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Braemar Youth Hostel

3.0 star property
Ballater hostel with bar/lounge

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Property grounds
Exterior
Living area
Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Archery
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
The price is $57
$68 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

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Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
21 Glenshee Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5YQ

What's nearby

  • Braemar Castle - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 11 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Mar Lodge Estate - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Glenshee Ski Centre - 16 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Cairngorms National Park - 22 min drive - 31.1 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farquesons Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Stag - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Invercauld Mews Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gordons Tearoom - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Braemar Youth Hostel

At Braemar Youth Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Balmoral Castle. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The host will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Archery
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.95 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 21 and December 31.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Braemar Youth Hostel Ballater
Braemar Youth Ballater
Braemar Youth Hostel Ballater
Braemar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Braemar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ballater

Frequently asked questions

Is Braemar Youth Hostel currently open?
The property is closed between July 21 and December 31.
Does Braemar Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Braemar Youth Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Braemar Youth Hostel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Braemar Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Braemar Youth Hostel?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Braemar Youth Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Braemar Youth Hostel also has a garden.
What's the area around Braemar Youth Hostel like?
Braemar Youth Hostel is a short 17-minute walk from Braemar Castle and 11 minutes' walk from Glenfiddich.

Braemar Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

ERIC, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and cosy place to stay in !
Emmanuelle, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Raymond, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Great staff. Clean and very comfortable.
Brian, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Staff is good, I'm not a Hostel person I think but still I can say that it was okay.
Baudilio, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was exceptionally friendly
Amy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

David, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good hostel
Nice place to stay - comfy and welcoming
1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Most helpful kind staff Ian so knowledgeable of area
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

David, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Could do with check in earlier than 5 o’clock. Bonus for us was seeing Red Squirrels. We were only there overnight.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely bird watching out the windows. Great kitchen! Sweet little village minutes away on foot and hill hiking in every direction.
1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Family friendly
Used family room after full day’s cycling. Excellent facilities , good kitchen and very good drying room. Only gripe - room was on 3rd floor,
jim, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Lars, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Très jolie auberge et personnel adorable. Le lit était confortable on se sentait comme dans un nuage et la cuisine equipée au top. Je recommande.
Ludivine, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mark Oliver, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Muito bom
Local lindo, com muito verde, próximo a cidade, cozinha equipada, pessoas simpáticas.
JORGE, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr netter Empfang, tolle Lage am Waldrand. Gute Tipps bekommen für Unternehmungen und Essen.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Petit paradis
Accueil parfait, convivial, rando à souhait Village agréable, de taille adaptée pour courses et loisirs
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review