The view. Beautiful loch and castle. En-suite bathroom which is rare for a hostel. With good amenities (paper towel, toilet tissue, hand wash soap, towels). Clean kitchen and lots of kitchen utensils. The bed is so comfortable.

Stayed in June 2024

Nothing really — it is a youth hostel so bedrooms are very basic, but very clean. The rooms with en suite facilities are situated on the 2nd floor with no lift - my friend had a bad back at the time - so that made things a bit tricky. Enquired about a room on 1st floor but was told these are not en suite and mostly dormitories.

It suited our needs, the beds were very comfortable, the self catering facilities were excellent.

Stayed in June 2024

Very clean and friendly staff. Fully equipped kitchen. Next to the castle.

Stayed in June 2024

There was nothing I didn't like.

Beautiful location, easy to get to by public transport from Glasgow. Large kitchen with plenty cooking utensils. Very friendly, staff helpful. I wohld definitely stay there again.

Stayed in May 2024

It was cold in the public areas, luckily we had a heater in our room. But our friends in 2 other rooms didn’t

Stayed in May 2024

You can’t close windows in the bedroom, therefore cold and noise from wild animals (such as birds) come through. To heat up the room you need to switch on the electric heating (not sustainable).

Going back to this hostel after years was a pleasure. Absolutely breathtaking location. We spotted seals, baby lambs and sheep, seals, wild rabbits, deers… Nicely equipped kitchen, comfortable bed, nice and cosy common rooms. Quiet and peaceful area of Arran (probably the best). Pleasant and helpful girl at the reception.

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing

Friendly staff. Warm and comfortable room.

Stayed in May 2024

Although the hostel was quite clean, I would recommend deep cleaning the rooms/common areas more often- there was quite some dust below our bed and in the corners of our room, not a big problem but it can be improved ;) Also, it would be nice to have some small lights next to the bed in the rooms.

We spent two nights in the hostel in the double room (Queen size bed). The hostel was quite clean and the staff very friendly. There is a large kitchen with a lot of equipment to make your own meals, and the hostel offers the possibility to buy breakfast (granola, milk, yogurt, fruit, bread and jam, with vegan options) and a pre-cooked microwavable dinner (with a few vegetarian options), which was great as there are no shops in Lochranza.

Stayed in May 2024

The hostel was perfect for what we needed. Very clean, a spacious kitchen, good showers, and comfy beds!

Stayed in May 2024

Beautiful location lovely staff and very comfortable

Everything

Stayed in May 2024

Nothing - clean, good value Hostal in a great location.

I stayed here for one night in May while cycling round Arran and then across to the mainland. The Hostel was spotlessly clean - bathrooms/ shower areas and bedrooms. Easy to book and easy check in - a hot shower was ideal after a day cycling. Lochranza is a great location - quiet but with good transport links - and the Hostal is well positioned for the ferry to Claonaig and the nearby Distillery. I didn’t use the kitchen facilities - but other guests did and they looked very comprehensive. I did buy the light breakfast on arrival for the next morning and this was good value. Within a ten minute walk there is the Country Inn which is well stocked for drinks - they also serve meals but not on a Tuesday or Wednesday evening. There is also a sandwich hut at the ferry terminal open from 7:30am to 4pm. The Distillery is also worth a visit (I visited on a previous trip) where you can get a tour, taste some malts and they also serve food - closes at 4:30pm. Bike storage shed was also good. Good value stay.

Stayed in May 2024

We liked everything

Fantastic location

Stayed in May 2024

Arrived by kayak, easy access via river almost to end of driveway. Place to store kayaks on grass. 4 ladies shared a family room for 4- beds very comfortable. Cooking facilities excellent- made apple crumble in oven!

Stayed in May 2024

A few more dinner options would be good for those cycling / for a few more nights

Great location, very comfortable, staff were very helpful and the other guests were very friendly

Stayed in May 2024

Shower needs a curtain.

Generally well set up.

Stayed in May 2024

The room was very clean and comfortable. The location was fantastic and we would visit again. The country Inn for food in the evening was excellent and the staff very friendly. The only downside to the hostel was limited parking spaces.

Stayed in April 2024

Staff were friendly and helpful, the property basic but clean and comfy, location was beautiful

Stayed in April 2024

Clean, all the facilities needed for a stopover, great price and location, cannot go wrong.

Stayed in April 2024

N/A

Excellent location. Reasonably priced. Clean and well equipped.

Stayed in April 2024

Not a dislike…. but this is our first time to stay in a hostel that accepts dogs. Not all dog owners were following hostel policy.

Brilliant location. Good facilities. We met lots of lovely families. Great staff.

Stayed in April 2024

The staff were really friendly - especially Jacky at reception. Everything was clean, the communal spaces had everything you'd need and the views were great.

Stayed in April 2024

Well managed, great location, and friendly staff. A good choice of food and drinks for those travelling light. Private room was very comfortable.

Stayed in September 2023

It's just a bit difficult to reach without your own transport.

Very clean, good facilities. Dark sky at night.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing

Communal kitchen was exceptional and had everything you could need. Private room was comfortable and ensuite was large

Stayed in September 2023