Reviews of Achmelvich Beach Youth Hostel 3 stars
Recharn, Achmelvich, Sutherland, Achmelvich, IV27 4JB, United Kingdom
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Reviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location is remote but stunning. The youth hostel is small but well equipped and the couple running it were so nice.
The car park can get really busy on a hot day. If your expecting a 5 star hotel, this is not for you.
Hello, It was so lovely to have you stay! Thank you for taking time to leave a review. Hope the rest of your trip goes well. Cheers Stewart And Lauren
Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe location is absolutely amazing cannot fault it
The staff were hostile, rude. The property is disgustingly overpriced, we paid 160 for a night and were told we had to strip bedsheets etc before we leave!?! What planet are these guys on?
Hello Stephen, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. Check out was at 10am and you didn't leave until after then. When you did leave you left a mess in the kitchen. I understand your frustration however it sounds like you expected a hotel and we are a hostel. Have an amazing rest of your trip around Scotland.
Hello Stephen, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. Check out was at 10am and you didn't leave until after then. When you did leave you left a mess in the kitchen. I understand your frustration however it sounds like you expect… Show more
Reviewed: 7 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat privacy curtain. Comfortable beds. Shower was great.
Female staff member was not very welcoming. Just matter-of-fact. Not the usual personality for a hostel.
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We appreciate your feedback. We are glad you found the hostel clean and comfortable! Cheers Stewart, Achmelvich manager.
Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe 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!
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and found the hostel clean and comfortable. We work hard to keep the place clean so it is nice to hear such positive feedback. We hope to see you again. Kind regards Stewart Achmelvich manager.
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and found the hostel clean and comfortable. We work hard to keep the place clean so it is nice to hear such positive feedback. We hope to see you a… Show more
Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat family room. Great communal facilities and beautiful location. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are pleased you had a lovely time with us. Hope the rest of the trip went well. Kind regards, Stewart Achmelvich manager
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGood privacy in the shared bedrooms. In front of the beach, complete silence at night. Welcoming staff.
Basic breakfast
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. Hope you had a nice rest of your trip Kind regards Stew
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation close to the beach, comfortable private room for our family
Small common space, no WiFi, paid parking, shower/toilets outside - we had to walk outside in the rain to reach it
Hello, Thank you for taking time out of your holiday to leave a review. We do advertise all of your negatives in our booking statement before you arrive. The parking is free between 5pm to 9am. Hope the rest of your holiday goes well.
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGreat set up, cosy
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. The team and I are so pleased you enjoyed your time with us. Hope to see you again.
Reviewed: 19 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 July 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 10 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation
Broken shower
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. The shower is now fixed :)
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewbrilliant location very dog friendly comfortable bed staff lovely great meeting other people
i thought the cost for one night for 3 people and a dog was on the steep side
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Cheers Achmelvich team
Reviewed: 29 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewNice location and comfortable rooms
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are so glad you had a nice stay. We hope to see you again Kind regards Stew and Lauren
Reviewed: 24 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFriendly helpful staff especially Stuart. Even in bad weather. Great atmosphere and social gathering in evenings.
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are so pleased your enjoyed your stay. Cheers Achmelvich Team
Reviewed: 23 June 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewlocation fantastic friendly helpful host
nothing
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are so pleased your enjoyed your stay. Cheers Achmelvich Team
Reviewed: 21 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFantastic location and helpful staff
A few more comfortable seat in communal area
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. Your comments are much appreciated. Cheers
Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe Beach was amazing! A lovely lonely beach where the kids could play and swimm.
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. Hope the rest of your trip goes well
Reviewed: 12 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 9 June 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewGreat location and the people were fantastic
Stars at night and sunset
Hello, Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We are so glad you had a great stay with us. Cheers, Achmelvich Team
Reviewed: 8 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFirst 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.
Nothing except the weather was not kind to us.
Hello Stanley, Thanks for taking time to leave a review. It was such a pleasure having you stay with us. Glad your 1st hostel experience was an enjoyable one. We hope you choose to stay in another one of our hostels in the future. All the best Achmelvich Team
Hello Stanley, Thanks for taking time to leave a review. It was such a pleasure having you stay with us. Glad your 1st hostel experience was an enjoyable one. We hope you choose to stay in another one of our hostels in the future. All t… Show more