 1LP
  • Inverness Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Inverness Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Eden Court Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Inverness (INV)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Inverness

Located in Inverness City Centre, Black Isle Hostel is adjacent to Victorian Market and within a 5-minute walk of Eastgate Shopping Centre. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Victorian Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Inverness Museum and Art Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Inverness Castle - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Inverness Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Eden Court Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 5 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scotch & Rye - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hootananny - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Isle Bar & Rooms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The King's Highway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe de Paulo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Black Isle Hostel

Hostel in Inverness, a short walk to Inverness Castle
At Black Isle Hostel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and access to locker space.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.

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

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Black Isle Bar and Rooms]

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • 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.

  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Black Isle Hostel Inverness
Black Isle Inverness
Black Isle Hostel Inverness
Black Isle Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Black Isle Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Inverness

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Black Isle Hostel?

Black Isle Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Black Isle Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Inverness City Centre, just steps from Victorian Market, and within a 10-minute walk of Inverness Castle and Eastgate Shopping Centre. You'll also find Inverness Museum and Art Gallery and Inverness Cathedral less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Black Isle Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Black Isle Hostel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Black Isle Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Black Isle Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Black Isle Hostel?

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

Does Black Isle Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Black Isle Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Black Isle Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Black Isle Hostel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Black Isle Hostel?

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

How close is the airport from Black Isle Hostel?

The closest major airport to Black Isle Hostel is Inverness (INV), which is 8.6 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Black Isle Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Black Isle Hostel.

Black Isle Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaditya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Fine for one night and only one night

Didn’t expect much for the price beyond a place to sleep/eat/shower for a couple nights. The day I got there, 3 of the 4 toilets in the female restroom were clogged beyond use and the other had no toilet paper. This was early afternoon when staff were first alerted. The next day, all 4 toilets were completely clogged and could not be used at all. Staff were again informed of this. I had to leave early the next morning and they were still clogged. You literally could not use the toilets. The bed itself was fine, as well as the room. The common areas were not the cleanest, and the entire place could do with a good clean. Would not recommend for more than a single night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

UJJAWAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old school property but good value for money, showers and bathrooms can be nicer with more lighting and soaps/ shampoo
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic hostel accommodation. Close location for buses and trains. Check in is simple as long as it’s during business hours.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Vomit on the hall carpet. Dirty bathroom. Destroyed toilet seat. Its filthy clients poor behaviour
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Melonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe and location is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phill

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

Good spot to enjoy Inverness

Great location & stress-free vibe. Some loo seats a bit loose but perfect clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable stay and value for money. Staff always willing to help.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower can be improve, the toilets can be clear more regularly clogged toilet and sink is not good
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Ant Inverness 24

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

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

Great hostel in Inverness

This was a fantastic hostel for a quick trip to Inverness. It's right next to the train and bus station and a quick walk to any major things to do/see around the city. Staff are friendly, facilities are very clean and secure. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an affordable place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First experience of hostel and really enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/C
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Cindy

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

I wouldn’t recommend staying here.

I’m not sure how this place ever got an 8/10! Only 1 of the 4 toilets in the women’s rest room worked and you had to flush it 3-4 times. At least 2 of the bathroom sinks clogged (slow drain). The showers had no where to put your items while showering, no seats or shelves in the bathroom. All of the doors in the entire place were super heavy and shut very fast, so you could hear doors slamming late at night. The bins under the bed only worked if no one was laying on the bottom bunk. You couldn’t pull out your bin. The mattresses were very hard and uncomfortable. I do not recommend this place until they make some upgrades. It was cheap, so you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was in a great location and the price was great, however it took me by surprise that the 6 bed rooms were coed with both sexes. I did not like that fact, nor all the stairs that had to be climbed. Not the best option for older travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Camila

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed it and was pretty clean, however the showers were dark and the toilets didn't flush properly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for the price, excellent location

Good for the price. Rooms were relatively clean and service was very friendly and helpful. Very basic amenities. Room was a little hot and stuffy. Showers were clean and hot, always appreciated. Fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Trying to get a 😴 sleep.

Having bunkbeds next to the door in the room is stupid. If you put rubber strips on the inside of doors then people wouldnt hear constant doors banging. Going into a busy bar disabled was intimadating for a non drinker to collect key card. Also after telling you i am disabled you still put me on the top bunk .I couldnt climb up the four steps to the bed. Thankfully a customer swapped beds with me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023