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Helmsdale Lodge Hostel

2.0 star property
Energize at the gym or find peace in the garden at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel, where rustic charm and modern amenities create a memorable stay.

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Helmsdale Lodge Hostel combines country charm with practical comforts. Guests start their day with a workout in the gym before relaxing in the garden or browsing the library collection. The hostel provides in-room WiFi and convenient luggage storage for a hassle-free stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr

Room options

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Quadruple Room (Family Room)

Quadruple Room (Family Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Smart speaker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Quadruple Room (2 Sets of Adult Bunk Beds)

Quadruple Room (2 Sets of Adult Bunk Beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Smart speaker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Male Share)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Smart speaker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Female Share)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Smart speaker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Helmsdale is home to Helmsdale Lodge Hostel. Timespan Heritage Centre and Clan Gunn Heritage Centre & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Emigrants Monument and Carn Liath. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Helmsdale travel guide
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Map
1 stafford street, Helmsdale, Scotland, KW8 6JR

What's nearby

  • Dunrobin Castle featuring a park, a fountain and heritage elements
    Dunrobin Castle
    31 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Timespan Heritage Centre
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Emigrants Monument
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club
    49 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Glenmorangie Distillery
    53 min drive - 66.1 km

Getting around

  • Helmsdale Station
    8 min walk
  • Wick (WIC)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Mirage
    3 min walk
  • 'Simply The Best' Chip Shop, Helmsdale
    2 min walk
  • Bannockburn Inn
    1 min walk
  • Thyme and Plaice
    2 min walk
  • C Food & Eat
    4 min walk

About this property

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel

Property highlights
A garden, a library and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and a bike repair station
  • Smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel have perks, such as smart speakers, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Guidebooks, local maps and sound-insulated walls
  • Kitchens, smart speakers and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Kitchen

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Helmsdale Hostel
Helmsdale Hostel Helmsdale
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Helmsdale
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Helmsdale

Frequently asked questions

Is Helmsdale Lodge Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel on 10 Apr 2026 start from AU$169, including 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 at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Helmsdale Lodge Hostel located?

Situated in Helmsdale, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Timespan Heritage Centre and Emigrants Monument. Badbea Historical Village Car Park and Brora Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km). Helmsdale Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasnt aware that dogs are allowed Good kitchen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Marie is a fabulous hostess! She was waiting for us outside in the back yard. She even helped unload and carry in the luggage. The room had an ensuite. It was very clean, quiet and comfortable. It is right off the road and so easy to find! The kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful house.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Awesome, freindly hostel.

Friendly welcome and care throughout our stay from Marie. She made sure we had everything we needed. We will be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

The hostel is spotless our rooms were so comfortable the beds were amazing I couldn’t rate it highly enough and Marie is soooo welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Xia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I like here and I will come back in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostel stay

Marie welcoming was excellent, very friendly, informative, helpful Info of things to do are at your fingertips with the books and leaflets
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the high ceilings the communal area the way it was organised and set out. The hostel has a very froendly feel to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022