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$33Victoria Drive, Inverness, IV2 3QB, United Kingdom
2,720 reviews
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Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Picnic area
Garden
Welcome to the vibrant Inverness Youth Hostel, nestled conveniently just 0.5mi from the heart of Inverness! This quaint and cheerful hostel is the perfect base for travelers on a budget, starting at just $33 per night. With a backdrop of stunning Scottish scenery, you'll feel right at home while exploring everything this enchanting city has to offer.
Join the ranks of over 2720 happy travelers who've embraced the hospitality of this charming two-star accommodation. The hostel boasts a range of fantastic amenities including free Wi-Fi and private parking, ensuring your adventures are seamless. Feel like unwinding after a day of exploration? Take a leisurely stroll through the picturesque garden or enjoy a meal in the cozy picnic area. For those looking to foster connections, the meeting and banquet facilities are available for an extra charge.
Golf enthusiasts, rejoice! A golf course is conveniently located nearby for those who want to swing into action during their stay. And don't worry about the smoke, as Inverness Youth Hostel is committed to providing you with non-smoking rooms, allowing you to breathe easy while you relax. Whether you're traveling solo or with loved ones, your adventure begins at Inverness Youth Hostel—where fun and affordability meet!
At Inverness Youth Hostel, your accommodation options cater to every kind of adventurer. Whether your heart desires a cozy twin room for you and a friend or a fun family room with bunk beds that can comfortably sleep up to six, we’ve got you covered! Opt for our inviting "2 Person Private Double Room Ensuite" if you’re seeking a bit of privacy, or dive into the spirit of camaraderie in our colorful dormitory rooms that offer a single bed in both male and female quarters. With a variety that spans from private rooms to bustling dorms, it's all about what suits your journey best!
But wait—there's more to this hostel than just a comfy bed! You’ll find yourself surrounded by like-minded travelers and a quirky atmosphere that invites stories and friendships to blossom. Imagine wrapping up your adventures with cherished new friends in the hostel's cozy picnic area, sharing hearty laughs over a meal made from fresh local produce. And, if you’re up for it, head out to the nearby golf course where you can challenge each other and show off your swings amidst Scotland's stunning landscape. The only thing missing is you!
Accessibility won't be a hassle at the hostel, as we gladly accept a myriad of payment options—so feel free to bring your cash, Visa, Mastercard, or even a JCB card for a smooth check-out process. With all that this delightful hostel and the beautiful city of Inverness have to offer, you’ll leave with not just memories, but perhaps a heart full of wanderlust and newfound friends. So grab your suitcase and get ready for an unforgettable stay at Inverness Youth Hostel!
Closest airports
Inverness Dalcross Airport
7.4miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Picnic area
Garden
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Ensuite, Double
1 Double Bed
85 sqft
Private Bathroom
Shower
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Indulge in comfort and privacy in our 2 Person Private Double Room with Ensuite bathroom. Perfect for 2 adults, featuring a cozy double bed, in an 86 sqft space.
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Dormitory, Twin, Single Use, Male Only
1 Twin Bed
20 sqft
Shower
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Relax in a cozy single bed in a male dormitory room, perfect for solo travelers. With 22 sqft of space, unwind in comfort at our smoke-free accommodation.
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Quadruple Room
2 Bunk Beds
120 sqft
Shower
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Stay in our cozy Quadruple Room with a private bathroom, perfect for 4 adults. Nestled in a snug 118 sqft space with 4 bunk beds provided for a comfortable stay.
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Dormitory, Twin, Single Use, Female Only
1 Twin Bed
20 sqft
Shower
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Stay in a cozy female dormitory with a comfortable twin bed. Perfect for solo travelers looking for a peaceful retreat.
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Ensuite, 1 Twin Bed, Single Use
1 Twin Bed
65 sqft
Private Bathroom
Shower
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Cozy single room with a Twin bed, private ensuite bathroom, and no smoking allowed. Perfect for individuals seeking comfort and privacy.
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Room - 2 Twin
2 Twin Beds
85 sqft
Private Bathroom
Shower
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Relax in our cozy Twin Room with Private Bathroom, perfect for two adults. Enjoy the comfort of two twin beds in an 86 sqft space, ideal for a peaceful getaway.
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Family
6 Bunk Beds
120 sqft
Private Bathroom
Shower
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Unwind in our cozy Family Room, equipped with 6 bunk beds to accommodate 6 adults. A perfect choice for a group looking to have a great stay together!
