Cairngorm Lodge
About About this youth hostel ....
Set in the heart of Cairngorms National Park with views over the Northern Corries, this award winning youth hostel is only seven miles from Aviemore and a short walk from the banks of Loch Morlich, with the highest sandy beach in the UK.
This four star VisitScotland accredited hostel offers a wide range of comfortable private rooms and shared dorms all with separate washrooms. Other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, two comfortable lounges, pool table, laundry, drying room and a secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Due to the hostel’s remote location, WiFi is free for all guests but access is limited due to the hostel location.
Cairngorm Lodge is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1479 861 238 to check availability. There is a small charge of £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
‘Wee’ and Full Breakfast available along with Evening Meals (please remember to pre-book your breakfast).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Award Winning Youth Hostel in Cairngorms National Park
- Seven miles from Aviemore with a regular bus service
- Walking distance from Loch Morlich
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Dog Friendly
- Great for families and outdoor enthusiasts
- Licensed café bar, serving coffee, local beers and wine
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Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
March to October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00-10:00 and 17:00-22:30 (23:00 at weekends)
Check in
17:00 - 22.30
Check out
07.00 - 10:00
Access Hours
Late arrival is by pre-arrangement only
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Private Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Guest Reviews
16/05/2024
comfortable placeGuest Review
14/05/2024
Overall very goodGuest Review
11/05/2024
Wonderfully located hostel with amazingly friendly staff.simon
10/05/2024
Great location near the lake, easily accessible by bus, staff was really friendly and helpfulPatricia
08/05/2024
ExcellentGuest Review
07/05/2024
Staff always cheerful and helpful.Graham
06/05/2024
Exceptional value for a group booking. A really relaxed atmosphere and the hostel is situated in a brilliant location.Simon P
06/05/2024
It was a great stayGuest Review
04/05/2024
Located right in the beautiful Cairngorms hills. Great place. Bus stops right in front.Anita
03/05/2024
Lovely hostel with a great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Excellent bathroom, kitchen and lounge.Anni
30/04/2024
Good clean, warm & welcoming hostel.Guest Review
29/04/2024
Great location - wee walks from door into woodland, Loch Morlich - fishing, watersports etc & the beach - & the Cairngorms of course...Dochas
28/04/2024
Great hostel with a great atmosphere. And most importantly for a Scottish hostel, an excellent drying room.Withster
15/04/2024
Great stay and a fun relaxing place to rest after a challenging day in the mountains. Fantastic showers!Gary Lory
13/04/2024
Great location and atmosphere. Friendly people. Best washrooms in any hostel. Couldn't ask more.Caner
13/04/2024
simple, easy and cost effective.Le Brooce
11/04/2024
I would highly recommend this hostel. Lots of space and a perfect location for all the walks, the Loch and local bar/restaurant. The staff were always extremely helpful and friendly. A great atmosphere and wonderful stay.Lydia
10/04/2024
A family friendly place in a stunning location not far from the main route south and with great facilities for self-catering.Alex M
10/04/2024
Good location with plenty to do on the doorstep.Norman
10/04/2024
Great hostel, neat and the staff is very friendly.Femke
08/04/2024
Brilliantly located, this hostel nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms has incredible views, it is really comfortable with excellent amenities and friendly staff. Our big group of multiple families - from under 5's to over 70's - all had a brilliant Easter weekend here, commenting on how comfortable and lovely the hostel is . Thanks to all at Hostelling Scotland!Jam G
08/04/2024
LOvely placePaul Walker
06/04/2024
Such a great first introduction to hosteling for our 3 kids. Super friendly staff, a great common room & amazing location. The option to have breakfast & dinner plus the extra restaurant by the loch and great bus service means this would also be a great place for a car-free holiday.Jo
11/02/2024
Idea location for our needs. Good facilities, warm and comfortable hostel to come back to after a day on the hill. Manager very helpful and friendlyBrian
11/02/2024
Another excellent stay; we stayed as a 30 strong mountain rescue team and the hostel and manager were excellent. Very comfortable and great venue.Guest Review
13/11/2023
The stay was absolutely perfect for our group getaway. Mark was extremely friendly and welcoming on arrival and gave a nice tour around the place. He was also very accommodating and available for support when needed. The location is just perfect for a lot of activities with a cute wholesome bar/cafe down the road, a beach nearby with stunning views, and a stone throw away from the Cairngorms Reindeer Herd. All just perfect for a winter getaway! Will happily be coming back.Jamie
07/11/2023
I had an absolutely amazing stay at Cairngorm Lodge! The staff were super friendly, and the general atmosphere of the place was quite unique. The location was the best you can get, and I just feel really honoured to have chosen Cairngorm Lodge for my holiday. Thank you!Guest Review
29/10/2023
I just wish to come back to Scotland for another stay :-)Olivier Bodart
27/10/2023
I am a big fan of this particular Hostel. Coming back again and again since the early nineties. And I will keep on doing so.Heike
25/10/2023
Very spacious. We loved the individual lights and sockets / charging points above beds. Fantastic communal areas, great washing facilities & amazing views.Katie
Reasons to visit
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel sits within the Cairngorms National Park, voted one of the top 20 places to visit in the world by National Geographic Traveller Magazine. The park, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, has something for everyone - from castles and distilleries to family attractions, water and snowsports, wildlife watching, and some incredible high and low level walking and cycling routes.
Visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, sample a craft beer at the Cairngorm Brewery, discover Loch Morlich and the highest sandy beach in Britain and explore the Craigellachie National Nature Reserve.
Cairngorm Lodge is the perfect location for families, groups and individuals looking to take advantage of this natural playground.
WoofHostelling in the Cairngorms
Enjoy a bird's eye trip!