Inverness Youth Hostel

4.0 star property

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Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
Fridge, microwave
Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Explore the area

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Victoria Drive, Inverness, Scotland, IV2 3QB
  • Place, Eastgate Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Castle
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Inverness Cathedral
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Inverness (INV)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room, Ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, Shared Bathroom (5 Person)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Private Bathroom (6 Person)

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

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Inverness

Inverness Youth Hostel places you in the centre of Inverness, within just a 15-minute stroll of Eastgate Shopping Centre and Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Self-service breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Millburn hostel include Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • Eastgate Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Inverness Visit Scotland Information Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Victorian Market - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Inverness Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Inverness Cathedral - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Inverness Station - 18 min walk
  • Inverness (INV) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morrisons Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pepe's Piri Piri - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Roots Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Inverness Youth Hostel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Inverness Youth Hostel also features a vending machine, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Inverness hostel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • 1 conference room
Inverness Youth Hostel offers 39 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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: approximately GBP 5.95 to 10.50 for adults and GBP 5.95 to 9.50 for children

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Inverness Youth
Inverness Youth Hostel Scotland
Inverness Youth Hostel Inverness
Inverness Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Inverness Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Inverness

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Inverness Youth Hostel?

Inverness 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 Inverness Youth Hostel?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inverness Youth Hostel on 18 May 2026 start from AU$142, 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 Inverness Youth Hostel?

Yep, Inverness Youth Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Inverness Youth Hostel?

The closest beach to Inverness Youth Hostel is Dores Beach (13 km).

Does Inverness Youth Hostel serve breakfast?

You bet, self-service brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inverness Youth Hostel?

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

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inverness Youth Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Inverness Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 178 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a nice stay here. I booked a room for myself with an ensuite bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIM, Grapevine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing condition for a youth hostel. Friendly helpful staff. Very busy due to rugby tournament finals. Big kitchen for self service meals. Quiet neighborhood. Easy 30 min walk to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radoslaw

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was located close to the nearest grocery store, so that was convenient, but it's a bit of a walk from the train station if you're planning to carry lots of luggage. The single room was adequate, but very basic. The kitchen was very good, although the system of tagging food was different (I've been to hostels where they provide baskets that you tag with your food, not tagging every single item).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eve

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a little out of the way but the room was comfortable and the staff were helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good value but group noise is problem

Be aware that this facility often hosts large student groups who may well disturb your nightime peace and sleep. Otherwise, staff are excellent and while the 70s building is dated the place is tidy, clean and has a remarkably well equiped kitchen. Suggest reserving an ensuite bath if you travel as a couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudio, San Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronika

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Paige

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Good Quality Hostal with helpful friendly staff.

Great staff. Good kitchen. Refillable bottled water fountain available. Convenient location with plenty of parking. Spacious lounge. Breakfast available. Only drawback, rooms are not very well insulated so can be noisy. I always carry earplugs so I can sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Quick stop

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JIN

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

8/10 Good

jakki

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

Calm and peaceful hostel

Great location, nice and peaceful and calm but easy walking distance from the station and the town. The hostel had a lovely quiet calm atmosphere. The staff at reception was very friendly. The communal areas and facilities were spacious and very well equipped. The room was naturally basic, as expected, but comfy and clean and well appointed with things like sockets/USB points and bedside tables with reading lamps. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi

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

Nice but noisy neighbors

While we enjoyed our room, we had families with kids on both sides of us and it sounded like they were doing gymnastics until 11pm
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Top quality hostel.

A great youth hostel, comfy bed, spotlessly clean and quiet in a good area with an easy walk to the station. I'll definitely go again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Zijing

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Zijing

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Okay-ish choice if you are on budget
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly clean and simple. The kitchen was very well equipped for
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

gregor

Stayed 1 night in May 2025