Lochranza
About About this youth hostel ....
Sitting in an attractive lochside village in the north of the Isle of Arran surrounded by hills, this four star VisitScotland accredited youth hostel offers a wide range of accommodation from comfortable private en-suite rooms to spacious shared dorms, all with individual lockers and bedside lights.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a large, well-equipped self-catering kitchen, two cosy lounges both with views over the loch, a laundry and drying room, secure cycle store for up to ten bikes and free onsite parking. The excellent washroom facilities are all equipped with hairdryers and basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
Lochranza 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) 1770 830 631 to check availability. There is a small charge of £7.50 per night for your dog when staying in our hostels.
‘Wee Breakfast’ and 'Heat it and eat it' evening meals available (Please remember to pre-book your breakfast).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Lochranza Youth Hostel
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Facilities & Services
Season
April to October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:30-10:00 and 17:00-21:30
Check in
17:00 - 21:30
Check out
By 10:00
Access Hours
Hostel opening times 07:00-22:00 and after 22:00 by keycard entry
Amenities
Pet Dogs Welcome
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Catering Available (Breakfast Only)
Lounge/TV Room
Towel Hire
Luggage Store
Free Parking (nearby or onsite)
Free Wifi
En Suite Rooms
Suitable for Groups
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Laundry Room
Drying Room
Bike Store
Guest Reviews
18/07/2024
GoodG
18/07/2024
Lochranza YH is in awesome location, is great value for money, has a chilled vibe, is nice and clean, really civilised, the £6 breakfast is perfect, place is warm and most importantly it's dry and midgie free (indoors)BruceGee
17/07/2024
The perfect location to stay on Arran!Fred
15/07/2024
Great location, good facilities and friendly staff.Derek and Olena
13/07/2024
Comfortable friendly hostel and great base for hill and coast walkingAlistair
12/07/2024
Lovely location, warm welcome.Guest Review
11/07/2024
Great place for a quiet break, helpful staff, great kitchen and loungeJohn Campbell
10/07/2024
Perfect location and all the facilities we could needGuest Review
09/07/2024
100% perfect Highland-experienceNonjancker
05/07/2024
Brilliant location for accessing North Arran!Guest Review
05/07/2024
Easy to go to , even in bus. The staff is welcoming and available for any request, I highly recommand this youth hostel!Julie
05/07/2024
My visit to Lochranza was inspired by Kay Gillespie (@thechaoticscot) who shared her Arran adventure on Instagram. From the moment I stepped off the ferry, I saw how beautiful it was here - and the Lochranza YHA was the perfect base for my adventures. I loved walking along the road past the beautiful castle ruins and exploring the rocky shore, and having a comfortable bed waiting for me at the hostel afterwards.Summer
03/07/2024
Nice placeBeautiful viewJes
02/07/2024
Very helpful staff.Guest Review
29/06/2024
The lochranza hostel was great , amazing friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The facilities were fantastic.. kitchen was brilliant , clean organised and had everything you needed. We lived our stay hereSharon Broughton
24/06/2024
Perfect stop over on cycle routeTracey
20/06/2024
Great staff, hostel and location, lots to do in the area, easy public transport to other parts of the island. A wee gem.John Campbell
13/06/2024
Good value for money!Holly Wynne
07/06/2024
Loved that there are vegan options for the wee breakfast!! Sunflower 'butter', oat milk, and soy yogurt. Thank you! Staff were so amenable, and the place was spotless! The only thing that would have made this better was a gas fireplace or blankets in the lounge areas, we were cold!Hayley Ryerson
06/06/2024
Amazing location, comfortable and friendly hostel.Jay Forest
05/06/2024
One of the best hostels. Location and the charakter of the historic house are just wonderful. Perfect to explore North of Arran and tackle the hillsAnja
04/06/2024
Don't miss an opportunity to stay here.Bjwalls
03/06/2024
This is a great hostel in a fabulous position with helpful staff. The facilities are excellent, but bike storage could do with a bit of improvement since the hostel is heavily used by cyclists.Tony
03/06/2024
This was a great hostel, my private room had comfortable beds and a large ensuite bathroom. The kitchen contained everything needed for a self catering stay. The location is excellent and the views from the hostel are truly beautiful. Would definitely use this as a base again when visiting the stunning Isle of Arran.Merryl
03/06/2024
Excellent location and facilities with a friendly staff.John I
25/05/2024
Perfect accomodation in a fantastic locationDC
22/05/2024
Lovely stay, clean and comfortable. Walking distance to castle.Sarah
20/05/2024
Great locationAg
20/05/2024
Friendly helpful staff and comfortable beds.Neil
18/05/2024
An unmissable experience - truly magicalChristine Ryden
Reasons to visit
Often referred to as Scotland in miniature, Arran is a popular place to enjoy the great outdoors with a number of activities on offer including hill walking, mountain biking and cycling, pony-trekking, fishing, golfing and water sports.
The youth hostel sits on the Cock of Arran trail, a beautifully scenic low level trek offering stunning views of the surrounding area. The hostel garden is a great spot for local wildlife. Regular visitors include red deer, red squirrels and golden eagles, with grey seals and otters often seen in the bay.
The local deer that populate the hillsides surrounding the youth hostel can often be found wandering across the beach close to the hostel after dark.
The hostel is within easy walking distance of the local Lochranza Distillery which offers a range of tours and even the chance to sample a wee dram!