Helmsdale Hostel
Hostels in Scotland : Independent hostel on the Land's End to John O'Groats route. John O'Groats Trail. NC500 route. Travelling to Orkney.
Helmsdale Hostel, Stafford Street, Helmsdale, Sutherland, KW8 6JR
Call Marie on Marie 07971 922356 or Hostel Office 07927933721
Overview
Reopened in August 2018 after a major refurbishment, Helmsdale Hostel is set in the scenic coastal village of Helmsdale (halfway between Inverness and John O'Groats). The hostel has en suite private rooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a comfortable lounge area with log burning stove plus a large garden with lockable bike shed and bike washdown. On the North Coast 500 and the Land's 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.
Details
Beds & Rooms:
24: 6x4 (en-suite)Open:
Closed due to Covid. Re-opening late March 2021Price per night:
Adults from £26. Children from £15.Dog £10.Ensuite from £70/room.Booking:
Book online, by email or phone. Advance booking is recommended but not always essential.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.Walks:
Long Distance Walks
This accommodation is featured on the following pages
Close to a pub
Dog Friendly
We’re Good to Go
By the Sea
En suite rooms
Bunkhouses and hostels near to pubs
Available for Christmas 2020
Available February Half Term 2021
Land's End to John O Groats on foot
LEJOG Land's End to John O'Groats by bike
Accommodation for Cyclists
Available Easter 2021
Available May Day Bank Holiday 2021
Breakfast available
Private Rooms
Youth Hostels
Eco Hostels
Available to Individuals
Available August Bank Holiday 2021
North Coast 500
Available Autumn Half Term 2020
Available New Year 2021
Facilities
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Latest Blog about Helmsdale Hostel
Scottish Gardens of the Far North
November 4th 2015
We were on a four day expedition to visit the Scottish gardens of the North. The hostel accommodation provided by Helmsdale Hostel was comfortable and fun and the gardens were aglow with colour.
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News & Offers from Helmsdale Hostel
Helmsdale Hostel is planning to re-open in late March 2021.
November 25th 2020
The hostel is open to take enquires and bookings before then.
20% off all future bookings at Helmsdale Hostel if you book direct in the next few months.
September 9th 2020
We are aware that people will be thinking of adventures and holidays for the next year after the difficult last few months. So we are offering an early booking discount of 20% for any bookings made directly with the hostel (by phone or email) before January 2021 for the coming year.
Availability from 1st October 2020 and 20% off all direct bookings
September 3rd 2020
Helmsdale Hostel on the NC500 is available for sole use bookings by up to three households. Book direct by phone or email to get 20% discount. Marie 07971 922356, Hostel Office 07927933721
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