Lochranza
About About this youth hostel
Sitting in an attractive lochside village in the north of the Isle of Arran surrounded by hills, Lochranza 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
Facilities & Services
Season
April to October (RentaHostel available all year)
Reception Hours
07:00-09:00 and 17:00-21:00
Check in
17:00 - 21:00
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
31/03/2025
Clean, well run hostel with great facilities.Oscar
31/03/2025
Clean, well run hostel with great facilities.Oscar
31/03/2025
I stayed at Lochranza during a cycle tour up the west coast. Friendly warden, clean hostel with good facilities, pub nearby!Neil A
31/03/2025
I stayed at Lochranza during a cycle tour up the west coast. Friendly warden, clean hostel with good facilities, pub nearby!Neil A
20/02/2025
A great hostel in a stunning location. Clean, comfortable, friendly and with great views.Henry Bell
20/02/2025
A great hostel in a stunning location. Clean, comfortable, friendly and with great views.Henry Bell
14/02/2025
Ted who looks after this hostel couldn't have been more welcoming to our big group even though we were arriving in dribs and drabs throughout the day. So many of the friends who came said they couldn't wait to come back and stay, and I think we were all really impressed by the standard of the accommodation. I think it also offered fantastic value for money.yes
14/02/2025
Ted who looks after this hostel couldn't have been more welcoming to our big group even though we were arriving in dribs and drabs throughout the day. So many of the friends who came said they couldn't wait to come back and stay, and I think we were all really impressed by the standard of the accommodation. I think it also offered fantastic value for money.yes
20/10/2024
GreatAlan Seywright
20/10/2024
GreatAlan Seywright
18/10/2024
An astoundingly beautiful locationLhk
18/10/2024
An astoundingly beautiful locationLhk
17/10/2024
Amazing location, beautiful, clean building, and a lovely, professional team.YES
17/10/2024
Amazing location, beautiful, clean building, and a lovely, professional team.YES
17/10/2024
Great 2 days as part of a mini break. Wildlife and scenery on doorstep (stag at the side of the road on way back from pub!- much nicer stag do!)Smileys NI
17/10/2024
Great 2 days as part of a mini break. Wildlife and scenery on doorstep (stag at the side of the road on way back from pub!- much nicer stag do!)Smileys NI
13/10/2024
Just a brilliant base to explore and discover Arran fromChris Packman and Lynn Baines
13/10/2024
Just a brilliant base to explore and discover Arran fromChris Packman and Lynn Baines
09/10/2024
Thanks to Robbie and the rest of the hostel team for another great stay. Already planning my next visit on spring 2025 :-)Ian M
09/10/2024
Thanks to Robbie and the rest of the hostel team for another great stay. Already planning my next visit on spring 2025 :-)Ian M
09/10/2024
Thanks to Robbie and the rest of the hostel team for another great stay. Already planning my next visit on spring 2025 :-)Ian M
06/10/2024
It was a really nice stay! The staff was welcoming, the rooms were clean, and the atmosphere was relaxed. The location made it easy to explore the area. Definitely a great spot for a budget-friendly, comfortable stay!Yash Talati
06/10/2024
It was a really nice stay! The staff was welcoming, the rooms were clean, and the atmosphere was relaxed. The location made it easy to explore the area. Definitely a great spot for a budget-friendly, comfortable stay!Yash Talati
01/10/2024
I love that you know what to expect when staying at an SYHA hostel … great standard. It's like coming home to the same bed sheets ;)Nan G.
01/10/2024
I love that you know what to expect when staying at an SYHA hostel … great standard. It's like coming home to the same bed sheets ;)Nan G.
27/09/2024
A friendly, comfortable and well-equipped hostel in an absolutely stunning location. There can't be many hostels with stags outside the kitchen window while you're eating breakfast! It's really handy for the Lochranza ferry terminal too.Ang
27/09/2024
A friendly, comfortable and well-equipped hostel in an absolutely stunning location. There can't be many hostels with stags outside the kitchen window while you're eating breakfast! It's really handy for the Lochranza ferry terminal too.Ang
27/09/2024
A friendly, comfortable and well-equipped hostel in an absolutely stunning location. There can't be many hostels with stags outside the kitchen window while you're eating breakfast! It's really handy for the Lochranza ferry terminal too.Ang
24/09/2024
Perfect location, close to ferry.A well run, clean and comfortable hostel with great facilities. Excellent value for money.Derek Treks Britain
24/09/2024
Perfect location, close to ferry.A well run, clean and comfortable hostel with great facilities. Excellent value for money.Derek Treks Britain
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!
