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Blackwater Hostel and Campsite

2.0 star property
Travelers stay connected with complimentary in-room WiFi while enjoying practical amenities like convenient luggage storage at this welcoming hostel

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Blackwater Hostel and Campsite offers guests free WiFi access directly from their rooms. Visitors can store their bags safely, purchase snacks from the on-site vending machine, or relax while watching television in the communal lobby area.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (4 bed bunk room)

Free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room, Ensuite (4 bed bunk room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Room, Ensuite (8 bed bunk room)

Room, Ensuite (8 bed bunk room)

Room, Ensuite (8 bed bunk room)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Ensuite (3 bed bunk room)

Free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Ensuite (3 bed bunk room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Comfort Quadruple Room

Comfort Quadruple Room

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Kinlochleven is home to Blackwater Hostel and Campsite. The Ice Factor and Pixel Spirits Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Loch Leven and Glencoe Lochan. Lochaber Leisure Centre and Highland Soaps are also worth visiting. Visit our Kinlochleven travel guide
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Blackwater Hostel Lab Road, Kinlochleven, Scotland, PH50 4SG

What's nearby

  • Just after you drive through Glen Coe you come to the Loch this is near Ballachulish, an amazing drive evry turn in the road presents photo oppertunities. I just loved the reflections
    Loch Leven
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
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    Glencoe Mountain Resort
    30 min drive - 38.2 km
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    Inverlochy Castle
    41 min drive - 45.9 km
  • The Ice Factor
    3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Glen Coe Visitor Centre
    14 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Bridge Of Orchy Station
    36 min drive
  • Inverness (INV)
    156 min drive

Restaurants

  • Clachaig Inn
    13 min drive
  • Boots Bar (within Clachaig Inn)
    13 min drive
  • The Bothy Bar
    16 min walk
  • Crafts & Things
    9 min drive
  • The Tailrace Inn
    8 min walk

About this property

Blackwater Hostel and Campsite

Property highlights
Blackwater Hostel and Campsite provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a vending machine
  • A TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Blackwater Hostel and Campsite offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • A pet fee will be charged
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Blackwater Hostel Kinlochleven
Blackwater Hostel and Campsite Kinlochleven
Blackwater Hostel and Campsite Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackwater Hostel and Campsite pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. A fee applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Blackwater Hostel and Campsite?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blackwater Hostel and Campsite on 14 Mar 2026 start from AU$128, 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 Blackwater Hostel and Campsite?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blackwater Hostel and Campsite?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Blackwater Hostel and Campsite?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blackwater Hostel and Campsite located?

Situated in Kinlochleven, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Ice Factor and Loch Leven. Glencoe Lochan and Glencoe Folk Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Blackwater Hostel and Campsite Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and the staff that greet us was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Ideal for walkers

Clean, comfortable and well-equipped hostel. Ideal for WHW walkers. Close to the village but in a pleasant spot by the river. Tea and coffee provided.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good hostel but a bit dated. Clean and friendly staff. Great location. Room didn’t even have a table to put things down on, which seems small but the room was just really impractical. I would stay again but they need to put a bit more thought into their rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a fabulous hostel with excellent self-catering facilities, and an amazing location - ideal for those walking the west highland way in particular. The one single negative is that the ladders on the bunk beds have very narrow steps which makes it quite painful on bare feet to climb up and down.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to town after the West Hoghland walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spent one night here, was a pleasant stop on the way.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes I’d use it again as I’ve been there many times over the years. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
It’s a nice stop for backpackers along the journey. It’s in a small town with not a lot to do
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t disappoint
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mirko

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room reeked of urine. Several disgusting items under bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
El personal es atento y amable, la cocina y comedor para compartir están limpias y bien equipadas. No me gusto que la habitación era excesivamente austera, una sola silla, nada de armario o estanterías mas allá de unas perchas, en el aseo ni siquiera había donde dejar el neceser.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fung Ming Monita

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cécilia

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chih Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

M

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jianyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024