Title: Braemar Youth Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Braemar Youth Hostel Travelers enjoy simple pleasures like hearty breakfasts and evening drinks while surrounded by the natural beauty of the Scottish countryside ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/c1be08be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/17346df4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/eab31a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/17b2764c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/7afdcdfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Braemar Youth Hostel offers a comfy base near the Scottish Highlands with practical amenities. Guests enjoy laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and an on-site bar for relaxation after outdoor activities. Free self-parking makes exploration easy. 9.2 Wonderful ## Popular amenities ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 11 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=1863204&PinnedHotelID=1863204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/dd5311b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Men only ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/eab31a79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/bda9538a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/d93fadb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/d93fadb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/4b0e4914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person) ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Beds ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/e621d198.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/4b0e4914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1863300/1863204/4b0e4914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 5 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallater-Hotels-Braemar-Youth-Hostel.h1863204.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallater-Hotels-Braemar-Youth-Hostel.h1863204.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Ballater is home to Braemar Youth Hostel. Balmoral Castle and Braemar Highland Games Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cairngorms National Park and Linn O' Dee. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing. [Visit our Ballater travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater.dx4321) [View more Hostels in Ballater](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Hostels.d4321-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C57.00449%2C-3.39560&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kZwZ3rta8x7k-GuCMzxwlE2IEeU=) 21 Glenshee Road, Ballater, Scotland, AB35 5YQ ### What's nearby - Glenfiddich - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Braemar Castle - 2 min drive - 1.6 km - Mar Lodge Estate - 9 min drive - 8.7 km - Balmoral Castle - 14 min drive - 18.6 km - Cairngorms National Park - 29 min drive - 41.8 km ### Getting around - Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) - 87 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Farquesons Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Invercauld Mews Bar - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Flying Stag - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Bothy - ‬4 min walk - ‪Gordon's Tearoom - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Braemar Youth Hostel Property highlights A garden, laundry facilities, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Braemar Youth Hostel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Braemar Youth Hostel offer amenities such as free WiFi. 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Mountain views. Braemar - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&selected=55318153&PinnedHotelID=55318153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free uncovered self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5.95 per person - A bar/lounge ### Things to do - Archery ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival ### Renovations and closures The property is closed between July 21 and December 31. ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 5.95 per person - Pet fee: GBP 7.50 per pet, per day - 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Braemar Youth Hostel Ballater Braemar Youth Ballater Braemar Youth Hostel Ballater Braemar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Braemar Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ballater ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Braemar Youth Hostel pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at Braemar Youth Hostel? > As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Braemar Youth Hostel on Nov 3, 2025 start from CA $89.35, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballater-Hotels-Braemar-Youth-Hostel.h1863204.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Braemar Youth Hostel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Braemar Youth Hostel? > Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Braemar Youth Hostel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Braemar Youth Hostel located? > Situated in Ballater, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Braemar Golf Club and Braemar Highland Games Centre. Glenfiddich and Braemar Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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