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The Smugglers Hostel

Property class: 2

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The Smugglers Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is ฿4,285
฿5,142 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Room, Private Bathroom (Private Room)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Room 2)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Room 1)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Ballindalloch, The Smugglers Hostel is in a rural area. Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum and Tomintoul Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Drumin Castle and Corgarff Castle. Snail Maze and Craig MacLean Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Tomintoul travel guide
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Main Street, Ballindalloch, Scotland, AB37 9EX

What's nearby

  • A snowy mountain landscape with two skiers descending a slope.
    Cairngorms National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Drumin Castle
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tomintoul Museum
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Snail Maze
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Keith and Dufftown Railway
    38 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    78 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Old Firestation Tea Room
    2 min walk

About this property

The Smugglers Hostel

  • Hostel in a rural location
  • The Smugglers Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Smugglers Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Smugglers Hostel?

As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smugglers Hostel on 17 Sep 2026 start from ฿4,285, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Smugglers Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Smugglers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Smugglers Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Smugglers Hostel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Drumin Castle and Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum. Snail Maze and Tomintoul Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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