Portree
About About this youth hostel ....
Located in the heart of Portree, capital of the Isle of Skye, and one of Scotland’s most popular destinations, Portree Youth Hostel sits in a natural harbour, surrounded by hills and offers a range of accommodation from small private en-suites to spacious shared dorms, some with magnificent sea views. All rooms have USB charging points and most have individual bed lights.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include: a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, a small, cosy lounge with stunning views over the Sound of Rassay, a laundry and drying room. Basic provisions, confectionery and soft drinks are available to purchase at reception.
There is a large long-stay car park nearby which is free between the hours of 8pm - 8am. Outside these times charges apply, ranging from £1 for 2 hours to £4.50 for 12 hours.
Please note: Accommodation at this hostel is on 3 different levels and there is no lift.
‘Wee Breakfast’ available (Please remember to pre-book).
The hostel is also available for exclusive private rental.
Why stay?
- Fantastic seafront location with magnificent views
- Friendly team with expert local knowledge
- Excellent public transport links with many local attractions within easy reach
- Wide range of shops, galleries and sightseeing boat trips nearby
For more information on the hostel, accessibility and the local area please click here
Portree Youth Hostel
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Facilities & Services
Season
Open all year
Reception Hours
08:00-10:00 and 16:00-22:00
Check in
16:00 - 22:00
Check out
By 10:00
Access Hours
Late arrivals and access outside opening hours available by prior arrangement
Amenities
Free Wifi
En Suite Rooms
Lounge Area
Laundry Room
Secure Lockers
Shopping Nearby
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Private Rooms
Family Rooms
Catering
Drying Room
Towel Hire
Access with limited mobility
Parking - Charges Apply (nearby or onsite)
Guest Reviews
25/07/2024
Perfect location to enjoy the beauty of SkyeFabian
20/07/2024
The view from room 5 is great, overall very clean place. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is pretty chill.Patchesus
19/07/2024
The hostel is very nice and well located, close to Portree Square. The staff is very helpful. The rooms quite comfortable. I spent just one night, but would definitely come back.Sanny
15/07/2024
Very nice hostel. Great location. Kitchen well equipped.
13/07/2024
Good place, nice peopleAnabel
07/07/2024
Good location in a beautiful spot of the world.Guest Review
07/07/2024
I had an amazing stay, the hostel is clean and comfortable. The views and lounge area are the best part.Alejandra Flores
23/06/2024
The hostel provided us with exactly what we needed.It was super clean and the staff very accommidating. Also the ability to check in later due to the last ferry service to Uig was really appreciated.Hebridian Island Hop 2024
23/06/2024
Very pleasant one night stay. We arrived early after being caught in some nasty weather backpacking and the staff showed us where we could shower and. Ha he into dry clothes before our room was ready. We were able to do our laundry, relax after hot showers, and walk to a restaurant in the square for dinner. Breakfast was very simple but all the basics you need to get your day started!Clwhitsit
18/06/2024
Great location to stay in PortreeSF
14/06/2024
Your hostel in Portree is an excellent accommodation option on Skye.María Dolores
09/06/2024
Enjoyed our stay and very relaxingDavid
08/06/2024
Steps from the bus, restaurants, and down the short street to the harbor. This is central, and detached with 3 levels of accomodation. The double with a tv and kettle was pleasant. Would go again. .Diane and #SpiritTravels
01/06/2024
Neat and pleasant. Best hostel ever!sori
31/05/2024
Great location for walking the Skye TrailJane
12/05/2024
Very comfortable stayGuest Review
05/05/2024
Lovely stay..Guest Review
04/05/2024
Excellent location. Staff friendly. Economical. Great harbor views.Janella Sykes
03/05/2024
Overall stay was fantastic!Guest Review
02/05/2024
Had a wonderful stay here, the view was magical, the beds comfy, the bathroom so clean and so was the kitchen ! The breakfast was more than enough ! Loved it !Melyssa Cougouille
27/04/2024
Absolutely lovely hostel. The staff here create such a warm welcoming atmosphere. The kitchens and bathrooms are kept clean. The beds are very comfortable and the room I was in was very spacious. Also great showers! Everything you want from a hostel.Court
13/04/2024
Good location. I stayed in a private room with the wonderful view. Wort for the money. Staff was nice and helpful.Monthira
12/04/2024
Amazing place, atmosphere and serviceGalyna
20/01/2024
Pleasant modern building, common room very attractive decorative lights on ceiling, houseplants nice furniture and lovely view of Sgurr nan GillianHandy for town centre facilities, helping friendly staffGuest Review
06/01/2024
Nice staff, nice environmentOpeyemi
02/10/2023
Pleasant hostel, friendly and helpful staff, clean and well-organized kitchen.
01/10/2023
After a long stressful day of travelling, we felt instantly welcomed by our host. Was a great stay in a beautiful part of the world.Guest Review
22/09/2023
Great hostel and Ken was fabulous. Nothing was too much trouble.Guest Review
20/09/2023
Lovely hostel in great location, right in the heart of Portree. Bed cosy and comfy. Would stay here again if in the area.Sarah
20/09/2023
A warm welcome and very helpfull and friendly staff especiallly by Ken who allways had time to chat The kitchen can be busy at times The heating in room to hot Shower was good constant warm water unlike other hostelsPaul
Reasons to visit
Home to twelve Munros, including the famous Black Cuillin range with the Inaccessible Pinnacle, Skye is the ultimate playground for the outdoor enthusiast. But there's another side to Skye which includes its world-class restaurants, art studios, castles and crofting museums which chart the tumultuous history of its people from clan battles to the Highland Clearances. Skye is captivating on so many levels.
From the Old Man of Storr to Kilt Rock with its spectacular waterfall cascading into the sea. Follow the dinosaur footprints at low tide on Staffin Beach or head to the Quiraing, an iconic landscape made famous by films such as King Arthur Legend of the Sword, Prometheus, The BFG and Game of Thrones.
Nature lovers can go otter spotting in the harbour or take a boat trip to look out for the sea eagles, porpoises and seals that live off the coast. Travel to Waternish and take a boat trip to St Kilda, famous as the UK's only UNESCO world heritage site and home to nearly a million seabirds including the UK's largest colony of Atlantic Puffins.
Other attractions include:
- The Aros Centre
- The Fairy Glen
- Apothecary's Tower
- Neist Point
- Dunvegan Castle
- Dun Beag