We have hostels in some of the best areas for exploring Scotland’s finest scenery on foot. Take a short stroll along scenic coastlines, go rambling in the wild countryside, follow one of the long distance treks through glens or tackle magnificent Munros. With all this on our doorstep it’s not surprising that hill walkers from all over the world return each year to enjoy the Scottish countryside.

Most of our hostels are part of the VisitScotland Walkers Welcome Scheme.

If you want a more structured walking holiday, take a look at our Activity Holidays.

Top walking hostels:

Glen Nevis
Situated beneath Britain’s highest mountain you can tackle the summit of Ben Nevis, the Mamores or try many of the low level walks through the Glen.

Glencoe
Set in one of Scotland’s most spectacular and historic glens, the hostel provides an excellent base for walkers to experience some of the best walking and climbing Scotland has to offer year round.

Torridon
Situated at the head of Upper Loch Torridon in the shadow of the mighty Liathach, Torridon boasts some of the finest mountain scenery in Europe.

Crianlarich
With 20 Munros in the locality, the small and friendly village of Crianlarich marks the halfway point on the West Highland Way. 

Other hostels in great locations for walking include: Cairngorm Lodge, Raasay, Inverey, Crianlarich, Ratagan, Glenbrittle, Loch Ossian, Glen Nevis, Glencoe, Torridon and Braemar.