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Rowardennan Youth Hostel

3.0 star property
Balmaha beach hostel with restaurant

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Aerial view
Lounge
Front of property
Boating
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
Feel at home
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

Room, Shared Bathroom (6 Person)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Triple Room, Ensuite

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi
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Bar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (399)
The price is CA $118
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
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About the area

Map
Rowardennan, Balmaha, Scotland, G63 0AR

What's nearby

  • Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Loch Lomond - 43 min drive - 45.0 km
  • Loch Katrine - 49 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Loch Ard Forest - 52 min drive - 40.1 km
  • Ben Lomond - 69 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Glasgow International Airport (GLA) - 70 min drive
  • Alexandria Station - 34 min drive
  • Renton Station - 36 min drive
  • Dalreoch Station - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bonnie & Ben Café - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪The Village Rest - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Luss Seafood Bar - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Forest Holidays Ardgartan Argyll - ‬58 min drive
  • ‪Ben Arthur's Bothy - ‬54 min drive

About this property

Rowardennan Youth Hostel

Rowardennan Youth Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Balmaha. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby canoeing. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 14 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (4:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Specific rooms only*
  • Pets must be supervised
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Motor boating nearby
  • Canoeing nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Oven
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5.95 for adults and GBP 5.95 for children

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between March 4 and May 28.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Hotel Rowardennan
Rowardennan
Rowardennan Glasgow
SYHA Rowardennan Glasgow
Rowardennan Hotel Glasgow
Rowardennan Youth Hostel Glasgow
Rowardennan Youth Glasgow
SYHA Rowardennan Hostel
SYHA Rowardennan
Rowardennan Youth Hostel Balmaha
Rowardennan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Rowardennan Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Balmaha

Frequently asked questions

Is Rowardennan Youth Hostel currently open?
The property is closed between March 4 and May 28.
Does Rowardennan Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rowardennan Youth Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rowardennan Youth Hostel?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 7.5 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Rowardennan Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rowardennan Youth Hostel?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Rowardennan Youth Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like power boating and canoeing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Rowardennan Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Rowardennan Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
View
Lake
Location

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Gorgeous location.
Fabulous location. Reception staff were welcoming and friendly. Comfortable bed. Shower could have been a little more powerful. Evening meal wasn't brilliant but overall good value for the price.
Joanne, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and a good stop along the Al west Highland Way. Can’t beat the location right on Loch Lomond! (Be sure to get in for a swim!). Would have 5 stars, but the showers were pretty rough.
jake, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Arun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful view/access to lake. Friendly service. Wifi was very limited.
Erin, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Diane, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Brian, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

JEANNETTE L, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Our room has a great view! Thank you!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

I had to book a 6 bed room, last room left. I can’t imagine 6 people in there. Very cramped. Staff were not particularly helpful.
Donna, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stay
Welcome stop from the rain
Marc, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good clean accomodation option
Great option to stay at during a west highland way trip. Clean rooms, decent showers and a great lounge room with views over the loch.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Angela, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing
Great place best location Loch Lomond
Atiff, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful
Lovely hostel in a beautiful setting. Everything was clean, the bed was extremely comfortable. The food was good. The room was a little bit on the small side for 6 people with luggage but manageable. The only real problem was the women's showers which appeared to have some sort of drainage problem and left you standing ankle deep in dirty water. Hopefully this will be sorted soon!
rachel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting, clean comfortable bunk beds. knowledge friendly staff.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Quiet retreat conveniently located for walkers
Good quality room. Friendly, helpful and efficient staff. Nice quiet location on Loch Lomond close to Ben Lomond and the West Highland Way. Good value for money.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

cold
Even though hotel staff tried hard to fix it ,our chalet heating didn't work at all. Staff brought two fan heaters but only one worked.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Ok
Es war ok. Es ist ein Hostel und da kann man halt nicht viel erwarten. Es war sauber, eingermassen gut in Schuss, jedenfalls schottische Verhältnisse. Das Essen war auch ok. Hartes Naan und trockene Gipfel zum Frühstück, muss man wohl hinnehmen.
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sensationeller Blick auf den See. Zimmer sehr sauber, wc ebenfalls. Nette Lobby. Frühstück und Abendessen eben Jugendherbergs-Style, aber okay
Jens, 1-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

In the middle of nowhere :D
Very nice place in the middle of nowhere! Beautiful located at a lake with view on the mountains. The consequence of that middle of nowhere is that the wifi from the location (almost) never works, so does your own connection (depending of your provider). Rooms are small, but okay. Sleeping rooms are nice heated, but if needed they provide additional bed sheets. The rest of the building is pretty cold so take a sweater. Great, kind people working. Big kitchen and common room with view on the lake and mountains. Really recommended to come to a good rest, and of course for a hike to the mountains.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Frederic, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

einzigartige Lage!!
Wir hatten das Familienzimmer mit Doppelbett! Relativ lange An- und Abfahrt. Sehr ruhig. Der Blick aus dem Aufenthaltsraum ist herrlich.
Manni, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

toll gelegene Unterkunft - typische Jugendherberge
Wir suchten eine Unterkunft für eine Übernachtung am Ende der 2. Etappe des West-Highland-Ways (WHW). Die Jugendherberge war im Rahmen Ihrer Möglichkeiten o.k. - erholsamen Schlaf findet man in einem Acht-Personen-Zimmer allerdings nicht. Dafür hübscher Bau mit toller Lage direkt am Loch Lomond und direkt am WHW.
Alex, 1-night trip
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