Helmsdale Hostel

Currently closed. Reopening May 2018. Set in the scenic coastal village of Helmsdale (halfway between Inverness and John O’Groats), the hostel offers spacious en suite accommodation including fully equipped kitchen and comfortable lounge area with log burning stove plus a large garden area. On the main Land’s NC500 and Lands End to John O’Groats route, the hostel is popular with ?end to enders’ and walkers exploring the Far North Marilyn hills such as Morven and Scaraben. An ideal stop when travelling to and from Orkney and great location for beach walks, archaeology, geology, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing, bird and wildlife watching. Dogs welcome on request. Groups welcome, discount for sole use.

This accommodation is featured on our map of North East Highlands of Scotland and here is its own website.

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07971 516287 or 07971 922356

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Rooms & Beds:

24: 6×4

Open:

Re-opening May 2018

Price per night:

Adults from £22. Children from £14. En suite rooms from £60.

Booking:

Advance booking not essential – book on line, by email or phone.

Submaps:

Ex Youth Hostel, North Coast 500

Directions:

The hostel is situated on the corner of the A9 and Old Caithness Road. From bus: walk up the slope for 100 metres. The hostel is after the old church on your left. (200 metres). From train: Cross over the old bridge, turn right along Dunrobin Street, then left up Stafford Street. Hostel is 200m up the slope on the left.

Public Transport:

Helmsdale is served by the City Link bus service and is on the railway line from Inverness to Thurso.

News & Offers

Outdoor adventures at Helmsdale Hostel

03/02/2018

Receive a warm friendly welcome at Helmsdale Hostel in the perfect location for an adventurous outdoor holiday!

Receive a warm friendly welcome at Helmsdale Hostel in the perfect location for an adventurous outdoor holiday! With the scenic North Coast 500 route- named by the media Scotland’s own route 66, due to the scenery, famous landmarks, and culture; the iconic long distance cycling route, Land’s End John O’Groats; and the marvellous Marilyn Hill’s to hike you’re all set for an adventure of your life!

Helmsdale Hostel will reopen in June 2018

03/10/2017

Helmsdale Hostel, famous as the last nights on Lejog, Lands End to John O’Groats cycle ride.

Helmsdale Hostel will be reopening May 2018. Famous as the last nights on Lejog, Lands End to John O’Groats cycle ride, Helmsdale Hostel has been undergoing sustainable refurbishments. Developments include sustainable and renewable energy heating and water system. Thank you everyone who is getting in touch with booking enquiries. The hostel is very much looking forward to hosting again.

Hostel will reopen on the Lands End to John O’Groats cycle ride.

20/06/2017

Helmsdale Hostel, famous as the last nights stop on Lejog, will reopen.

Helmsdale Hostel, famous as the last nights stop on Lejog, is undergoing sustainable refurbishments. Things are progressing well but taking a bit longer than anticipated. Development will include sustainable and renewable energy heating and water systems, since the ethos of Helmsdale Hostel is to protect and respect our natural environment. Thank you everyone who is getting in touch with booking enquirys. The hostel is very much looking forward to reopening pending the necessary works. Helmsdale Hostel is the perfect last nights rest before reaching the end of the journey on the Lands End to John O’Groats cycle ride.

Contact Helmsdale Hostel:

07971 516287 or 07971 922356Message View website

Hostels in Scotland : Independent hostel on the Land's End to John O'Groats route.