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Reviews of Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel 3 stars

Recharn, Achmelvich, Sutherland, Achmelvich, IV27 4JB, United Kingdom

#2 of 3 hotels in Achmelvich

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 154 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    An absolutely beautiful part of Scotland well worth visiting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The car park can get really busy on a hot day. If your expecting a 5 star hotel, this is not for you.

    The location is remote but stunning. The youth hostel is small but well equipped and the couple running it were so nice.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Female staff member was not very welcoming. Just matter-of-fact. Not the usual personality for a hostel.

    Great privacy curtain. Comfortable beds. Shower was great.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The person who greeted us was so friendly and made us feel very welcome. Accommodation spotlessly clean and had a nice shared kitchen area which was well equipped. Showers and toilets super clean. Bedding so comfy, the duvet was incredible. I also liked that each bunk bed had its own section of room and curtain to give a bit of privacy. So close to the beach!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great family room. Great communal facilities and beautiful location. Staff very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    8.0
    Worth to go
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Basic breakfast

    Good privacy in the shared bedrooms. In front of the beach, complete silence at night. Welcoming staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small common space, no WiFi, paid parking, shower/toilets outside - we had to walk outside in the rain to reach it

    Location close to the beach, comfortable private room for our family

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great set up, cosy

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Broken shower

    Location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    8.0
    we loved he location and friendly atmosphere
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    i thought the cost for one night for 3 people and a dog was on the steep side

    brilliant location very dog friendly comfortable bed staff lovely great meeting other people

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice location and comfortable rooms

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly helpful staff especially Stuart. Even in bad weather. Great atmosphere and social gathering in evenings.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    9.0
    hope to return!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    location fantastic friendly helpful host

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    8.0
    Much enjoyed and good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few more comfortable seat in communal area

    Fantastic location and helpful staff

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Beach was amazing! A lovely lonely beach where the kids could play and swimm.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    10
    Great people and great space
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stars at night and sunset

    Great location and the people were fantastic

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2025

    8.0
    Nice Experience in a lovely Hostel by the Beach
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing except the weather was not kind to us.

    First time in a hostel and it was a pleasant experience. Bunkbeds in a segregated Dorm style room but enough privacy. Good toilets and showers and communal area with cooking facilities. And just a 5 minute stroll to the beach. Easy Parking.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2025

    7.0
    A simple, scenic stay with good vibes — perfect for budget travellers who care more about the experience than luxury.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not ideal if you're after comfort or style

    This is definitely a no-frills, budget-friendly hostel — don’t expect luxury. The room was basic and a bit tired. That said, the atmosphere totally made up for it. The hosts were super friendly, and the overall vibe was laid-back and welcoming. Best of all, the views from the property were absolutely breathtaking — a true highlight of the stay.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2025

    10
    Get away from it all here
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely setting near a gorgeous beach. Friendly and helpful staff. Stewart advised us about a local beauty spot for a walk and we really enjoyed it. We wouldn't have found it otherwise. Well equipped kitchen. Comfortable room and clean facilities.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2025

    7.0
    Great rustic stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's not free parking between 9-5. No WiFi.

    Beautiful view. Spacious private dorm.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    Brilliant stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic wee place with brilliant wardens.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cellular reception is poor ( was known in advance as it is explicitly said in advertising)

    Perfect location: 2 great beaches, hills to walk. Hostel: nice common area, well set up sleeping space: separated cabins for 2 people- so you can stay as a couple or as us: mother and son in a separate cabin area. Beds are comfy and duvet was heavy and comfy as well. You can meet sunset outside on the bench overlooking the sea.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2025

    9.0
    Hostel on one of Scotlands’s best beaches
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location is stunning. Literally 5 minute walk from the beaches. Stewart was excellent as staff, even letting me back in the room when I locked myself out! Very kind, friendly and sociable which helped make the experience memorable; especially meeting the other hostel guests. No wifi at the hostel was weirdly enough, a feature. I loved disconnecting and seeing how the world kept turning even if I didn’t check my instagram for a while.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    10
    Absolutely smashing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely loved it. Bit out of the way but was worth it . The lack of signal and WiFi was refreshing and the rest of our group agreed however if that is important for you personally I would avoid booking. The lady working (Lauren) was an absolute gem and very welcoming and chatty. We played a game of cards in the communal area with other guests before retreating to our room for an excellent nights sleep in clean and comfy bedding. I can’t recommend enough. We all can’t wait to come back again on future adventures around the beautiful local surroundings.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    10
    Loved it
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved it in the bunk Slept like a log Incredible location and fantastic value for money

    Stayed in April 2025

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