At Braemar Youth Hostel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Balmoral Castle. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
9 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
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 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
Bar/lounge
What to do
Archery
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Skiing nearby
Services
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Garden
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.95 per person
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between 21 July and 31 December.
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
The property is closed between 21 July and 31 December.
Does Braemar Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Braemar 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 Braemar Youth Hostel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Braemar Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Braemar Youth Hostel?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Braemar Youth Hostel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Braemar Youth Hostel also has a garden.
What's the area around Braemar Youth Hostel like?
Braemar Youth Hostel is a short 17-minute walk from Braemar Castle and 5 minutes' walk from Braemar Golf Club.
Braemar Youth Hostel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
ERIC
ERIC, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2024
Great location, staff and facilities.
Laura
Laura, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Absolutely wonderful staff, clean facilities, and amazing view from the property
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Aug 2024
Very clean and cosy place to stay in !
Emmanuelle
Emmanuelle, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Aug 2024
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2024
Great place to stay. Great staff. Clean and very comfortable.
Brian
Brian, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Sep 2022
Staff is good, I'm not a Hostel person I think but still I can say that it was okay.
Baudilio
Baudilio, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Sep 2022
Staff was exceptionally friendly
Amy
Amy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Aug 2022
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jun 2022
Good hostel
Nice place to stay - comfy and welcoming
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2019
Most helpful kind staff Ian so knowledgeable of area
Verified traveller
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Oct 2019
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Jul 2019
Could do with check in earlier than 5 o’clock. Bonus for us was seeing Red Squirrels. We were only there overnight.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2019
Lovely bird watching out the windows. Great kitchen! Sweet little village minutes away on foot and hill hiking in every direction.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2018
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,
jim
jim, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
1 Aug 2024
Lars
Lars, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jul 2024
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.
Ludivine
Ludivine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Sep 2022
Mark Oliver
Mark Oliver, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Sep 2022
Verified traveller
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Aug 2022
Muito bom
Local lindo, com muito verde, próximo a cidade, cozinha equipada, pessoas simpáticas.
JORGE
JORGE, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2019
Sehr netter Empfang, tolle Lage am Waldrand. Gute Tipps bekommen für Unternehmungen und Essen.
Verified traveller
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 Jul 2018
Petit paradis
Accueil parfait, convivial, rando à souhait
Village agréable, de taille adaptée pour courses et loisirs