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Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

Property class: 3

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A wooden-framed window with a view of a body of water and a small potted plant on the windowsill.
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Scotland, IV21 2DJ
  • Place, Big Sand Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gairloch Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Loch Maree
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

A cabin with bunk beds, wooden walls, and a window with a view.

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

A cabin with bunk beds, wooden walls, and a window with a view.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A wooden cabin bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A room with three bunk beds, wooden walls, a window, and a single hanging light fixture.

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a wooden ceiling.

Standard Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Gairloch

At Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Big Sand Beach and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Gairloch Heritage Museum. Highlights at this beach hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Self-service breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Gairloch hostel include Gairloch Golf Club and Gairloch Sitooterie.
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What's nearby

  • Big Sand Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gairloch Beach - 12 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Loch Maree - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Rua Reidh Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Gruinard Bay Beach - 34 min drive - 35.7 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mountain Coffee Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Barn Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Melvaig Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Old Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hai Yang - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in common area. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Gairloch hostel is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Locker space
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel offers 6 accommodations. This Gairloch hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Sands Youth Hostel
Gairloch Sands Youth
Sands Youth
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Scotland
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Gairloch
Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

As of 6 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel on 21 Sept 2026 start from AU$166, 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 at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Yep, Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Yep, Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel is a short 16-minute walk from Big Sand Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking, fishing and swimming. You can also find boat tours.

Does Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel serve breakfast?

Sure does, self-service brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

No, Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Check-in begins at 5 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel?

Dogs are welcome at Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot with an amazing view in a beautiful little town
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm and friendly staff. Also excellent view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set in a stunning location, it was the perfect stay on our NC 500 cycle tour. The hostel warden was extremely helpful and welcoming. Top place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Very close to the big sand
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ZVI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When we order a private room, we expect a toilet and bath to be private as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

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

Gairloch Beach Hostel

Very helpful staff. Couldn't do enough for me. Great room, although up 2 flights if old stairs. Lovely aspect & views. Remote - that's why I chose it anyway Nice evening meal. Good choices for breakfast, despite no use of self catering kitchen due to COVID restrictions
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible location, lovely room and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Leider kann man erst ab 17 Uhr einchecken. Die Dame an der Rezeption war sehr freundlich.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not stay there. After making reservations I received an email from the location that they were unable to process payment on my cc. I then phoned the location and after numerous attempts they were still unable to process the payment so I was told by their staff that she would have to cancel my reservation because of this issue. I made reservations elsewhere however this location ended charging my card as a no show.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel in beautiful place. About 5 mins drive to town/ restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tino

Liked: Staff & service

herrliche Lage!!!

wunderschöne Lage-alleinstehend direkt am und mit Blick aufs Meer - sehr angenehme und zuvorkommende Gastgeberin am Empfang - wer es etwas einsamer aber in toller Natur mag ist hier genau richtig!
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

herve

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manuela

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018