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Hostel Helmsdale

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Helmsdale

Stafford St
KW8 6JR Helmsdale
Scotland

Tel. 01431 821636
irene.drummond@btinternet.com

Customer Rating

Total:
84%
84%
Friendliness of Staff:
85%
85%
Efficiency of Service:
82%
82%
Comfort:
79%
79%
Cleanliness:
87%
87%
Security:
83%
83%
Location:
87%
87%

Customer Reviews

Customer Reviews Helmsdale

  • 100%
    100%
    06 May 2012 Mark, England & Wales

    Lovely, helpful warden, Irene

  • 100%
    100%
    05 May 2012 Birgit, Denmark

    A very nice place to spend some time for a family.

  • 93%
    93%
    17 Sep 2011 Chris, England & Wales

    good, clean well looked, after a bit drafty and cold but a good place to stay.

  • 100%
    100%
    04 Sep 2011 David, Scotland

    A lovely place to stay in a beautiful part of the world.

  • 77%
    77%
    04 Sep 2011 Peter, Scotland

    This is a very quiet hostel that is used by parties making the Lands End to John o"Groats journey.

  • 63%
    63%
    18 Aug 2011 Anne, England & Wales

    A nice hostel with very unhelpful warden

  • 80%
    80%
    16 Aug 2011 James, Scotland

    Only spoiled by having the loudest snorer ever in the dorm. Several of our dorm had to sleep on sofa's in communial area as a result.

  • 83%
    83%
    06 Aug 2011 Stevie, England & Wales

    There is a need for further toilets/ showers.

  • 83%
    83%
    05 Aug 2011 Erika, England & Wales

    Hostel was very comfortable, clean and cosy, however i have rated it as fair because it was quite cold until the fire was turned on (which was not for a couple of hours).

  • 83%
    83%
    03 Aug 2011 Andrea, England & Wales

    Lovely open fire. Nice to be able to dry our clothes.

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Hostel Overview

Set in the small scenic village of Helmsdale, halfway between Inverness and John o'Groats. The hostel has excellent facilities and is ideal for cycling, coastal walks, hill walks and birdwatching. Backpackers, birdwatchers and families are welcome.

Hostel bed capacity

Beds per room:
Beds per room:: 4 Beds per room:: 6+ Total
beds
Number of rooms:
2 2 24

Opening times

Opening times (daily/weekly):
Check in from 3:00PM to 10:00PM Check out at 11:00AM
Opening times (over the year):
17th March 2008 - 25th October 2009

Map & Directions

Street Map and Route Planning

HI Hostel
Helmsdale Stafford Street
Helmsdale
Sutherland
KW8 6JR

Directions

Bus:200m: From Inverness and Thurso
Parking:Free parking next to the hostel
Sea port:80km: Scrabster
Location:15km: North East of Brora
Rail:500m: From Inverness and John O'Groats
Airport:90km: Inverness 60km: Wick

Attractions & Facilities

Attractions

Cultural centre nearbyMuseums/art galleries nearby
Historical sites nearbyRiver/harbour/lake nearby
Hiking areaMain attractions nearby
Swimming pool at or near hostelNightlife nearby
Botanical gardens nearbyForested/wooded area
Horseriding at or near hostelRestaurants nearby
Shopping centre/market nearbyHostel with a difference
Leisure facilities nearbyBeach at or near hostel
Winter sportsMountainous/hilly area
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Facilities

Discounts and concessions availableFamily rooms available
Self-catering kitchenGroups welcome
Common room(s)Sheets in price
Travel/Tour bureauLaundry facilities
Internet accessCredit card accepted
Meals availableMale only
Female onlyGames room
Individual traveller welcomeLuggage Store
Non smoking room/areaBasic store available at or near the hostel
GardenGreen Hostel
Rates include local taxCycle store at Hostel
BBQ
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