Ratagan Youth Hostel
Ratagan, Kintail, IV40 8HP, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Ratagan Youth Hostel is has a lochside location with views towards Skye. Free WiFi is provided. This hostel offers guests a variety of room types, all with USB charging points, and all able to be booked as private rooms. The accommodation is split over two floors and none of the rooms are en-suite, but ample shower and washroom facilities are available. Guests can opt for a wee breakfast served in the large dining room or take advantage of the well-equipped self-catering kitchen. Relax with a local craft beer or glass of wine in the hostel’s comfortable lounge, while enjoying views over the Five Sisters of Kintail. Facilities include a laundry, drying room, luggage store and secure bike shed. Basic provisions, including frozen ready meals, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. Although surrounded by mountains, lochs and forests, the hostel is just off the main road, with a bus stop only 1.5 miles away making it easily accessible by public transport. Free parking is available onsite. Ratagan is a popular choice with outdoor enthusiasts and there are a number of low-level scrambles and ridge walks within easy reach of the hostel. The garden is ideal for launching kayaks for a paddle in Loch Duich, home to porpoises, otters and seals. Eilean Donan Castle is only 8 miles away. The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
Property practices
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See what guests loved the most:
Sonja
Finland“Lovely place in the middle of nature, far from the crowds! We stayed in female only doorm. Beds were comfy and clean. Lovely staff, great kitchen. Easy, safe parking. Amazing views!”
Andrew
United Kingdom“Great location and very good facilities. The lady running the hostel was absolutely brilliant and made the stay excellent.”- Solene
France“The staff was the nicest, even though we arrived shortly before check-in time closed. Everything was very clean, and the bed were very comfy. You'll wake up with a splendid view!”
Property surroundings
Facilities of Ratagan Youth HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.2
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Breakfast
- Toilet
- Shared bathroom
- Shower
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Hiking
- Pet bowls
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Lockers
- Invoice provided
- Board games/puzzles
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
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 room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age 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.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Bankcard
Ratagan Youth Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Full payment for all bookings will be charged at the time of booking. All major credit & debit cards are accepted excluding American Express.
All bookings will include a temporary membership fee per person per night. (Full, existing members of Hostelling Scotland and HI using these channels are not entitled to a membership refund).
Individual reservations (Up to 9 persons) - can cancel free of charge until 3 days before the arrival date. If cancelled within the 3 days before the arrival 100 percent of the total price will be charged.
Groups reservations (more than 9 persons) - different policies and additional supplements will apply. More than 8 weeks (57 days or more) 20% of total cost. 8 – 4 weeks (56- 29 days) 55% of total cost. 4 – 0 weeks (28 - 0 day) 100% of total cost.
No stag or hen parties are permitted at any youth hostel.
Should guests be entitled to a refund or part refund please note that these are processed by Hostelling Scotland National Office, Stirling. It may take 7 to 10 working days from the date of cancellation request for the refund to be processed back onto the original card used.
From the age of 12 to 15 years, young people must be accompanied by a parent or guardian of the same gender when booking a bed within shared accommodation. Parties with children under 12 years will only be accommodated in private rooms, where available.
Hostelling Scotland advise that additional notice be given to the destination youth hostel when travelling with children, to ensure that suitable accommodation is available. There is no capacity for extra beds or cots.
Check-in from 17.00 until 22.00. Check-out from 07.00 until 10.00. The reception is closed between 10.00 until 17.00 each day. Later arrival and access outside opening hours is by pre-arrangement only.
Please note that guests can opt for a wee breakfast.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Ratagan Youth Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about Ratagan Youth Hostel
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The prices at Ratagan Youth Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Ratagan Youth Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
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Ratagan Youth Hostel is 750 yards from the centre of Kintail. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Ratagan Youth Hostel is from 17:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
