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The Smugglers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Ballindalloch with free parking

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Property grounds
Bed sheets
The Smugglers Hostel offers a genuine rural escape with a tranquil garden. Travelers can prepare meals in the well-equipped communal kitchen and stay connected with WiFi. Visitors value the convenient luggage storage and knowledgeable staff.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is RM519
RM623 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Room, Private Bathroom (Private Room)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Pet friendly
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Pet friendly
In-room safe
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Room 2)

Highlights

Heating
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Room 1)

Highlights

Heating
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (Room 3)

Highlights

Heating
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
Main Street, Ballindalloch, Scotland, AB37 9EX

What's nearby

  • Speyside Way - Tominoul Spur - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Glenlivet Distillery - 15 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Cairngorms National Park - 27 min drive - 37.9 km
  • Balmoral Castle - 35 min drive - 45.3 km
  • Cairngorm Reindeer Centre - 46 min drive - 55.9 km

Getting around

  • Keith and Dufftown Railway - 38 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Clockhouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Old Firestation Tea Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪bridge of brown - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Glenavon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Still - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Smugglers Hostel

Hostel in a rural location
The Smugglers Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
Other amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens and heating

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The price is RM170
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Smugglers Hostel Ballindalloch
Smugglers Ballindalloch
The Smugglers Hostel Ballindalloch
The Smugglers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Smugglers Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Smugglers Hostel?

As of 21 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smugglers Hostel on 23 Oct 2025 start from RM 519.17, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Smugglers Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Smugglers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Smugglers Hostel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Smugglers Hostel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hostel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Speyside Way - Tominoul Spur and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lecht Ski Resort and Lecht 2090. Glenlivet Distillery and Corgarff Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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