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Triple Room, Private Bathroom
3 Twin Beds
85 sqft
Private Bathroom
Shower
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Unwind in our cozy Triple Room with 3 Twin beds and a private bathroom. Perfect for 3 adults seeking comfort and privacy.
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Ensuite, 1 Bed
85 sqft
Wheelchair accessible
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The double room offers a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.
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Triple Room
115 sqft
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The triple room features a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The triple room has a quiet street view. The unit has 2 beds.
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Ensuite, Single Use
65 sqft
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Standard single room with private bathroom.
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Dormitory, Single, Male Only
20 sqft
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A single bed in a shared same-sex dorm with shared bathroom facilities.
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Featured reviews:
Quarles
10
December 2024
The 6-bed room for females had more than ample space for 6, with lockers and in-room sink; baths-toilets out of room. Great lighting at beds, over sink and ceiling. Great forest view from an opening window for ventilation. Spotless cleaning and efficiency throughout. Team spirit, throughout - no one seemed to be relegated to a specific task - all customer oriented. Great experience! Highly recommend, will if, in area, return again. Great self=use kitchen and dining area, including close to super-market, and bus station for local buses and distant buses. Highly recommend - all types of solo/group travelers!
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Jan
9.1
September 2024
I booked with my partner the en-suit room so had plenty of space, good shower and toilet facilities. Liked the fact it had parking and someone in reception. We just finished the nc500, so a bed, shower, and warmth were well needed, and this place proivded all of that as well as a self serivce kitchen, which is nice. You can also book if you wish i saw a buffet style breakfast that they provided, which is reactively cheap, but i didn't go for this option, so I'm not sure about quality.
If anything just the fact it felt a little dated in the corridor going to our room, however not a deal breaker for the price and things you do get.
Doublesix
9.1
December 2024
Good value for money booking direct. Clean rooms, bathrooms & kitchen. Wooden beds don't squeak and mattresses are comfortable. Bedding clean. The décor is better than most hostels. Free WiFi with strong signal. Kitchen facilities very good. Smart reception area. Quiet at night because it's away from city centre. Laundry facilities. Tourist Information. Showers powerful & plenty of hot water. Plenty of plush communal seating and a good sized dining area.
Relatively minor issues that wouldn't deter me from returning but need mentioning: One double electric socket is insufficient in a dorm room with 6 beds and only 4 lockers so 2 people have to go without if full occupancy. Needs individual socket/USB per bunk in this day & age. Inadequate ventilation in shower rooms and not enough hooks/shelves to put clothes/toiletries. Toilets not very private: 3 narrow flimsy cubicles with a gap at bottom. No shop nearby; need to walk into city centre, 15 mins. Reception staff could be a little more friendly.
Robert
8.2
November 2024
An excellent place to stay for exploring Inverness and surrounding areas for a day or two, especially if, like me, you want a break that doesn't cost a fortune. The facilities are typical youth hostel - basic, functional but everything you need for a comfortable stay. The self-catering kitchen is large and well-equipped. I took an en-suite bedroom that was clean, light, quiet, warm and good value. The hostel would take large parties. I don't know what it would be like then but mid-week in November I only saw adults, with a wide range of ages. The atmosphere was quiet and calming.
The duvet on the single bed was a bit on the small size.
Eva
8.2
October 2024
Loved loved loved the night staff - they were extremely helpful and helped carry my very-heavy suitcases up 3 flights of stairs. I honestly don't know what I would have done without them. Hostel is great, looked fun, amazing kitchen, lots of people around so highly recommend for all young travellers.
We had requested a room on the ground floor, as I was travelling with my aged mom, but when I reached they said all rooms were booked. They "upgraded" me to a private room, however it was in a poor condition and not comfortable, with poor ventilation. However, it was their supposedly "backup" room, so not sure if all private rooms are bad.
Dominic
9.1
September 2024
I had a great private room, comfortable bed. When I booked I actually thought I was booking a shared room so definitely not a bad price. It seemed very clean and like there could be a good atmosphere as well, though I was only staying one night so didn't get a chance to meet anyone. Altogether I'd stay here again for sure.
I hate early check outs before 11am, 10am check out is a little early. My room was a bit noisy in the morning, could hear everything going on at 7am in all the rooms roundabout, doors closing, toilets flushing, people talking. it's also a bit far out of town.
