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Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel

1.0 star property
Beach hostel in Achmelvich

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White sand
Front of property
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Children's activities
Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel welcomes guests with its warm atmosphere, garden space, and inviting fireplace. Families appreciate the supervised childcare options, while all visitors enjoy access to the well-equipped communal kitchens for preparing meals and sharing stories.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Refrigerator
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Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, Shared Bathroom (5 Person)

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Pet friendly
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Achmelvich, Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ardvreck Castle and Klyseku Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Handa Island Nature Reserve and Achmelvich Beach.
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Recharn, Achmelvich, Sutherland, Achmelvich, Scotland, IV27 4JB

What's nearby

  • Achmelvich Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sinky Sands - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Clachtoll Beach - 13 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Inverkirkaig Beach - 14 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Clashnessie Beach - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Delilah's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Inbhir Brunches - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪An Cala Cafe Bunkhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chez Roux - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel

Hostel in the mountains
You can look forward to a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and supervised childcare at Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and soap
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Supervised activities for children

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 21 and April 01.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.5 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-serve breakfast: approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.5 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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel Lairg
Achmelvich Beach Youth Lairg
Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel Achmelvich
Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Achmelvich, this beach hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Achmelvich Beach and Vestey's Beach. Sinky Sands and Clachtoll Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

7.8

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great budget friendly stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel was clean and tidy and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louella Anne

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

Comfy Stay

We had a great stay at the hostel. Our room was spacious and clean and we had our own toilet. The host was nice and accommodating. The hostel was really close to the beach and the view from the place was scenic. We enjoyed our stay and defo recommend it to others.👍
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Did the job

Parking was cash only but luckily had that on us but finding the parking was difficult due to construction. Then the small hike to the hostel from the temporary parking was a bit much with bags and over a fence. Service was nice, beds were not very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Andy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very limited phone signal. No WiFi or tv. Uncomfortable mattress on bed (hard & springy)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

MARCELO

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob, New York

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This location is AMAZING — some of the most gorgeous beach scenery you’ll ever see. The staff are lovely and welcoming, and the lounge and kitchen are really warm and inviting.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

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