Perched on the shores of a serene lake, Rowardennan Youth Hostel offers an idyllic retreat. Unwind in the garden or enjoy a meal at the restaurant while taking advantage of in-room WiFi and laundry facilities.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Free parking
Restaurant
Main amenities
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants
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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Oven
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Sleeps 6
6 Single Beds
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2 Single Beds
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Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park - 23 min drive
Loch Lomond - 43 min drive
Loch Lomond Golf Club - 45 min drive
Loch Katrine - 49 min drive
Ben Lomond - 69 min drive
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 such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby canoeing. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges 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
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 at the property
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 cots (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 on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Self-service 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
Fridge
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Oven
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Self-service 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 4 March and 28 May.
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 lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
The property is closed between 4 March and 28 May.
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 that you 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 such as powerboating and canoeing. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Rowardennan Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Rowardennan Youth Hostel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
11 Nov 2024
The staff was terrific! The setting was beautiful. And the rice was very reasonable.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Oct 2024
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
Joanne, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jul 2024
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
jake, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Oct 2023
Arun
Arun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Aug 2023
Beautiful view/access to lake. Friendly service.
Wifi was very limited.
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2023
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sep 2022
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Jul 2022
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jun 2022
JEANNETTE L
JEANNETTE L, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 May 2022
Our room has a great view! Thank you!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
13 May 2022
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
Donna, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Oct 2021
Stay
Welcome stop from the rain
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2021
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.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Sep 2021
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Aug 2021
Amazing
Great place best location Loch Lomond
Atiff
Atiff, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2019
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!
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 traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
28 May 2011
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 traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2024
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Jun 2022
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
Andrea, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2022
Sensationeller Blick auf den See. Zimmer sehr sauber, wc ebenfalls. Nette Lobby. Frühstück und Abendessen eben Jugendherbergs-Style, aber okay
Jens
Jens, 1-night romance trip
Verified Ebookers guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Mar 2022
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.