The Lochside Hostel

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Consider a stay at The Lochside Hostel and take advantage of a corner/local shop, a terrace and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

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About the area

Inverness is home to The Lochside Hostel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Loch Ness and Allt na Criche, while Clansman Centre and Drum Farm Gallery Gift Shop are cultural highlights. Visit our Inverness travel guide
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The Lochside Hostel, Altsigh, Inverness, Scotland, IV63 7YD

What's nearby

  • A historic castle on a grassy hill overlooking a large body of water.
    Loch Ness
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A historic castle ruin by a lake with a grassy hill and a stone pathway.
    Urquhart Castle
    18 min drive - 17.2 km
  • A historic church with Gothic architecture, surrounded by trees and a well-lit street at dusk.
    Inverness Cathedral
    45 min drive - 49.6 km
  • A historic castle on a hill with a river in the foreground.
    Inverness Castle
    47 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
    18 min drive - 20.8 km

Getting around

  • Beauly Station
    27 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Glenmoriston Arms Hotel
    4 min drive
  • Waterfall Cafe
    29 min drive
  • Glen Rowan Café
    4 min drive
  • Craigdarroch Inn
    30 min drive
  • The Brasserie
    7 min drive

About this property

The Lochside Hostel

  • Hostel near Loch Ness
  • You can look forward to a corner/local shop, a terrace and a garden at The Lochside Hostel. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and smoke-free property
    • A front desk safe, a billiards/pool table and barbecues
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Lochside Hostel offer amenities, such as safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and hairdryers
    • Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Lochside Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lochside Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Lochside Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Lochside Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Lochside Hostel located?

Situated in Inverness, this hostel is steps from Loch Ness and within 6 mi (10 km) of Clog and Craft Shop and Highland Institute for Contemporary Art. Urquhart Castle and Allt na Criche are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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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Reviews

The Lochside Hostel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent hostel. The staff were friendly and helpful. There were beautiful views of Loch Ness. The rooms were clean. Strongly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant

Fantastic, very friendly and pleasant people
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow and Excellent. I will be back for sure. Just great. I only stayed here for 1 night but I enjoyed my stay here. It was super friendly, calming and tranquil but very sociable. The people at checkin and checkout we’re great and friendly. The dorms themselves very comfortable. Also the beds have 2 pillows not 1 and this is a bonus. Considering many dorms I stayed have only 1. The views and position of Hostel is remarkable. Just fantastic. The continental breakfast at only £3.50 in the morning was great and prepared me for the day. 10/10!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très bel auberge de jeunesse. Avec un très bon accueil. Dans un emplacement paradisiaque. Tous les services nécessaire sont disponible à l’auberge de jeunesse.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

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

lake-side hostel

Nice lake-side hostel in a quiet nature area. The rooms have a lot of beds. I'd appreciate courtesy curtains for privacy. Each bed has a private light and several plugs for charging items. There is little furniture in the room which causes a lof of stuff to lay around. Maybe some small shelves? Bedsheets are soft and warm. Parking is on-site. Wifi works decently well There is a large common room with large kitchen. Its a good option for large groups. Thery have basic food items for sale and a paid breakfast. This is nice because there are no stores around. Showers are shared. Clean. Staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lochside hostel

Very comfortable night, reception very friendly. Lovely private Lochside beach. Well stocked tuc shop and equipped kitchen. Breakfast expensive for what it is
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Friendly, welcoming with best view of Loch Ness

A great place to stop, broke up our journey from Fort William to Elgin. Staff were really kind and welcoming, breakfast was great value (lots for £3.50). Make sure you bring food with you, as there is no shop for miles. Definitely have a dip in the lake by the private beach, the 10km loop walk out the back of the hostel is dreamy and worth a wander even if you only get to the waterfall. The kitchen is a good size and the communal area / dining room has lots of books, games and a pool table that is free to use, along with the BEST view.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location, second time we have stayed there
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Een geweldige plek waar je snel thuis voelt op een geweldige locatie iedereen is vriendelijk en behulpzaam
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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

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Skønt sted med en dejlig atmosfære . Pænt og rent . Et sted som kun kan anbefales .
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Short trip

Very nice location, friendly atmosphere and staff! They gave me tips on what activities I can do and which bus to take and which time. Iconic living room next to the lake which in the morning is becoming your breakfast area! Awesome :-)
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very fun place to stay. Staff was friendly and helpful, and the location is beautiful. Excellent hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021