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9 Oct - 11 Oct
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27 Nov - 29 Nov

Our top choices for Tomintoul hostels

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1. The Smugglers Hostel

The Smugglers Hostel
2.0 star property
Ballindalloch
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"We were rented the family bedroom that had its own private bath, a double bed and three singles. It was a great place to stay. Huge kitchen for everyone and lots of seating. Parking was a bit tight."
United States
Sheri
The price is ฿4,865
฿5,838 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Smugglers Hostel
A garden with a wooden bridge, surrounded by dense greenery and mountains in the background.

2. Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel

Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
3.0 star property
Aviemore
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (27 reviews)
"Very well run hostel, we enjoyed a private room with shared bath. Favorite part was the views and location!"
United States
Rachel
The price is ฿3,105
฿3,726 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
A rustic building with a stone facade, a wooden deck, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.

3. Aviemore Youth Hostel

Aviemore Youth Hostel
4.0 star property
Aviemore
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (43 reviews)
"Awesome location just off hiking trails and moderate walk to fun and restaurants etc."
United States
Shawn
The price is ฿2,635
฿3,162 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Aviemore Youth Hostel
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with a view of trees.

4. Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel
3.0 star property
Ballater
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"It was great"
United States
Lacey
The price is ฿2,193
฿2,632 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Braemar Youth Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Tomintoul Hotel Reviews

Craiglynne Hotel

Craiglynne Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean room with good bed and opening window. Heating to use if necessary. Bathroom very poor, cracked sink, toilet seat falling off. Shower over bsth . Had requested shower not bath as disabled but was expected to climb into bath. Dirty towel left in bathroom."
Sharen 4-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Craiglynne Hotel

Find out more about Tomintoul

Tomintoul Hostels information

Number of reviews
133
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿2,632
Highest Price
฿5,838

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Tomintoul?
By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and set aside more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Tomintoul?
While you're choosing somewhere to stay, take a look at this top hostel in Tomintoul: The Smugglers Hostel - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Tomintoul?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 12°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Tomintoul is 1031 mm.
What is there to see and do in Tomintoul?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might enjoy some places near Tomintoul. Get out into nature with places such as Cairngorm Reindeer Centre, Loch Morlich and Cairngorms National Park. Cultural attractions include Tomintoul Museum, Grantown Museum and Lost Gallery. Visit landmarks such as Drumin Castle, Corgarff Castle and Ballindalloch Castle.
What's the best way to get to and around Tomintoul while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Tomintoul on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Inverness (INV), located 32.4 mi (52.2 km) from the city centre.