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Lochranza Youth Hostel

4.0 star property
Travelers cook their favorite meals in communal kitchens with mountain views as backdrop, while appreciating the practicality of on-site laundry facilities

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Lochranza Youth Hostel provides a welcoming mountain retreat where guests can prepare meals in communal kitchens equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops. The property offers convenient laundry facilities and free WiFi access in public areas for staying connected.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is ฿2,902
฿3,482 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 9:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Lochranza Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, Lochranza Youth Hostel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Lochranza Youth Hostel?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lochranza Youth Hostel on 31 May 2026 start from ฿2,902, 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 Lochranza Youth Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lochranza Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lochranza Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Lochranza Youth Hostel located?

Situated in the mountains, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Secret Garden Gallery, Lochranza Castle and Lochranza Distillery. Isle of Arran Distillery is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

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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Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a private room which was perfect for our cycling trip, lots of radiators to dry our things and a bike shed out the back. Amenities all grand too
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place

Stayed with my three grandchildren very spacious and clean room view out the window was amazing staff were friendly and helpful .Showers were good and not too far away from the room .It was great we could use the kitchen to cook our food and plenty of areas to relax.Would definitely stay again and highly recommend this hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding value digs for outdoor enthusiasts

Fantastic location, excellent value for money. Very clean, with friendly, energetic and helpful staff. All in all a terrific experience on a budget for people with a passion for the outdoors in a wonderful part of the world.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Ideal for ferry.

One night stay, first time in Youth hostel. All seemed very efficient, receptionist could learn to smile abit!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Keurig, schoon en goed voorelkaar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eine hervorragende saubere Unterkunft um die Insel zu erkunden . Empfehlenswert
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hoi Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended hostel to stay

The service is good and the facilities are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, very helpful staff. Excellent! Lovely to hear the stags in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ABourdages

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was ideally located between the distillery and the ferry in the quiet town of Lochranza. The rooms were clean, comfortable with shared bathroom facilities and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable. modern, clean accommodation with nice lounge area and excellent kitchen/dining area. Free wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

lesTT

Belle étape. Très propre et calme. Bien situe

Ravie car ballades autour de la mer. Calme et lieu agréable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Topsoftheworldet

Yes again a greater big topsoftheworld to Lochranza Arran Greater Scottish Scotland youth hosting superbly performance respects DET
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hostel does what YHA does well. Family friendly, well located and no frills. Lovely walks from here, both along the coast and into the hills.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frédérique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Renata

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

wan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kazuyuki

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019