Glenbrittle
About About this youth hostel
Set in rugged scenery at the foot of the Cuillin Ridge, this homely hostel has a long tradition as a base for walkers and climbers, offering a mix of accommodation from private rooms to unisex/mixed dorms, all with USB charging points and individual bed lights. Many of the rooms have mountain views and whilst none are en-suite, there are ample shower and washroom facilities available.
Other facilities include: a laundry, large drying room, public phone and secure bike storage for up to 10 bikes. Basic provisions, including frozen ready meals, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception. Due to the hostel’s remote location, there’s no wifi and very limited mobile signal.
Limited off-road parking is available in front of the hostel.
‘Wee Breakfast’ and 'Heat it and eat it' evening meals available (Breakfast is served between 8am - 9am. Please remember to pre-book).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental (not available for RAH in the winter months)
There are no public transport links to the youth hostel and the nearest bus stop is at Sligachan which is 15 miles away.
Why stay?
- Fantastic location at the foot of the Cuillin Ridge
- Spectacular mountain views
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Perfect base for outdoor enthusiasts
- Licensed, serving local beers and wine
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Glenbrittle Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
April to September
Reception Hours
08:00-10:00 and 17:00-21:30
Check in
17:00 - 21:30
Check out
By 10:00
Access Hours
Day access may be available. Please contact the hostel beforehand, but note that arrangements for this may only be possible at short notice and only confirmed on arrival
Amenities
Private Rooms
Catering Available (Breakfast Only)
Alcohol Licence
Towel Hire
Secure Lockers
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Family Rooms
'Heat it and Eat Meals' available
Laundry Room
Drying Room
Bike Store
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Guest Reviews
17/09/2025
Ideal location for nature lovers! Friendly staff, conducive environment to meet other world travellers!yes
12/09/2025
Very good stay on the Isle of Skye, the accommodation is quite secluded but very peaceful. The host is charming and the kitchen is very well equipped. The other guests were discreet and we slept well.Marion
09/09/2025
Perfect!TessaT
08/09/2025
Excellent location and well managed.ZB
02/09/2025
I had a lovely time in Glenbrittle: the hostel is very friendly, the accommodation is very clean and cosy.Mercédès
28/08/2025
Magic, I loved itYes
27/08/2025
Comfortable and friendly with an excellent breakfast if you have a big day planned.Ross Arbuckle
22/08/2025
Super Friendly staff ,great location,Thank you hosteling Scotland for a memorable stay .Gillyboy
19/08/2025
The place of the hostel is very great, the nature is so beautiful.Very nice people and a good service, breakfast was good.For the rest it was a clean hostel, i recomend it to everyone!Jort
19/08/2025
Clean facilities, friendly staff, has everything you need for a short stay if you take into account that it's a hostel and not a luxurious hotel. Beware of midges! But the windows have nets inside so they can easily be opened any time.Just hope it hasn't rained much driving there because the single track road could get a bit tricky to drive on and parking will be on grass and a bit of gravel.Drinking water fresh from the highlands. A small beach is only a five minute drive away.Maja
19/08/2025
Very nice play to stay and meet peopleYes
18/08/2025
Pleasant environmentEM
18/08/2025
Very well organised youth hostel with a friendly welcome.weldora
18/08/2025
Very nice place, makes you feel like you are at home, great people.Maria Rodrigues
18/08/2025
A very comfortable and clean hostel set in a beautiful and remote location that offers an escape from it all.Anna
16/08/2025
What a delightful feeling to find yourself in this remote spot! We loved spending these few days in Glenbrittle, where we were warmly welcomed.The Ciroddes
16/08/2025
Good stay, generally a peaceful place, welcoming hostFinlayben
12/08/2025
Super clean and comfortable. The drying room is a huge bonus!B D C
04/08/2025
The hostel was located in a beautiful place, it was very well equipped and the staff was very kind and welcoming.It has been a wonderful experience.Alessia Zanella
01/08/2025
Great location, extraordinary friendly service with a lot of humor, perfect laundry experience.Anna
24/07/2025
It was a great place to stayNick
23/07/2025
Warden was very friendly and helpful. Check-in was easy and quick even arriving late. ThanksFabrice
21/07/2025
We stayed for three nights in a private room with pur teenage son. Great location for walks, taking a swim on the beach, car tours and lunch in Café Ciul. Friendly staff, good wee brakfast, clean all over! We loved it.Judith
19/07/2025
Hostel is at a fantastic and quite place, has a large kitchen, wooden tables, everything is clean and comfortable.Lady receptionist was like an angel for us!Mon*
17/07/2025
Superb hostel in a fantastic location, a proper little getawayC & R
16/07/2025
I had not stayed in youth hostel for over twenty years but Glenbrittle YH showed that they are an ideal place to meet interesting people and provide a very safe and comfortable place to stay. No need for TVs and wi-fi.Jason Corbett
15/07/2025
We stayed in 3 YH in the Highlands in a week. This was my favourite.Nachos74
11/07/2025
Its a good expérienceYes
08/07/2025
Staying in the Hostel was very comfortable and pleasant thanks to friendly and helpful staff. All facilities were exceptionally clean and there was great drying room. We'll definitely stay again.Pav
02/07/2025
Great little place, super friendly staff, quiet location far removed from everything, good for a relaxing break. Also a great place to meet fellow travelers, play some board games, etc.Rufus
Reasons to visit
One of Scotland's most popular destinations and home to twelve Munros, including the famous Black Cuillin ridge, Skye is the perfect playground for any ambitious experienced mountaineer.
For the less adventurous there are plenty of opportunities to take life at a more leisurely pace, experiencing the wildlife and natural beauty of Skye through a number of low-level and coastal walks to suit all abilities and weather conditions.
Skye is renowned for its dramatic landscapes but there's another side to the island which includes world-class restaurants, arts and craft studios, castles and crofting museums charting the tumultuous history of it's people from clan battles to the Highland Clearances.
For those looking to capture a traditional taste of Scotland, the Talisker Distillery is only nine miles from Glenbrittle Youth Hostel.
