Located on the West Highland Way, the Blackwater Hostel is located in Kinlochleven. It offers free WiFi and free onsite parking. Each private room includes a TV and a shower room. At the Blackwater Hostel, guests have access to a shared kitchen to prepare meals and there is also a shared lounge. Glencoe is just 15 minutes' drive from the Blackwater Hostel. It is ideally located for outdoor activities, including climbing. The Access Chairlift can be reached after a 30-minute drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 bunk beds
3 bunk beds
4 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.1
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
7.7
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
6.0
Low score for Kinlochleven
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We liked everything, the accommodation was very clean and comfortable. The communal area was great. It had everything you needed. It's in a great area an great to just chill. The staff were excellent very helpful and plesent. Very enjoyable stay...
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, cosy room Kitchen facilities very good
  • Vita
    Latvia Latvia
    The staff was lovely and I loved that there were explanatory messages all around so no question was left unanswered.
  • Nuala
    Ireland Ireland
    The location was perfect Comfortable bedding and clean kitchen and bathroom areas Excellent security Lovely and warm
  • Maude
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    very welcoming and well laid out communal spaces. Good kitchen. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great atmosphere and location on the West Highland trail.
  • Harry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were so pleasant and made you feel welcome facilities were excellent
  • Maude
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice people, great location, very good communal spaces, friendly atmosphere
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    As hostels go, this is really good with good facilities. Really nice exclusive use room with en suite shower room. Fab location. Kitchen and dining room were very good. Management were really good too, sorted out an issue promptly and efficiently.
  • Dan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was good - met expectations, reasonably comfy bed, clean, good shared kitchen - no complaints!
  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was nice and cool on a hot day, best sleep on the West Highland Way! Kitchen / Common room is the jewel here, sat with a few drinks and trivia before the noise curfew.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Blackwater Hostel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Luggage storage
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Blackwater Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 23:30
    Check-out
    From 05:00 to 09:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 3 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Bed linen in provided.

    When booking 3 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    When travelling with pets, please contact site direct to book in advance. There is an extra charge of £10 per pet, per night, min 1 dog per room policy.

    Please note that towels are not provided and should be pre-booked as may not be available after reception closes on the day. Hire charge of £2.50 per towel applies.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about Blackwater Hostel

    • The prices at Blackwater Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Blackwater Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 09:30.

    • Blackwater Hostel is 550 yards from the centre of Kinlochleven. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Blackwater Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):