Rowardennan , Rowardennan, G63 0AR, United Kingdom
#8 of 9 hotels in Rowardennan
Guests' ChoiceBased on 604 hostel reviews
7.9Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
7.6
Staff
9.0
Value for money
8.0
Free WiFi
5.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 November 2023
Gabriela
PolandThe only issue was no wifi in the lounge/rest area (one needs to sit in the kitchen or own room upstairs to access internet). Common bathrooms could be cleaned a bit more often, especially in the evening when many people use them.
Great place to stay for Ben Lomond hikes. Quite an old building, but well equipped and maintained. Fully equipped kitchen area, lots of tables to eat (despite a large number of guests). Spacious lounge to relax in the evening. Rooms OK, comfortable beds (dorm). Some food and refreshments available at the reception.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 November 2023
Justyna
PolandVery bad WiFi
Great lake view from the room
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Laurie
EcuadorCould have a bit more variety
Excellent Youth Hostel and they’re doing more renovations. Staff was so friendly and helpful!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Chris
Canadamattresses are very thin and uncomfortable. very limitied food options.
Awesome location.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Randal
United StatesNothing particular that we didn't like. It's just very basic, as one would expect from a hostel.
The location on the West Highland Way...and the scenery...can't be beat. We stayed in a private, ensuite room. It was basic, but clean. Staff were very friendly. We had dinner, breakfast and a packed lunch and thought all were very good. We were able to use the washer and dryer to clean and dry our clothes, which was much appreciated!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Kim
United KingdomThe food
Large room with lake view. All the facilities were very clean.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Ioana
FranceThe doors of the rooms make a lot of noise and it was cold in the showers room
The personnel and the location is beautiful, there is a nice lounge where you can drink your coffee and look over the lake
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Tamsin
Netherlands* Bunk beds do not have their own lights or charging points. One overhead light and 2 plug sockets/ 2 USB charging points for 6 beds * Dinner is very basic - sausage, mash & peas. Peas overcooked and gravy very salty * Tiny shower cubicles - impossible to keep anything inside dry & unisex so not an option to get dressed outside
* Friendly staff * Great location - lochside at Loch Lomond
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Stanley
United StatesNo cooked breakfast.
Great location adjacent to West Highland Way. No cooked breakfast but other options.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Philipp
GermanyThe food was very very bad Loveless.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Rotem
IsraelThe receptionist was a bit unpleasant. The laundry machines were occupied throughout the evening and could not be used
Good dinner, clean showers and toilets.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Linneajoy
United StatesThe unisex small showers
The location was perfect
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Helen
United KingdomTo noisy
Staff were excellent
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Adrian
United Kingdombunkbeds a bit too short for me- but Im 6'3''bloke
lovely athmosphere and extremely friendly staff
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Lynn
CanadaMy private room was across from the main bathroom. Not the quietest part of the hostel. Quite honestly extremely overpriced for what you get. Of course it is a hostel, nonetheless the room price could be representative of what you get. Or at least include breakfast, which was an additional charge if desired.
The property is located on a beautiful section if Loch Lomond with incredible views. The building is old but well kept and clean
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Currie
United KingdomCannot think of a single thing
Stunning location, comfortable beds, friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Anna
PolandNothing in particular
The surroundings of the hostel are beautiful and the staff is really friendly and accommodating :) the comfort is typical for a youth hostel - which is exactly what we expected.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 12 September 2023
K
CanadaHas food but limitrd
Comfortable
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 9 September 2023
Dianne
GreeceThe dining room floor could have been cleaner. The chairs at breakfast time were actually sticking to the floor.
The staff were very welcoming and friendly. Kitchen and lounge facilities were great. Best of all, though, are the surroundings. Loch Lomond on your doorstep! Great walking trails all around! What more can you ask for?
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Helen
United KingdomBreakfast was good
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Gunda
GermanyThe room was too small for 6 persons with their backpacks. No hooks, no shelf.
Good simple dinner. Great view from the salon to the loch Lomond
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 5 September 2023
Michael
United KingdomOne of the rooms was a little short of space
The staff could not have been more friendly and helpful
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Eleanor
United KingdomGreat location for West Highland Way, super views, friendly staff and good facilities
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 2 September 2023
Michal
Czech RepublicIf you want to stay in a castle and still travelling on a low budget - this is the place. Location is superb. Especially if you are up to hike Ben Lomond. The hostel is fine as usual.
Stayed in August 2023
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