Loch Ossian
About About this youth hostel
PLEASE NOTE - There is no vehicle access to this hostel. Please leave your car at home!
This traditional but homely eco-hostel hostel sits on the southern shore of Loch Ossian and is the perfect place to stay if you’re looking to get away from it all. Loch Ossian is hugely popular with walkers and outdoor enthusiast looking to explore and enjoy the remote wilderness of Rannoch Moor.
Accommodation at the hostel is in male and female specific dorms, but groups and families have the option of booking a dorm for exclusive use. The hostel has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, with fridge, and basic provisions, snacks and ready meals are available to purchase. Drying is available on two overhead racks and boot stands by the fire - the perfect place to relax after a day on the hills.
Guests can enjoy a welcome hot shower, thanks to the development of locally sourced hydro power complimenting the micro generated solar power supply. There’s also electric panel heating throughout and all bed linen is provided, so no need for sleep sheets or sleeping bags. Other green initiatives include composting toilets, a reed bed grey water drainage system - and even bat-friendly paint!
Loch Ossian Youth Hostel is only accessible by rail, bike or foot. Corrour railway station (Glasgow to Fort William line) is the highest mainline railway station in the UK and the hostel is a short, approximately 20 minute walk from the station along a well-made track.
In extreme weather the hostel normally remains open during the day.
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Award winning eco hostel
- Off the grid!
- Beautiful loch side setting with stunning views and dark skies
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Great base for outdoor enthusiasts
- Regular visits from local wildlife
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Loch Ossian Youth Hostel
Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year (Opening days vary in the winter - please check online for availability, RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
09:00-10:00 and 16:00-22:00
Check in
16:00 - 22:00
Check out
07:00 - 10:00
Access Hours
Closed between 10:30-16:30. Please note, there is no vehicle access - the hostel is only accessible by rail, bike or on foot
Amenities
Bike Store
Guest Reviews
04/06/2025
Another fabulous stay at magical Loch Ossian. Such a perfect location. This time we took our children and were all made very welcome. They loved the hill-walking, the paddling in the loch, the freedom to explore around the hostel without worrying about traffic. The beds were comfortable, the shared kitchen facilities are good, we enjoyed chatting to other hostellers and were made very welcome by the wonderful warden Jan. Thank youClare
04/06/2025
Just what was needed, perfect location and hostel.Bruce
03/06/2025
Peace idyllic location. A real amazing experience. Those who travel here will find it worth the effort. Great atmosphere.Y
03/06/2025
An absolutely stunning location, welcoming hosts and warm cosy hostel. A must to visit if you haven't already .Fee Cog
30/05/2025
Great hostel and very welcoming.Yes
19/05/2025
We booked Loch Ossian as rentahostel for a group of friends. It was an absolutely magical weekend - the hostel is comfortable and has everything you need, and is perfectly located for morning coffees in the sun, swimming in the loch, and spotting the incredible wildlife that lives nearby. We brought inflatable pack rafts and really enjoyed paddling around the islands. There are several fantastic walks from the hostel, and the comfort of a cooked meal at the station house restaurant!Jo R
12/05/2025
Probably the best hostel in Scotland, the location is stunning. The hostel is well laid out and very comfy, great atmosphere.Arthur Moody
12/05/2025
Just go and enjoy the almost unique experience.Colin
11/05/2025
A must!David R
11/05/2025
XHolly N
11/05/2025
Fantastic place, great people and great chat!!Yes
10/05/2025
Fantastic ! Loved itKatie
04/05/2025
Fantastic remote hostel with amazing views and a warm kitchen and comfy bunk beds . Perfect place to use as a base for walking up numerous munros .Liz
01/05/2025
Wonderful views, weather, people and hostel which reminded us of Norwegian DNT mountain hutsChris Swift
30/04/2025
CoolYes
28/04/2025
Been 3 times with a group of 20 of us - love it. We'll be back soonJamie
21/04/2025
A great adventureDebbie
11/04/2025
Wonderfull locationThe kitchen can use an update and logistic especially in the morning is not very convenient when the hostel is fully bookedOké
11/04/2025
Absolutely loved my time as Loch Ossian hostel - what a perfect location! A true gem.Katie
11/04/2025
ExceptionalBert
03/04/2025
Met some great likeminded people in a warm and friendly hostel. The steps into the water improved access for taking a dip in the lochNeil King
28/03/2025
Like how hostel's used to be before mobile phones took over everyone's lives. Genuine atmosphere and genuine folkMartin the Lancashire cyclist
27/03/2025
Amazing location and experience regardless of the weather and the host is super friendly and flexible. Thanks!!Yes
22/03/2025
FantasticSteve Clark
22/03/2025
The location was stunning, the hostel was clean, tidy, and comfortable with a log burning fire always ready after a long day walking. Jan the caretaker at the hostel is a fabulous person and so helpful if you have any questions. I will absolutely be coming back again.CaityB
21/03/2025
Great location, host made me feel welcome and explained everything.Neil C
21/03/2025
It was a brilliant stay - a gorgeous location “off the beaten track” providing warmth and welcome and rest after a long day on the hills.Kirsty
21/03/2025
Loch Ossian hostel is a gem. For people who love the opportunity to connect with the natural world..The setting is second to none with views of the mighty Nevis range and many Munros to scale. For path loving low level walkers it is a dream with many easy walks leading to breaking taking views of Glen Coe. For the swimmers Loch Ossian hostel has easy access to the most beautiful of cold water experience with warm showers and warm spaces to help you get cost afterwards. Oh and the stars!Allison Johnston
14/03/2025
Beautiful Location and idyllic hostel localAileen
23/02/2025
Great little hostel with everything you need after days out in the hills - well equipped kitchen, great hot shower. Great atmosphere, easy to mingle with others or get some time for yourself. Drying room would be ideal to have for wet days.Elise
Reasons to visit
Set high on Rannoch Moor and surrounded by Munros, Loch Ossian Youth Hostel is only accessible by rail, bike or on foot. It’s the perfect location to get away from it all and access unspoiled natural beauty by the bucket load.
The rail journey to Loch Ossian Youth Hostel is via the famous West Highland Railway line which takes in the magnificent Glenfinnan Viaduct, famous as the bridge from the Harry Potter films, arriving at Corrour railway station, featured in the original Trainspotting film.
Sitting on the banks of Loch Ossian, with truly exceptional views, this small homely eco-hostel is an excellent base for hill walkers of all abilities, providing fantastic mountain and low level walks from its doorstep.
From the local stag who likes to come and visit, to the 'dark sky' that brings the stars to life, it’s no wonder a stay at Loch Ossian is on so many bucket lists.
Video by kind permission of Ailidh Beaton of Ridgeline Prints
