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Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel

★★★ Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Ross-shire, Gairloch, GB

8.5 guest rating· 466 reviews

About this hotel

Lochside Lodge with Stunning Views

Comfortable Accommodation: Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel offers a variety of cozy private and shared rooms with ample shower and washroom facilities.

Scenic Dining and Lounge: Enjoy a delicious breakfast with scenic views of Gairloch, Torridon hills, Skye Cullins, and outer Hebrides. Relax in the licensed lounge with a selection of beverages.

Convenient Amenities: Benefit from free WiFi, lockers, laundry, and a drying room. Purchase essentials and snacks at the reception. Onsite parking available and exclusive private rental option.

Book now to experience the beauty and comfort of Gairloch Sands Youth Hostel.

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Rooms & rates

Family Room (6 Adults)

Sleeps 6 · 11 m² · 6× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 11 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Standard Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 11 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 11 m² · 4× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Sleeps 6 · Double bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 6 · 11 m² · 3× Bunk bed

  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 5 · 11 m² · 5× Twin bed

  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bedsheets provided

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 8 · 8× Twin bed

  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Toilet paper

Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 11 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Family Room

Sleeps 6 · 11 m² · Double bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Toilet paper

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Snack bar
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
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  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Horse riding
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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Carn Dearg, Gairloch, Ross-shire, Gairloch, GB

Check-in
from 05:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.5466 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great location+ Spacious rooms+ Good value for moneyShared bathroomsSmall kitchenBasic breakfast
Cleanliness8.1
Service9.1
Location9.2
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.1
Value for Money8.6

Absolutely fantastic

10.0
Sean · GB · 2026-07-23

Guest review

7.0

Le sale comuni e la stanza

La doccia non era funzionale

riccardo · IT · 2026-07-16

Guest review

10.0

Simplicité, accueil chaleureux, partage d'une grande cuisine, confort des lits et situation géographique....

CECILE · FR · 2026-07-16

Good to know

Full payment for all bookings will be charged at the time of booking. All major credit & debit cards are accepted excluding American Express.

All bookings will include a temporary membership fee per person per night. (Full, existing members of Hostelling Scotland and HI using these channels are not entitled to a membership refund).

Dogs are welcome at Gairloch Sands, for a small fee, when guests book a private room. Please notify us in advance to ensure there is a dog friendly room available.

Individual reservations (Up to 9 persons) - can cancel free of charge until 3 days before the arrival date. If cancelled within the 3 days before the arrival 100 percent of the total price will be charged.

Groups reservations (more than 9 persons) - different policies and additional supplements will apply. More than 8 weeks (57 days or more) 20% of total cost. 8 – 4 weeks (56- 29 days) 55% of total cost. 4 – 0 weeks (28 - 0 day) 100% of total cost.