Aviemore Youth Hostel
About this property
Surrounded by woodland, Aviemore Youth Hostel is located on the boundary of the Cairngorm National Park and a short walk from Aviemore town center, offering an ideal location for outdoor activities. The youth hostel provides a good range of facilities including dorms and private rooms, a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, a spacious dining area, a large drying room and ample parking for cars and buses. There is also a large open-plan lounge which provides stunning views of the Cairngorm Mountains and surrounding woodland. Towels area available to hire at a small surcharge. All rooms have shared bathroom facilities. Located just 9 miles from the Cairngorm Mountain funicular and its snowsports area, Aviemore Youth Hostel provides an ideal base for year-round activities, including hillwalking, climbing, snowsports, mountain biking, pony trekking, watersports and fishing. Most activities take place on the Rothiemurchus Estate, which features paths through the Caledonian Pine forest. Hosteling Scotland is a charity and membership organization. For nonmembers, a supplement per person, per night will be added to the published rate. See Important Information for more details.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Derrek
United States“I loved the shower! Best shower i took the whole trip. The staff were giving me some very good tips on places to explore” 
Ellen
United Kingdom“Great and helpful team while completing the Speyside Way. Really well priced for a single room.”- Van United Kingdom“Well equipped and clean. Can't beat the price.”
- Marissa United States“The staff was friendly and helpful. I was nervous to travel alone, but felt safe and cozy at this hostel. The location was excellent for people traveling without a car and I was able to get around via train and bus to explore the Cairngorms.”
- Anna
Canada“Great kitchen, common area with a fireplace and super helpful staff. Lots of great walks and hikes nearby and the staff were great at giving suggestions.” - Carol United Kingdom“Friendly welcome, large comfortable room, use of kitchen, pleasant communal rooms, good location.”
- Larry United States“Lovely location on the edge of a nature reserve, close to town and very quiet. Staff was very helpful and friendly, especially Paige. Wee breakfast was fine and there was a large kitchen if you wanted to cook your own food. Plenty of hot water in...”
- Stefany United States“The Aviemore Hostel has a fantastic sturdy bunk bed that does not squeak when you move. The bedding is as soft and comfortable and warm as any top hotel. The showers and toilets are maintained almost hourly. Best kitchen services and free tea all...”
- David United States“Room was clean, plenty of space in room with chairs, property was nice, convenient. Staff was friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were clean.”
- Shinawat
Thailand“The place is very perfect although it is a hostel. They have several bathrooms and toilets that you can feel like having private restroom. The kitchen is very bit that can support a number of guests. The entire area is clean. Staffs are friendly...”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
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 Hosteling Scotland and HI using these channels are not entitled to a membership refund).
Individual reservations (Up to 9 people) - can cancel free of charge until 3 days before the arrival date. If canceled within the 3 days before the arrival 100 percent of the total price will be charged.
Groups reservations (more than 9 people) - 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.
No stag or hen parties are permitted at any youth hostel.
Should guests be entitled to a refund or part refund please note that these are processed by Hosteling Scotland National Office, Stirling. It may take 7 to 10 working days from the date of cancelation request for the refund to be processed back onto the original card used.
From the age of 12 to 15 years, young people must be accompanied by a parent or guardian of the same gender when booking a bed within shared accommodations. Parties with children under 12 years will only be accommodated in private rooms, where available.
Hosteling Scotland advise that additional notice be given to the destination youth hostel when traveling with children, to ensure that suitable accommodations is available. There is no capacity for extra beds or cots.
Check-in from 16:00 until 22:30. Check-out from 07:00 until 10:00. The reception is open between 07:00 until 22:30. Later arrival and access outside opening hours is by pre-arrangement only.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Aviemore Youth Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
