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Smoo, Durness, Durness, IV27 4QA (show map)
Hostel Overview
Formerly Durness SYHA Hostelling Scotland
Before April 2019 Durness Youth Hostel was known as Durness SYHA Hostelling Scotland

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Facilities of Durness Youth Hostel
General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Pets allowed, Private parking
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Food & Drink
Bar, Packed lunches, Snack bar
Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen
Cleaning services
Laundry
Miscellaneous
Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Carpeted, Clothes rack, Entire unit located on ground floor, Garden view, Heating, Landmark view, Linen, Mountain view, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Toilet
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 17:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
Full payment for all bookings will be charged at the time of booking. All major credit & debit cards are accepted excluding American Express.All bookings will include a temporary membership fee per person per night. (Full, existing members of Hostelling Scotland and HI using these channels are not entitled to a membership refund).Individual reservations (Up to 9 persons) - can cancel free of charge until 3 days before the arrival date. If cancelled within the 3 days before the arrival 100 percent of the total price will be charged.Groups reservations (more than 9 persons) - different policies and additional supplements will apply. More than 8 weeks (57 days or more) 20% of total cost. 8 – 4 weeks (56- 29 days) 55% of total cost. 4 – 0 weeks (28 - 0 day) 100% of total cost.No stag or hen parties are permitted at any youth hostel.Should guests be entitled to a refund or part refund please note that these are processed by Hostelling Scotland National Office, Stirling. It may take 7 to 10 working days from the date of cancellation request for the refund to be processed back onto the original card used.Please note that due to demand at this location shared accommodation can be unisex therefore children under the age of 16 can only be accommodated in a private room accompanied by an adult.Hostelling Scotland advise that additional notice be given to the destination youth hostel when travelling with children, to ensure that suitable accommodation is available. There is no capacity for extra beds or cots.The hostel is normally closed during the day between 10.00 and 17.00. Later arrival and access outside opening hours is by pre-arrangement only.Dogs are welcome at DurnessYouth Hostel, for a small fee, when guests book a private room. Please note that dogs must be booked in advance to ensure that a dog friendly room is available.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Traveller reviews

“A great place with a special atmosphere for a relaxing holiday”
18 Jul 2025
The location, the atmosphere, the facilities and the security of the hostel. Parking was no problem and there is also a supermarket not far. The area has the most amazing beaches and day tours and trails

“Superb”
16 Jul 2025
Amazing location. Place is a little run down but the charm and staff make up for it. Great facilities in the kitchen.

“Best place in Durness”
13 Jun 2025
I really liked the cleanliness, the warm welcome from the very kind and friendly host, and the overall tidiness. Highly recommended place.

“Great for meeting others and in walking distance to Smoo cave which was amazing.”
12 Jun 2025
Fantastic location, good amenities good value for money.