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Braemar Youth Hostel

Property class: 3

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Braemar Youth Hostel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is ￥12,537
￥15,044 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28

Room options

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A room with bunk beds, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window and curtains.

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A small, cozy room with two wooden beds, each with a blue and yellow patterned pillow. A small wooden nightstand with a lamp is between the beds.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a bedside lamp.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a bedside lamp.

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

A bunk bed with a blue mattress and patterned pillows.

Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A bunk bed with a blue mattress and patterned pillows.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a blue mattress and patterned pillows.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Ballater is home to Braemar Youth Hostel. Balmoral Castle and Braemar Highland Games Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Linn O' Dee. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Ballater travel guide
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AB35 5YQ, Scotland, Ballater, 21 Glenshee Road

What's nearby

  • A snowy mountain landscape with two skiers descending a slope.
    Cairngorms National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A large stone pyramid surrounded by a forest.
    Balmoral Castle
    17 min drive - 18.6 km
  • A snowy mountain landscape with a wooden fence in the foreground.
    Glenshee Ski Centre
    19 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Braemar Golf Club
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Braemar Highland Games Centre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)
    87 min drive

Restaurants

  • Farquesons Bar
    4 min walk
  • The Invercauld Mews Bar
    4 min walk
  • The Flying Stag
    5 min walk
  • Bertie’s Bar
    5 min walk
  • The Bothy
    4 min walk

About this property

Braemar Youth Hostel

  • Property highlights
  • Braemar Youth Hostel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hostel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and an electric bike charging station
    • Luggage storage and secured bicycle storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Braemar Youth Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and toilet paper
    • Communal kitchens and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday to Sunday (7:00 AM – 10:00 AM), Sunday to Thursday (5:00 PM – 9:30 PM), and Friday to Saturday (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 21 and December 31.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Frequently asked questions

Is Braemar Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Braemar Youth Hostel?

As of Sep 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Braemar Youth Hostel on Sep 27, 2026 start from ￥12,537, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Braemar Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Braemar Youth Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Braemar Youth Hostel located?

Situated in Ballater, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Braemar Golf Club and Braemar Highland Games Centre. Braemar Castle is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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