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Ratagan Youth Hostel

4.0 star property
Lakefront hostel in Kyle

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Nestled by the lake, Ratagan Youth Hostel offers a serene retreat with in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Explore the garden or store your bike securely while enjoying a smoke-free environment.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (4)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is £106
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

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About the area

Map
Glenshiel, Ratagan, Kintail, Kyle, Scotland, IV40 8HP

What's nearby

  • Eilean Donan Castle - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Loch Carron - 25 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Skye Bridge - 28 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Plockton Harbour - 30 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Armadale Ferry Terminal - 56 min drive - 64.7 km

Getting around

  • Inverness (INV) - 109 min drive
  • Stromeferry Station - 22 min drive
  • Plockton Station - 23 min drive
  • Duirinish Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clachan Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪all the Goodness Coffee & Bakeshop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shielshop & FiveSisters Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Manuela's Wee Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chocolates of Glenshiel - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ratagan Youth Hostel

Ratagan Youth Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Kyle.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 16
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site parking only available on request
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Bike parking
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only

Accessibility

  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Self-service breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 22 July and 31 March.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

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

Also known as

Ratagan Youth Hostel Kyle
Ratagan Youth Kyle
Ratagan Youth Hostel Kyle
Ratagan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ratagan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kyle

Frequently asked questions

Is Ratagan Youth Hostel currently open?

The property is closed between 22 July and 31 March.

Does Ratagan Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Ratagan Youth Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Ratagan Youth Hostel?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ratagan Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Ratagan Youth Hostel and nearby?

Ratagan Youth Hostel has a garden.

What's the area around Ratagan Youth Hostel like?

Ratagan Youth Hostel is located on the waterfront, a short 17-minute walk from Glen Shiel.

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Ratagan Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel ever solely because of the view. Its right by lake and it is so so so so beautiful
Manisha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location!
Raffaella, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We will never forget this place! The most incredible views of the loch and the staff (Suzanne) was very helpful and friendly! We want to live here now!
Caleb, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hostel was clean and easy to get to, with plenty of parking. Suzanne at the front desk was great. Kitchen was clean and fully stocked. Beds and duvets very comfortable.
Jaime, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had visited with family and friends aged 13 to 65. The overall experience was great. The common facilities were clean and well maintained. The most fascinating part was the scenic beauty around the hostel. Enjoyed the sunrise over the lake with a cup of tea in front of the hostel. The location is also very convenient for visiting the Highlands.
Sougata, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Average
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing setting and cozy rooms.

Excellent value. Staff very helpful. All things work. Liked the nightlight configuration with plugs and light. Over all great experience. Good water pressure and good hot water.
Ed, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Auberge de jeunesse Ratagan

Nous avons eu une chambre pour 4 pour notre famille. 4 lits simples . Le toilette et lavabo était sur notre palier, la douche un étage au-dessous; nous n’avons jamais eu à attendre pour les utiliser. Literie confortable, prises usb. Accès internet dans le salon et les pièces au-dessus (c’était notre cas). Accès à la cuisine, très bien équipée, ce qui permet de se faire un repas chaud tranquillement. Présence d’une laverie et salle de séchage, non utilisés. Nous avons été très bien accueillis par Suzanne qui s’est intéressée à notre voyage et nous a fourni un plan pour notre journée du lendemain.
Cyril, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mayte, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

For a hostel this was a pleasant experience. Quiet, not much traffic (I may have lucked out only having one roommate). Bedding was actually warm enough and towels were available on request. The ladies bathroom was clean (there was only one toilet and shower that I saw (unless I missed more), so you may need to share and wait to use. Ratagan is fairly simple so there isn't much choice for food, best to bring snacks or prepare to purchase whatever misc snacks the hostel offers. Wifi is only available in the main area, NOT the rooms or the dining area. A basic breakfast was available with a charge (toast, yogurt, cereal, coffee, tea, milk, orange juice).
Alyssa, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Hubo un error en la reserva (se hizo para un día antes de lo que llegaríamos) y toda la preocupación del propietario era asegurarse que cobraría. Ante nuestra petición de que lo que nos preocupaba era que al día siguiente no teníamos alojamiento (viajamos con un niño) quedó en buscar alguna alternativa y que nos llamaría.... seguimos esperando su llamada.
Gabriel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Douche et wc partagés, literie vétuste, cet établissement super bien placé mériterait un petit rafraîchissement État d’esprit très agréable comme on en attend d’une auberge de jeunesse, très friendly Petit déjeuner à 5,95£ un peu chiche... mais le café est bon L’environnement est tout simplement superbe, surtout avec la lumière du matin Les gens très sympa et agréable prêt à vous rendre service Parking facile Wifi indisponible dans les chambres
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Elgio

Foi a primeira vez que me hospedei num hostel e me surpreendi. Gostei da limpeza da cozinha e tinham muitos equipamentos (TD pra vc se sentir em casa). Limpeza dos banheiros e áreas comuns muito boa. Silencioso. Lugar lindo e aconchegante. Funcionário educado e atencioso. Ótima experiência nesse lugar!
Daniela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

늦게 도착했는데 기다려주신 직원분이 넘 고마웠습니다. 전망도 좋구 다 좋은데 가성비가 좀 그렇네요. 조금만 저렴하면 더 좋았을텐데, 낡은 시설에 넘 비싼 가격이었습니다.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

L'accueil chaleureux et disponible, l'accès à la cuisine, chambre propre et confortable, douches et sanitaires propres
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location next to lock

Perfect location next to lock but out of the way for shops and pubs, but thats what this place is about. very friendly staff and great facilities
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nous avons passés une nuit avec ma femme et mon fils de 5ans. L'hotel ne paye pas de mine mais il ne faut pas se fier aux apparences, c'est chaleureux, l'endroit est juste magique, une vue magnifique.
Damien, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean

Spotlessly clean, nice and quiet. Exactly what I was looking for!
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A nice clean place! Quiet and beautiful spot in the water! Our room was great! 2 bunk-beds and a desk. Power and wifi. The guy at the front desk was friendly and very helpful!
Nelson, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

3 night stopover

Great base for the Kintail area. For a hostel it is well equipped for £20 per night. Bring enough food at least for breakfast and lunches, good kitchen but can get busy. Kintail Lodge about 2 miles away provides a bolt hole for an evening meal if you wish. Drying room and showers. It is a hostel so you are sharing with 6-8 others
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel

Magnifique vue sur le loch, chambre privé pour trois avec douche et toilettes à côté de la chambre.
myr, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Go your way

A very spartan night in this hostel. As expensive (70£ + breakfast 10 £) than a guest house and much less. Really overpriced for what you get.
Valerie , 1-night trip