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Braemar Youth Hostel

3.0 star property
Hostel in Ballater with free parking

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Traditional architecture with a central entrance and symmetrical facade, set amidst a serene natural environment.
Relax in a classic living room with a tufted sofa, armchairs, and a smaller sofa, arranged for comfortable seating.
Cozy room with bunk beds, large windows, and a radiator.
Enjoy meals in a casual dining setting with large windows offering views of the surrounding greenery.
Outdoor dining area with picnic tables surrounded by a natural forest setting.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is €86
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

Highlights

Heating
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
21 Glenshee Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5YQ

What's nearby

  • Glenfiddich - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Braemar Castle - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Mar Lodge Estate - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Cairngorms National Park - 29 min drive - 41.8 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Farquesons Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Stag - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Invercauld Mews Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Bothy - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gordons Tearoom - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Braemar Youth Hostel

Property highlights
A garden, laundry facilities and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Braemar Youth Hostel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Braemar Youth Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Archery

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 July and 31 December.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
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 continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 5.95 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.

Property is also known as

Braemar Youth Hostel Ballater
Braemar Youth Ballater
Braemar Youth Hostel Ballater
Braemar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Braemar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ballater

Frequently asked questions

Is Braemar Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 30 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Braemar Youth Hostel on 12 Aug 2025 start from €86.42, including 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 Braemar Youth Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Braemar Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Braemar Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Braemar Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Ballater, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Braemar Golf Club and Glenfiddich. Braemar Castle is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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Braemar Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Braemar Youth hostel might be the most charming and lovely hostel I’ve stayed at. The location is peaceful and the facility itself is comfortable and cozy. This hostel has a great lounge, large kitchen with all the essential utensils, and the staff are so accommodating and pleasant.
Lounge
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florentina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is very clean and quiet. Staff very helpful .I loved the location.They accept dogs for a small fee .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cosy place to stay in !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful staff, clean facilities, and amazing view from the property
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location get to outdoors
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

All good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptionally friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jim

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

Family friendly

Used family room after full day’s cycling. Excellent facilities , good kitchen and very good drying room. Only gripe - room was on 3rd floor,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Baudilio

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is good, I'm not a Hostel person I think but still I can say that it was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ruhiges, sauberes Hostel mit guter Küchenausstattung und günstigem Frühstück. Schöne Wanderungen.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, quiet time of year but the hostel was very comfortable, clean, friendly, and relaxed. I had a private double room which was perfect for travelling with a pet. Kitchen access was really handy as Braemar and the surrounding area doesn't have much in the way of options for eating during the week in the off season.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Great staff. Clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ludivine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très jolie auberge et personnel adorable. Le lit était confortable on se sentait comme dans un nuage et la cuisine equipée au top. Je recommande.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

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

Muito bom

Local lindo, com muito verde, próximo a cidade, cozinha equipada, pessoas simpáticas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good hostel

Nice place to stay - comfy and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most helpful kind staff Ian so knowledgeable of area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019