Joan
8.2
July 2024
Liked being able to store luggage prior to check in. Liked the kitchen and eating facilities.
We walked way out of our way from the bus station trying to find the hostel and went to a home at 12 Victoria Road that was not the hostel and the owner kindly directed us around the corner. It was exhausting... The reading light in my lower bunk in rm 153 was broken and I didn't travel with a towel so couldn't have a shower or dry my hands in the female washroom as the drier was not working. My partner, also in a dorm room, 152, had a towel on his bunk and was able to have a shower. We were told at check out that that was an oversight on the part of staff. It should have been made clear on booking that one needed to bring a towel.
Trine
8.2
August 2024
I liked the location, it was not far to walk from the city centre, but it was far enough to not be disturbed by traffic noise, so it was a very calm and quiet place. The kitchen was really great, it was very spacious and well equipped. The common areas were cozy and we could watch the Olympics on huge screens.
It’s a very old hostel, which reflects the furnishing and standard of the rooms and bathroom in particular. The rooms and bathrooms were very small and tight, so it was a bit too intimate and no room for personal space, but I got used to it.
Inga
9.1
June 2024
The Youth Hostel is a hidden gem of UK travel. The staff are amazing and were so very helpful when our train was so delayed and gave me confidence that we'd still be able to access our accommodation despite the late hour of arrival. The site is very peaceful, and our private room (with room for 6!) was spacious with a large shower room and fluffy towels. The YH beds are always comfortable, which a very snuggly duvet and pillows. The curtains kept the room dark overnight. As ever, the YH was quiet overnight, and we all slept well. We had a "Wee Breakfast" which is enough to set yourself up for the day and had GF and DF options. There's also a well equipped kitchen if you have brought your own food. The public areas are maintained to a high standard and there's a storage area if you want to leave your luggage whilst you explore the area.
Ha! My only criticism was it wasn't available for our return stop-over night in Inverness at the end of our journey.
Luciana
8.2
May 2024
Scotland has some great hostels and this one is really fantastic, and actually quite large. The lobby is modern and welcoming. Although I did not use the kitchen or laundry facilities, it's nice to know they are there. The kitchen is huge and brightly colored. I was just there one night, but I would stay there again on a next trip to Inverness. I left early so did not get a chance to have their 'wee breakfast' but it sounds like it's a great option. It's about a 15-minute walk from the train station through a beautiful residential area. The reception staff were wonderful, very friendly. My room was en-suite and it was simply furnished with a twin bed, nightstand and dresser. The shower was quite large and had great water pressure and temperature. All I needed! Clean, simple, easy. My room had a nice view of the garden. Although it was in the same hallway as the male bathrooms and there was a lot of racket from the doors opening and closing, I travel with a small white noise sound machine so once that was on, it blocked out the noise.
The bathroom floor was a wee bit sticky - I think this is due to whatever cleaning solution is used.
Attractions
Inverness Castle
0.6miOld High Church (Old High St. Stephen’s)
0.6miRiver Ness (Abhainn Nis)
0.7miGreat Glen Way
1.6miCulloden Battlefield
4.2miClava Cairns
5.2miFort George
8.8miGlen Ord Distillery
10.2miCawdor Castle and Gardens
11miLoch Ness
13.6miUrquhart Castle (Caisteal na Sròine)
13.8miLoch Ness Centre and Exhibition
14miRogie Falls
16.4miFort Augustus
29.1miCaledonian Canal
29.1miAttractions
Inverness Castle
0.6miOld High Church (Old High St. Stephen’s)
0.6miRiver Ness (Abhainn Nis)
0.7miGreat Glen Way
1.6miCulloden Battlefield
4.2miClava Cairns
5.2miFort George
8.8miGlen Ord Distillery
10.2miCawdor Castle and Gardens
11miLoch Ness
13.6miUrquhart Castle (Caisteal na Sròine)
13.8miLoch Ness Centre and Exhibition
14miRogie Falls
16.4miFort Augustus
29.1miCaledonian Canal
29.1miAirports
Inverness Dalcross Airport
7.4miFree Private Parking
Free wifi
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Picnic area
Garden
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Golf course
Bathroom
Private Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Business Facilities
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Packed lunches
Snack bar
Special diet meals (on request)
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Invoice provided
Lockers
General
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Family rooms
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden
Picnic area
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No capacity for extra beds.
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