Helmsdale Lodge Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Helmsdale with free parking
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Lounge
View from property
Exterior
Quadruple Room (Family Room)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
1 stafford street, Helmsdale, Scotland, KW8 6JR
  • Timespan Heritage Centre
    2 min walk
  • Emigrants Monument
    5 min walk
  • Dunrobin Castle
    23 min drive
  • Wick (WIC)
    50 min drive

Room options

Quadruple Room (Family Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room (2 Sets of Adult Bunk Beds)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Female Share)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Ensuite (Male Share)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Helmsdale

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel places you steps from Timespan Heritage Centre and within a 10-minute stroll of Emigrants Monument. Highlights at this hostel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a library. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and a picnic area. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Helmsdale hostel include Badbea Historical Village Car Park and Brora Beach.

What's nearby

  • Timespan Heritage Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Emigrants Monument - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Brora Beach - 15 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Dunrobin Castle - 23 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Royal Dornoch Golf Club - 42 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • Helmsdale Station - 8 min walk
  • Wick (WIC) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Mirage Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Thyme & Plaice - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bannockburn Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Helmsdale Catering Limited - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wayfarer Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel

Hostel in Helmsdale with free parking
As a guest of Helmsdale Lodge Hostel, you'll find a fitness centre, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Helmsdale Lodge Hostel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Helmsdale hostel is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel offers 4 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodations all include kitchens. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Kitchen

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 5.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 5.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Helmsdale Hostel
Helmsdale Hostel Helmsdale
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Helmsdale
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Helmsdale

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

Yep, Helmsdale Lodge Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

The closest beach to Helmsdale Lodge Hostel is Brora Beach (15.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

No, Helmsdale Lodge Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel?

Dogs are welcome at Helmsdale Lodge Hostel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Helmsdale Lodge Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Marie is a fabulous hostess! She was waiting for us outside in the back yard. She even helped unload and carry in the luggage. The room had an ensuite. It was very clean, quiet and comfortable. It is right off the road and so easy to find! The kitchen was well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome, freindly hostel.
Friendly welcome and care throughout our stay from Marie. She made sure we had everything we needed. We will be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
The hostel is spotless our rooms were so comfortable the beds were amazing I couldn’t rate it highly enough and Marie is soooo welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Xia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I like here and I will come back in the future
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hostel stay
Marie welcoming was excellent, very friendly, informative, helpful Info of things to do are at your fingertips with the books and leaflets
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the high ceilings the communal area the way it was organised and set out. The hostel has a very froendly feel to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021