Hostel Isle of Skye - Glenbrittle SYHA
Isle of Skye - Glenbrittle SYHA
Carbost
IV47 8TA Glenbrittle
Scotland
Tel.
+44 (0)1478 640 278
Customer Rating
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With the spectacular Cuillin Mountains on its doorstep, Glenbrittle Youth Hostel is a great place to spend a few peaceful days. Exposed and sculpted by millions of years of erosion, the Black Cuillins are the remains of the heart of an ancient volcano system, with the lava flows forming the rest of Skye to the north. The geology of the area is unique in Britain. You can go walking and climbing, or just sit back and enjoy this wonderful rugged scenery - you don't need to climb a Munro to appreciate the amazing views. You can see waterfalls, lochs, beaches, fairy pools and the Islands of Rhum, Eigg, Muck, Soay, Canna and Uist, all without taking your hands out of your pockets! Also not too far away and worth visiting: Dunvegan Castle, Talisker Whisky distillery at Carbost, Glendale Toy Museum, Colbost Croft Museum.
Hostel bed capacity
| Beds per room: |  |
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 1 | 3 | 36 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | The reception is open between 7.30am - 10.00am and from 5.00pm – 10.30pm. Daytime access to the hostel between 10.30am and 5.00pm may be available, please check with hostel directly. |
| Opening times (over the year): | 2/4/10 - 28/9/10. Available out of season through Rentahostel.com |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | There is no bus service to Glenbrittle. The nearest bus is in Carbost – 7 miles away (limited service only) |
| Parking: | Free at the hostel |
| Sea port: | Nicest way to get to Skye: Glenelg-Kylerhea ferry-spectacular (summer only). |
| Location: | 50km west of Broadford, Isle of Skye. |
| Rail: | Kyle of Lochalsh 50km or Mallaig (via ferry) 70km, www.railtrack.co.uk |
| Airport: | Inverness (then buses) or Glasgow (bus or train+bus) easyjet.co.uk, ryanair.com, ba.com |
Attractions
 | Historical sites nearby | | River/harbour/lake nearby |
| Hiking area | | Forested/wooded area |
| Beach at or near hostel | | Mountainous/hilly area |
| Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Isle of Skye - Glenbrittle SYHA |
Facilities
 | Self-catering kitchen |  | Groups welcome |
 | Common room(s) |  | Sheets in price |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Non smoking room/area |
 | Rates include local tax |  | Cycle store at Hostel |
Customer Reviews Isle of Skye - Glenbrittle SYHA
| 10 Aug 2012 Daniela, Switzerland | 83% | |
| I feelt like beeing at home - a very very warm welcome and extraordinary friendly staff (Louise Miller) - but friendly is by far not enough, it was so much more!!!
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| 09 Aug 2012 Meryl, Canada | 100% | |
| Loved our stay at Glenbrittle! Stayed 2 nights. The lone staff member, Louise, was friendly and helpful with offering advice on the surrounding area for suitable hikes for myself and my daughter. She does a brilliant job!!! Hold on to her! | ||
| 08 Aug 2012 Warrick, Australia | 80% | |
| Designed for hikers, and generally needs a car (or lots of hitching, or walking) to reach. No TV, no computer, no Wi-Fi, no problem! | ||
| 18 Jun 2012 Flavia, Italy | 73% | |
| In the common room was a bit cold | ||
| 08 Jun 2012 Mark, England & Wales | 90% | |
| Off the beaten track. No tv, mobile signal or internet - glorious! | ||
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