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Durness Youth Hostel

Property class: 2

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Durness Youth Hostel provides amenities like a garden and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
The current price is ₩199,737
₩239,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26

Room options

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a chair, and a radiator.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (5 Person)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (5 Person)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Durness, Durness Youth Hostel is near the beach. Balnakiel Craft Village and Castle Varrich are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Smoo Cave and Durness Beach. John Lennon Memorial Garden and North Coast Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Durness travel guide
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Smoo, Lairg, Durness, Scotland, IV27 4QA

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, grassy cliffs, and a clear blue sea.
    Durness Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Smoo Cave
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • John Lennon Memorial Garden
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Oldshoremore Beach
    48 min drive - 44.6 km
  • Scourie Beach
    51 min drive - 54.6 km

Restaurants

  • The Durness Food Spot
    4 min drive
  • Meet And Eat
    3 min drive
  • Cheese N Toasted
    14 min walk
  • White Heather Cafe
    1 min walk
  • choraidh Croft
    8 min drive

About this property

Durness Youth Hostel

  • Hostel near the bay
  • Durness Youth Hostel provides amenities like a garden and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge), secured bicycle storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Showers and toilet paper
    • Communal kitchens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 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 (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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 21 and March 31.

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

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 Durness Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, Durness Youth 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 Durness Youth Hostel?

As of Sep 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Durness Youth Hostel on Sep 25, 2026 start from ₩199,737, 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 Durness Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Durness Youth Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Durness Youth Hostel located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Smoo Cave and Durness Beach. John Lennon Memorial Garden and Balnakiel Craft Village are also within 2 mi (3 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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