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 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Buffet


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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2 bunk beds
1 twin bed
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4 bunk beds
1 twin bed
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4 bunk beds
1 twin bed
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2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Swarna
    Netherlands 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 United Kingdom
    Excellent location with harbor views. Clean comfortable beds with higher quality linens. Bike store. Great restaurants nearby.
  • Jocelyn
    United States of America United States of America
    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 United Kingdom
    Good clean room overlooking the water. All amenities met expectations.
  • Lou
    United States of America United States of America
    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.
  • K
    Katlyn
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice staff and clean facilities. Bed was comfy and slept well.
  • Amber
    United States of America United States of America
    Very clean and organized. The other guest were so interesting and adventurous. Great place to stay and meet cool people.
  • Roby
    India India
    The hostel location is brilliant on the waterfront, with a great view out of the windows. The toilets were excellent, and the room was very comfortable.
  • Gavin
    Australia Australia
    Great, convenient location. Easy check in. Large dining area. Kitchen ok.
  • Mollianne
    United States of America United States of America
    Close to everything, comfortable lodging, very friendly staff

Area info

Amenities of Ullapool Youth Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Ullapool Youth Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

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.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about Ullapool Youth Hostel

  • Ullapool Youth Hostel is 800 feet from the center of Ullapool. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Ullapool Youth Hostel is from 4:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Ullapool Youth Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking

  • The prices at Ullapool Youth Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Ullapool Youth Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet