Cairngorm Lodge
About About this youth hostel
Set in the heart of Cairngorms National Park with views over the Northern Corries, this award winning youth hostel is only seven miles from Aviemore and a short walk from the banks of Loch Morlich, with the highest sandy beach in the UK.
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel offers a wide range of comfortable private rooms and shared dorms all with separate washrooms. Other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, two comfortable lounges, pool table, laundry, drying room and a secure bike store. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Due to the hostel’s remote location, WiFi is free for all guests but access is limited due to the hostel location.
Cairngorm Lodge is a dog-friendly hostel. If you would like to book yourself and your dog into the hostel, please phone the hostel direct on +44 (0) 1479 861 238 to check availability. There is a small charge of £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
‘Wee’ and Full Breakfast available along with Evening Meals (please remember to pre-book your breakfast).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Award Winning Youth Hostel in Cairngorms National Park
- Seven miles from Aviemore with a regular bus service
- Walking distance from Loch Morlich
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Dog Friendly
- Great for families and outdoor enthusiasts
- Licensed café bar, serving coffee, local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
March to October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00-10:00 and 17:00-22:30 (23:00 at weekends)
Check in
17:00 - 22.30
Check out
07.00 - 10:00
Access Hours
Late arrival is by pre-arrangement only
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Private Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Alcohol Licence
Catering
Drying Room
Free Parking (limited on-site) p
Guest Kitchen
Free Wifi
Laundry Room
Lounge Area
Lounge/TV Room
Pool Table
Towel Hire
Secure Lockers
Packed Lunches Available
Bike Store
Guest Reviews
19/09/2025
Comfy rooms, clean bathrooms, great kitchen and drying room. Homely lounge.Heather
18/09/2025
Great!Harriet
12/09/2025
The staff at Cairngorm were great, especially Eilidh and Ashley. The other guests were great too which helps.nset in a great location with the mountains in the background and the loch nearby.Sandra
28/08/2025
Private room, private bathroom and kitchen facilities in a very nice area. My husband get running around the lake with our dog and my sons fishing. I walked around the quiet lake in early morning. Very nice experienceAudrey
28/08/2025
The youth hostel is located in Glenmore, close to the lake and several nice walking routes. You can explore the area from there, if you have a car even further. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The kitchen was well equipped and fun to use. A great chance to meet other people. The only thing that was a bit annoying was that no ensuite was available. So be aware that you will have to share the bathrooms with others.Ute
27/08/2025
Nice and neat place, next to wonderful natureSuzanne
18/08/2025
From check-in to check-out there was nothing to fault the hostel. Location is great, friendly staff and everything you need in terms of facilities.Chris
15/08/2025
Great value for money at the Cairngorms regionYes
09/08/2025
The lodge was perfectly located for all the outdoor adventures we did and added to the overall fantastic time we had.Yes
09/08/2025
Very convenient and pleasant stayBienvenu
08/08/2025
Wonderful to be there the 6th time in 50 years. Going with the time, very comfortable, friendly and clean.Victoria Becker
07/08/2025
Great stay in a great location.Rob
07/08/2025
What is there not to like about this hostel!Soj
06/08/2025
The hostel is perfectly located with good access to transport and the beach, the staff was nice and we enjoyed our stayMojo
05/08/2025
Value for money, great base for exploring the area.Collydug
04/08/2025
Very niceGavin
04/08/2025
Awesome location adjacent to Loch Morlich; a super friendly welcome; dog & family friendly; excellent value for money; serves a hearty brekkie & dinner….good vibes all round. Couldn't fault it, we'll be back!!Cathy Copson
30/07/2025
A really great youth hostel with friendly staff and excellent facilities. The private rooms are clean and spacious with easy access to bathrooms. The whole place is very homely and the staff make a big effort to connect and ensure your stay is all you need. The food is great and so is the self catering facilities with storage and refrigeration. It's quick to find with lots of walks nearby and easy access to Loch Morlich. My favourite place to stay in Aviemore.Annie
29/07/2025
Friendly hostel located in a beautiful place.CT
29/07/2025
Fantastic stay! Great location. Hostel facilities are really good as was the vegetarian breakfast.Tam
25/07/2025
Let me start with the location – the scenery surrounding the hostel was absolutely stunning. The reception staff were exceptionally patient and helpful, and the overall atmosphere of the hostel was truly impressive.A special mention goes to the washrooms – they were spotless and sparkling clean every time we used them.This is, without a doubt, one of the best hostels we stayed at during our trip.Yes
16/07/2025
A older Hostel with modern washroom and frendly Service.Matthias
15/07/2025
It was a great place to stay for a couple of days. Very near the lake and lots of walking opportunities around.Charlotte L
13/07/2025
Great option in the National parkSam
11/07/2025
Great lodge. Perfect spot voor exploring the Cairngorms. Quiet and clean and comfortable.Joost
05/07/2025
Great location and really clean, comfortable and friendly facilities.Lucy
05/07/2025
Very comfortable and well equipped hostel in a brilliant location. Food was excellent.Tim
01/07/2025
Very friendly staff, clean kitchen and perfect location for hiking.Agatha
27/06/2025
Hostel had clearly been recently renovated with full double glazing and each room had a associated modern bathroom along the corridor. Brilliant access to hills.Darryl.
18/06/2025
Great hotel on a wonderful location. Friendly staf and a relaxed atmosphere. The busstop is right on the doorstep.Hiker in Scotland
Reasons to visit
Cairngorm Lodge Youth Hostel sits within the Cairngorms National Park, voted one of the top 20 places to visit in the world by National Geographic Traveller Magazine. The park, in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, has something for everyone - from castles and distilleries to family attractions, water and snowsports, wildlife watching, and some incredible high and low level walking and cycling routes.
Visit the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, sample a craft beer at the Cairngorm Brewery, discover Loch Morlich and the highest sandy beach in Britain and explore the Craigellachie National Nature Reserve.
Cairngorm Lodge is the perfect location for families, groups and individuals looking to take advantage of this natural playground.
WoofHostelling in the Cairngorms
Enjoy a bird's eye trip!