Aite Cruinnichidh
Close to Fort William, Aite Cruinnichidh sits in a sheltered spot next to Monessie Gorge. Perfect for exploring nearby unique & secluded placesAite Cruinnichidh, 1 Achluachrach, By Roy Bridge, Near Fort William, PH31 4AW
Call Gavin or Nicola on 01397 712315
Country hotel welcoming individuals and groups
Àite Cruinnichidh, 15 miles northeast of Fort William, occupies a unique sheltered spot adjacent to the Monessie Gorge where you can explore remote glens, mountain passes and lochs.There are numerous walks easily accessible from the hostel and seven magnificent canoeing rivers within 20 miles. The location is ideal for climbing (rock and ice), mountain biking, skiing or just relaxing.
A warm, peaceful, friendly, country hostel in a converted barn, Àite Cruinnichidh sleeps 28 in eight rooms with all bedding supplied in simple accommodation. The hostel has a fully equipped kitchen/dining room, sitting room, excellent showers, sauna suite and garden. There is a good selection of maps, board games, magazines, books and a small reading room. No TV and, although the hostel has WiFi, guests are encouraged to socialise and enjoy the natural environment that the hostel has to offer. Advice available on walking/cycling routes.
Groups and individuals welcome. No wheelchair facilities but glad to accommodate people with disabilities.
This accommodation is featured on our map of North East Highlands of Scotland and here is its own website.
Details
Beds & Rooms:
28: 1x6, 4x4, 1x twin, 1x double, 1x family/double en suite.Open:
All year. At present vacate the hostel between 10.30-3.30 for cleaning.Price per night:
Beds in a 4 bed room £22pp. Twin room £25pp. Double room £27pp. Double/en suite £30pp.Booking:
Booking is advised. For group bookings we ask for a 50% deposit. At present we are not asking for deposits from small bookings but full payment seven days prior to arrival.Directions:
From Spean Bridge take A86 to Roy Bridge. Go though village and continue for 2 miles. Hostel is on right 100m after Glenspean Lodge Hotel on the opposite side of the A86 main.Public Transport :
Roy Bridge train station( West Highland line ) & bus stop (2 miles) has several connections to Fort William daily. Pick up from Roy Bridge, if we can, with advance notice. At present we are not offering this service (Covid).Walks :
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This accommodation is available at the following peak times
Available August Bank Holiday 2022 Available Autumn Half Term 2022 Available February Half Term 2023 Available Easter 2023 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2023 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2023Facilities
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News & Offers from Aite Cruinnichidh
Winter in the Scottish Highlands can be breathtaking. Snow capped mountains and crystal clear lochs.
September 3rd 2020
Come and enjoy a taste of a Highland winter. Àite Cruinnichidh has availability throughout winter 2021.
If you wish to book the hostel for exclusive use, the cost is £260 a night for up to ten guests. An additional £22 per person up to a maximum of fourteen. Come and explore this beautiful area. If the night is clear, the night sky is beautiful, as we have no light pollution.
Escape for half term to the Highlands and base yourselves at Àite Cruinnichidh
January 18th 2020
We have private and family rooms available If you are looking to try out skiing the hostel, is well placed for Aonach Mor. Lots of good walks in Lochaber.
Àite Cruinnichidh is well placed for skiing and walking. The Ice Factor provides an indoor winter climbing experience and the 3 Wise Monkeys is an indoor climbing centre in the middle of Fort William.
Get to know a stranger over breakfast
May 2nd 2019
At Aite Cruinnichdh hostel in the highlands, guests get to know each other and share experiences.
We like out guests to socialise in the true tradition of hostel accommodation. Its great to talk to one another, share experiences and to enjoy the natural environment that the hostel has to offer.
Aite Cruinnichdh does not have a TV but does have WIfi and a vast supply of board games and cards. There is a small reading room with a good selection of magazine and books.
Latest Blog about Aite Cruinnichidh
Roy Bridge : Hope for Snow
April 27th 2016
We aimed for Roy Bridge fifteen miles north east of Fort William. We based ourselves in Aite Cruinnichidh (the gathering place) close to the Monessie Gorge.
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