Rowardennan Youth Hostel

Property class: 3

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Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Rowardennan Youth Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is ₩126,181
₩151,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29

Room options

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A room with three bunk beds, a window with a view, and a ceiling light.

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with three bunk beds, a window with a view, and a ceiling light.

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small round table with two chairs, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bathroom with a white sink, mirror, shower, and grab bars.

Triple Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a sink, and a window.

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with three bunk beds, each with a blue patterned mattress.

Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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A single bed with a wooden frame, a mattress, and patterned pillows.

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A small, single-bed room with a wooden headboard, a white sink, and a wall-mounted hook.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Balmaha, Rowardennan Youth Hostel is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Lomond and Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium and Arrochar Play Area are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with canoeing and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Balmaha travel guide
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Rowardennan, Balmaha, Scotland, G63 0AR

What's nearby

  • A castle surrounded by dense green trees and hills.
    Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A lake surrounded by hills and a sunset sky.
    Loch Lomond
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A lakeside beach with people swimming and playing, surrounded by trees and mountains.
    Loch Lomond Shores
    45 min drive - 40.7 km
  • A calm lake reflecting mountains and a forested hill.
    Loch Long
    58 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Loch Lomond Golf Club
    51 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria Station
    34 min drive
  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bonnie & Ben Café
    51 min drive
  • The Village Rest
    37 min drive
  • Luss Seafood Bar
    42 min drive
  • Coach House Coffee Shop
    42 min drive
  • The Inn on Loch Lomond
    41 min drive

About this property

Rowardennan Youth Hostel

  • Hostel near Loch Lomond
  • Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Rowardennan Youth Hostel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
    • Coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Rowardennan Youth Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Showers and toilet paper
    • Communal kitchens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (4:00 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 4 and May 28.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Rowardennan Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Rowardennan Youth Hostel?

As of Oct 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rowardennan Youth Hostel on Oct 28, 2026 start from ₩126,181, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rowardennan Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rowardennan Youth Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Rowardennan Youth Hostel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Balmaha hostel is steps from Loch Lomond, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Inchailloch and Conic Hill. Rob Roy Way - South and West Highland Way Trail Access - Balmaha are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Rowardennan Youth Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely location,cozy clean friendly staff basic but good food.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the best Youth hostel I’ve stayed in! Location was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning place by the lake, the hostel is great with lots of space and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Gorgeous setting, helpful staff, excellent food. Only complaint is that we had to sit outside in the rain waiting to check in. Webpage says the lounge is available to guests who arrive before 4:00 pm check in time.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was terrific! The setting was beautiful. And the rice was very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and a good stop along the Al west Highland Way. Can’t beat the location right on Loch Lomond! (Be sure to get in for a swim!). Would have 5 stars, but the showers were pretty rough.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Gorgeous location.

Fabulous location. Reception staff were welcoming and friendly. Comfortable bed. Shower could have been a little more powerful. Evening meal wasn't brilliant but overall good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view/access to lake. Friendly service. Wifi was very limited.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thin walls but great stay. Loved jumping off the dock!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than I thought it would be
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hostel is in a wonderful position and it's a grand old building. We really enjoyed staying here. We had a private room and it was very large. The shared toilets and showers were all very clean. Our only disappointment was the food. We chose to have dinner when we arrived. You pre order and then go to the dining room at a pre arranged time. Well the fish and chips were just pulled out of a warming draw and had obviously been there for ages. Even though we were five minutes early for our alloted time. The fish was practically solid and the chips were nearer in colour to black than golden. So very poor. After walking 16 miles of the West Highland Way we were in no mood to argue. The curry was acceptable but no more. If you choose to stay here cook your own food is our advice. It's a pity because everything else was so nice. The breakfast is very basic but ok, and is very reasonable. No cooking involved so too difficult for anyone to mess up !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr gute Unterkunft für den WHW. Das Frühstück ist nichts besonderes aber ausreichend. Alles weitere top.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fijne accommodatie, vriendelijk personeel en alles zag er netjes en verzorgd uit……
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ok

Es war ok. Es ist ein Hostel und da kann man halt nicht viel erwarten. Es war sauber, eingermassen gut in Schuss, jedenfalls schottische Verhältnisse. Das Essen war auch ok. Hartes Naan und trockene Gipfel zum Frühstück, muss man wohl hinnehmen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sensationeller Blick auf den See. Zimmer sehr sauber, wc ebenfalls. Nette Lobby. Frühstück und Abendessen eben Jugendherbergs-Style, aber okay
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room has a great view! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
I had to book a 6 bed room, last room left. I can’t imagine 6 people in there. Very cramped. Staff were not particularly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

In the middle of nowhere :D

Very nice place in the middle of nowhere! Beautiful located at a lake with view on the mountains. The consequence of that middle of nowhere is that the wifi from the location (almost) never works, so does your own connection (depending of your provider). Rooms are small, but okay. Sleeping rooms are nice heated, but if needed they provide additional bed sheets. The rest of the building is pretty cold so take a sweater. Great, kind people working. Big kitchen and common room with view on the lake and mountains. Really recommended to come to a good rest, and of course for a hike to the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay

Welcome stop from the rain
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good clean accomodation option

Great option to stay at during a west highland way trip. Clean rooms, decent showers and a great lounge room with views over the loch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Great place best location Loch Lomond
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful

Lovely hostel in a beautiful setting. Everything was clean, the bed was extremely comfortable. The food was good. The room was a little bit on the small side for 6 people with luggage but manageable. The only real problem was the women's showers which appeared to have some sort of drainage problem and left you standing ankle deep in dirty water. Hopefully this will be sorted soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, clean comfortable bunk beds. knowledge friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

einzigartige Lage!!

Wir hatten das Familienzimmer mit Doppelbett! Relativ lange An- und Abfahrt. Sehr ruhig. Der Blick aus dem Aufenthaltsraum ist herrlich.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

toll gelegene Unterkunft - typische Jugendherberge

Wir suchten eine Unterkunft für eine Übernachtung am Ende der 2. Etappe des West-Highland-Ways (WHW). Die Jugendherberge war im Rahmen Ihrer Möglichkeiten o.k. - erholsamen Schlaf findet man in einem Acht-Personen-Zimmer allerdings nicht. Dafür hübscher Bau mit toller Lage direkt am Loch Lomond und direkt am WHW.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018