About this property
Ullapool Youth Hostel, located on Ullapool seafront, offers views over Loch Broom and the Beinn Dearg mountain range. Rooms in the hostel vary in size, including private rooms. There’s also a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, two small lounges, laundry and drying rooms. WiFi access is free. The youth hostel offers a range of facilities including a dining area with views over the harbor. Ullapool is a fishing village in the Highlands and a vibrant Highland community with regular music nights, festivals and arts events. Guests can enjoy its restaurants, bars, leisure center, swimming pool, museum and the Macphail Theater. Outdoor activities such as hillwalking, kayaking, climbing and cycling are available close by. Ferries leave daily for Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis while cruises visit the Summer Isles from April to October. The whole of the North West coast with its iconic mountain scenery, beaches, sea lochs and islands can be easily explored from this property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Breakfast
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mateja007
Slovenia
“Perfect location in a cozy town, kind staff, very clean.” - John
Canada
“Location excellent, super friendly staff, private room with my bed facing the port!!” - Sebastian
Germany
“Absolutely great location, near the pubs and ferry terminal. Simple, yet very clean facilities, and a fantasticly organisized self-catering kitchen (plenty drying towels and other supplies). Special shout-out to Fiona at the reception who...” - Alistair
United Kingdom
“Ideally situated on the shore road in the centre of the village. Comfortable room with a large duvet, 2 pillows on each bed and close to shower and other facilities. Friendly staff on reception.” - Swarna
Netherlands
“Along location and great views of the harbour and mountains. Very well equipped kitchen. Shower and toilets were really clean. Twin room was small but adequate for a short stay.” - Andrea
United Kingdom
“Excellent location with harbor views. Clean comfortable beds with higher quality linens. Bike store. Great restaurants nearby.” - Jocelyn
United States
“WOW! I love this hostel! It is very convenient to the ferry terminal. It is roomy and well-maintained. Everyone is so very nice. And the VIEW of the loch from my window!! I will make a point to stay here again.” - Mark
United Kingdom
“Good clean room overlooking the water. All amenities met expectations.” - Lou
United States
“The beds were amazing! Big, fluffy comforters and TWO pillows! Every area was super clean and the women’s bathrooms were roomy with several showers, sinks, and toilet facilities. The staff was friendly and helpful.” - Katlyn
United States
“Very nice staff and clean facilities. Bed was comfy and slept well.”
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 16:30 until 22:00. Check-out before 10:00. Late check-in is available if arranged in advance. The hostel normally has limited daytime access between 10:00 and 16:30.
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 Ullapool 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.