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The Smugglers Hostel

Inverness · United Kingdom

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7.4/10Very good13 Reviews
Cleanliness7.6/107.6
Service8.0/108.0
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition8.0/108.0
Neighborhood10.0/1010.0
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About The Smugglers Hostel

Located in Ballindalloch, The Smugglers Hostel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Lecht Ski Resort and Lecht 2090. This hostel is 19. 6 mi (31. 6 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 21. 3 mi (34. 3 km) from Cardhu Distillery.

Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen.

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Located in Ballindalloch, The Smugglers Hostel is in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Drumin Castle and Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum. This hostel is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Snail Maze.

Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 4:00 PM
Check-in until 7:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators No front desk Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs and cats are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets allowed (no fees)

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Drumin Castle 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre & Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Snail Maze 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Tomintoul Museum 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Bike Glenlivet 8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Tomintoul Distillery 9.7 km / 6 mi
Lecht Ski Resort 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
Lecht 2090 14.7 km / 9.1 mi
Glenlivet Distillery 14.9 km / 9.2 mi
Corgarff Castle 15.6 km / 9.7 mi
Abernethy Golf Club 21.2 km / 13.2 mi
The High Street 22.4 km / 13.9 mi
Grantown Museum 22.7 km / 14.1 mi
Craig MacLean Leisure Centre 23.3 km / 14.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 22
  • hostel
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Laundry service
  • Garden
  • Luggage room
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Upon availability

Room types

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  • FAMILY ROOM BUNK BEDFAMILY ROOM • BUNK BEDFAM.BK

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    The Smugglers Hostel

    FAMILY ROOM BUNK BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.BK

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  • Bed in dormitory WITH SHARED BATHROOMBed in dormitory • WITH SHARED BATHROOMBED.FH

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    The Smugglers Hostel

    Bed in dormitory WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    Bed in dormitory
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: BED.FH

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  • TWIN BUNK BEDTWIN • BUNK BEDTWN.BK

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    The Smugglers Hostel

    TWIN BUNK BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    BUNK BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.BK

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Smugglers Hostel

7.4
Very good
13 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.6 /10
Service
8.0 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Neighborhood
10.0 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
5 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Paulo
We've got a very nice clean and with private toilet included bedroom. Good car park. A well spacious living room with kitchen with all the amenities. Amazing place. I'll recommend and I'm sure I'll be back as soon as possible.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2024
Verified traveler

Great

Gab
Self
8/10
Excellent
28 Aug 2022
Gemma

Last minute family booking

Great communication after a last minute booking as a family of 5.
Very comfortable and clean. In a lovely setting.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Aug 2022
Laura

Easy and convenient in an unparalleled location

Superb location and lovely common areas.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Good atmosphere, nice staff and nice people staying. Good sharing kitchen and living
Leisure Family

Location & surroundings

The Smugglers Hostel
Main Street, Ballindalloch, United Kingdom

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