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Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel

3.0 star property
Mountain hostel in Aviemore with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Nestled in the mountains, Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel offers a warm retreat. Enjoy the fresh air on the terrace, unwind with a book from the library or challenge friends to billiards. With free self parking and laundry facilities, this hostel is perfect for an adventure.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free self parking
  • Snack bar/deli

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Heating
12 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Heating
12 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
12 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (6 Person)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
12 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Heating
12 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
12 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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$90 total
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About the neighborhood

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Glenmore, Loch Morlich, Aviemore, Scotland, PH22 1QY

What's nearby

  • Cairngorms National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • CairnGorm Mountain - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Loch an Eilein - 18 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 60 min drive
  • Aviemore Station - 13 min drive
  • Carrbridge Station - 19 min drive
  • Kingussie Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Range - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cairngorm Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Winking Owl - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Inverdruie Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel

Enjoy your visit to Aviemore with a stay at Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 10:30 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 16
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video library
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • Hosted evening meal costs GBP 14.95

Renovations and closures

The property is closed in July.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Also known as

Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel Aviemore
Cairngorm Youth Aviemore
Cairngorm Youth
SYHA Cairngorm Lodge Hostel
SYHA Cairngorm Lodge
Scotland
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel Aviemore
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel (loch Morlich) Hotel Aviemore
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel currently open?

The property is closed in July.

Does Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cairngorm Lodge 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 Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. 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 Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like skiing and return when the snow melts for fishing and hiking. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel like?

Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel is a short 4-minute walk from Cairngorm Reindeer Centre and 16 minutes' walk from Loch Morlich.

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