The best youth hostels Fort William

Set in a large house on the heights of Fort William, this very friendly hostel is only a few minutes walk from downtown and its amenities. More aimed at young people in search of encounters than at families, the atmosphere is very childlike and brews a clientele of backpackers and sportsmen. There is a communal kitchen and a small living room, equipped with a fireplace, to rest at the end of the day. In the summer, you can even cook outside, thanks to the barbecue provided. Pubs and restaurants are within walking distance.

At the foot of one of the entrances to the trail leading to the summit of Ben Nevis, this Hostelling Scotland hostel is an ideal base if you want to conquer the colossus without wasting time and staying at a lower cost. It offers superb panoramic mountain views, a well-equipped communal kitchen, drying room, laundry room and secure bicycle storage. Food and drinks are available all day long. After extensive renovations and a total renovation of the façade in 2018, the place has been upgraded to a top-of-the-range location and is quickly taken by storm in the summer.