Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel - A traditional hostel in a scenic wooded location near Cairngorms National Park

Braemar Youth Hostel is an impressive former shooting lodge set in extensive grounds, offering private rooms and shared dormitory accommodations with shared bathroom facilities. Guests can enjoy a 'Wee Breakfast' of cereal, Scottish yogurt, fresh fruit, tea, and coffee each morning at Braemar Youth Hostel. The property features free WiFi, a lounge with sofas, a self-catering kitchen, a dining room, laundry facilities, drying rooms, free onsite parking, and secure bike storage. Located on 'The Snow Road,' the hostel provides easy access to the Cairngorms, Glenshee Ski Centre, and The Lecht. Nearby attractions include Balmoral Castle (open April-July), Braemar Castle, and multiple distilleries. The hostel is a 10-minute walk from Braemar's village center, where guests can find shops and restaurants such as The Cairn Grill Restaurant & Bar and Farquharson's.

Pros

The hostel is set in a scenic wooded area, with sightings of red squirrels and pheasants in the grounds.

Secure bike storage and e-bike charging facilities are available.

Friendly and helpful staff with expert local knowledge.

Spacious rooms and well-equipped shared spaces, including a large kitchen and lounge.

Cons

None of the rooms have en-suite bathrooms.

The hostel is located slightly outside the main village center, requiring a short walk to reach shops and restaurants.