Hostel Prosen
Prosen
Glenprosen
Kirriemuir
Angus
DD8 4SA
Scotland
Tel.
01575 540238
Fax.
01575 540302
Customer Rating
| 94% | ||
| 95% | ||
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| 97% | ||
| 93% | ||
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Newly opened 18 bed 4 star hostel on the southernmost edge of Cairngorms National Park.
Prosen Hostel is set in the heart of the Angus Glens. A brand new footbridge & path leads along the prettiest stretch of the river Prosen to Glenisla, and the Cateran trail, in Perthshire. The Minister’s Path with another new bridge across the South Esk leads to the hotel in Glen Clova. Two Munros, the Mayar & Driesh, link Glenprosen to the Cairngorms plateau.
Inside there is a raised red squirrel viewing area in lounge, with wood burning stove, drying room, TV & internet. The village hall is nearby for ceilidhs etc. Discount for whole hostel booking - ring 01575 540302
Prosen Hostel is set in the heart of the Angus Glens. A brand new footbridge & path leads along the prettiest stretch of the river Prosen to Glenisla, and the Cateran trail, in Perthshire. The Minister’s Path with another new bridge across the South Esk leads to the hotel in Glen Clova. Two Munros, the Mayar & Driesh, link Glenprosen to the Cairngorms plateau.
Inside there is a raised red squirrel viewing area in lounge, with wood burning stove, drying room, TV & internet. The village hall is nearby for ceilidhs etc. Discount for whole hostel booking - ring 01575 540302
Hostel bed capacity
| Beds per room: |  |
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Total beds |
| Number of rooms: | 3 | 1 | 18 |
Opening times
| Opening times (daily/weekly): | No reception; door code will be emailed you on booking. If not received phone (01575 540302 or 238 BEFORE ARRIVING. No arrivals after 22.30. |
| Opening times (over the year): | All Year |
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | There is no bus beyond Kirriemuir (7 miles distant) |
| Parking: | There is plenty of parking next to the hostel |
| Location: | The Hostel is located in Glenprosen Village NG Ref. NO328659. Where the public road ends at a red telephone kiosk, turn sharp right and follow the road up the hill 200m till you come to the hostel. The hostel is unmanned, the key code will be emailed to you once you've made your booking- if not received please telephone 01575 540302 or 238 WELL BEFORE arrival |
| Rail: | The nearest rail station is Dundee. Public transport (bus) will take you only as far as Kirriemuir. The bus station in Dundee is about half a mile east of the railway along Dock street |
| Airport: | We are similar distances from Aberdeen & Edinburgh airports. From Aberdeen head for Dundee down the A90, from Edinburgh head for the Forth Road bridge and the A90 northbound. Both roads lead you to Forfar. Here take the signs for Cairngorms National Park and Kirriemuir. At Kirriemuir again follow signs for the National Park and Prosen. You head out on the B955 and turn left off it at Dykehead. After 7 miles you come to Glenprosen Village and signs for the Hostel. |
Attractions
 | Historical sites nearby | | Hiking area |
| Forested/wooded area | | Hostel with a difference |
| Winter sports | | Mountainous/hilly area |
| Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Prosen |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Suitable for wheelchair users |
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Common room(s) |
 | Sheets in price |  | Laundry facilities |
 | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |  | Internet access |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Non smoking room/area |  | Garden |
 | Green Hostel |  | Rates include local tax |
 | Cycle store at Hostel |  | BBQ |
Customer Reviews Prosen
| 14 May 2012 Sophie, England & Wales | 100% | |
| We had a fantastic stay, amenities were wonderful, rooms were comfy and warm. We were lucky enough to have the whole place to ourselves too! | ||
| 26 Apr 2012 Frederick, England & Wales | 90% | |
| Warden came very promptly to the hostel when we phoned to enquire about the heating. Was keen to offer help with making phone calls when we found we were short of change. Hostel facilities were good although we were the only people in the hostel and we do wonder if facilities would be stretched in the kitchen if the hostel was full. Overall we had a omfortable stay and in better weather it would be an ideal spot for a holiday walking in the glen. Woodburning stove kept the public area pleasantly warm. | ||
| 15 Apr 2012 Elizabeth, Scotland | 100% | |
| A wee bit more than I would usually pay for hostel. It was unmanned and therefore no service to rate. No mobile phone reception but phone box available inside. For me who booked on line it would be good to have highlighted that a key code was required before arrival as this was written but was way down the email booking and in quite small print hence I didnt read it! ( my fault I know but i arrived with out the key code to get in!)and if this was highlighted would have made life a bit easier. | ||
| 25 Feb 2012 Debbie, Scotland | 93% | |
| a fabulous hostel - one of the best ! | ||
| 01 Feb 2012 Lawrence, England & Wales | 100% | |
| Delightful hostel, very warm ( it was below freezing outside ) and welcoming. Certainly hope to return. | ||
| 23 Oct 2011 Ulriek, Scotland | 100% | |
| We had a lovely time at the hostel and both think that it is a beautiful house. Great location to go for walks and we saw a lot of wildlife, our wee friend the squirrel who sat on the fence outside of outr window every day, birds, a stag and of course wild sheep! | ||
| 17 Sep 2011 Carol, Scotland | 100% | |
| I have used Glen Prosen Hostel on many occasions and always recommend it to friends. It is a lovely facility and has been maintained in fantastic condition since it opened. In fact the facilities are always improving. Very warm and clean with plenty of cutlery/crockery, comfy beds with bedding provided. Great!! | ||
| 06 Aug 2011 Annemarie, Scotland | 93% | |
| Mostly great. Things to improve:
Empty wastepaper baskets in rooms and toilets more often.
Make sure enough loo paper in toilets. | ||
| 25 Jul 2011 Judith, Scotland | 100% | |
| This is our second stay at Glen Prosen and both experiences have been thoroughly rewarding.We found the staff particularly friendly and helpful and we will definitely return | ||
| 30 Jun 2011 Kath, Scotland | 97% | |
| Lovely hostel and very friendly warden :) | ||
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