Fraoch Lodge - Hostel

4.0 star property
Upscale hostel in Boat of Garten with free breakfast
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Front of property
Property grounds
Standard Triple Room, Private Bathroom
Free daily continental breakfast
Standard Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Bathroom
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Deshar Road, Boat of Garten, Scotland, PH24 3BN
  • Popular LocationBoat of Garten Golf Club11 min walk
  • Popular LocationStrathspey Steam Railway9 min drive
  • Popular LocationLoch Morlich13 min drive
  • AirportAberdeen (ABZ)114 min drive
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Room options

Standard Twin Room (Capercaillie)

Highlights

Shower/bath combination
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room (Black Sheep)

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Standard Double Room (Thistle)

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Boat of Garten

Fraoch Lodge - Hostel is located in Boat of Garten. Boat of Garten Golf Club and Carrbridge Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairngorms National Park and Loch Garten Osprey Centre. Landmark Forest Adventure Park and Speyside Wildlife are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.

What's nearby

  • Boat of Garten Golf Club - 11 min walk
  • Loch Garten Osprey Centre - 5 min drive
  • Strathspey Steam Railway - 9 min drive
  • Loch Morlich - 13 min drive
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Aviemore Station - 9 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Luxury Woodland Lodges at Macdonald Aviemore Resort - 9 min drive
  • Cheese & Tomatin - 8 min drive
  • Ski Ing Doo Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Cafe Mambo - 8 min drive
  • Route 7 Café - 7 min drive

About this property

Fraoch Lodge - Hostel

Upscale hostel
Consider a stay at Fraoch Lodge - Hostel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden and free babysitting. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Barbecues and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Fraoch Lodge - Hostel include amenities, such as free WiFi.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Free babysitting

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1903
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 21 2022 to December 31 2023 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 25.0

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Fraoch Lodge Boat of Garten
Fraoch Boat of Garten
Fraoch Lodge Boat Of Garten Scotland
Fraoch Lodge
Fraoch Hostel Boat Of Garten
Fraoch Lodge - Hostel Boat of Garten
Fraoch Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Fraoch Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Fraoch Lodge - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

Does Fraoch Lodge - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Fraoch Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host/hostess extremely friendly. The evening meals superb and took extra note of my diet requirements. My room was fine but no chair or place to hang damp towel to dry out. The room was in an annexe and I had to go outside to access all amenities - lounge, dining room, guests’ kitchen. No kettle in the room so this kitchen was essential for out of hours cuppa. Very minor complaints all forgiven due to service and meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice proprietors, so-so accommodations
Probably other rooms that this YOUTH HOSTEL (not hotel, not lodge) offers were better than ours. We definitely did not overpay, and got what we paid for. Very nice proprietors as I mentioned and great location, but keep in mind that even some box wine has a really nice label.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fraoch Lodge
Rebecca and Andy were very friendly and accommodating. I was able to get a good early breakfast before leaving for work. The room was clean and had plenty of cupboard space. With the weather being so good, there was no need to use the drying room. The area was a great place to go for an evening walk, with the Boat Inn offering good food.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly place
The host was very accommodating and friendly. We got a room on the upper floor. The place was clean and the beds were comfortable but the room was cold, the heater doesn't warm up the room that well and the shower area was really small. The dining area was warm and cozy with a good nice view of the outside especially when it snowed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angie, Johnshaven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice accommodation with opportunity to be self catering as well, with shared kitchen. Very close to all the walking we wanted to do, with a nice wee basic local shop as well, very close by. Would love to stay during the Winter months and experience the lovely stove burning away in the living/dining area. The only thing I was disappointed about was the unavailability of a cooked breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very unique lodge! Easy come and go as you please& very good breakfast! Could use some new mattresses in room we were in. Mirror in bed area needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Received great local information.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Very Good for hiking Lovely village............................ ..........
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely B&B, the staff were really friendly and the facilities were great, particularly the kitchen area for guests to use. Great location with lots of local walks and places to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018