Stirling Youth Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 4-starSt John Street, Stirling, United KingdomShow on map
8.1 · Very good2,262 reviews
- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.6 out of 10, at St John Street.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Comfortable Accommodation Options The 4-star Stirling Youth Hostel offers a variety of comfortable en-suite rooms and spacious shared accommodations, many with scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
Convenient Dining Options Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast in the large dining room or utilize the well-equipped self-catering kitchen. Additionally, dinner and packed lunches are available for groups, making dining hassle-free.
Great Facilities and Nearby Attractions With free WiFi, private lockers, USB plug sockets, two large lounge areas, and a meeting room, guests have everything they need for a pleasant stay. Explore nearby attractions like Stirling Castle, The Wallace Monument, and Blair Drummond Safari Park.
Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Stirling? Book your stay at Stirling Youth Hostel now!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Golf course
- Facilities for disabled guests
Rooms
8.1
Very good
Rated 8.1 out of 10 by 2,262 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.1
- Service8.6
- Location8.6
- Rooms7.6
- Amenities8.1
- Value8.6
- Food & drink7.1
Guests mention
Good locationFriendly staffCleanliness
NewtonAustraliaComfortable, quiet, central location above Stirling.
Loved the quiet location uphill near Stirling Castle, could have caught a taxi instead of walking. Had kitchen, breakfast available, laundry. Short walk into the town to purchase dinner. Had own ensuite.
Loved being on…
Shauna-leeUnited KingdomAbsolutely amazing from the moment of arrival thanks
Was lovely
Nothing
MariaSpainEl sitio muy bonito y la ubicación muy buena 😊
HaydiDKMan kunne høre naboerne fra de andre værelser meget tydeligt
MeretCHNice room (private for two), excellent and very kind service
Close to the graveyard, nice lookout over the city
Uphill - be prepared to carry your luggage 15‘ straight uphill :)
Chile JorgeChileExcelente ubicación para recorrer caminando principales lugares y atractivos de Stirling.
Baño sin jabón ni shampoo.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
St John Street, Stirling, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 8.6 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Full payment for all bookings will be charged at the time of booking. All major credit and debit cards are accepted excluding American Express. All bookings will include a temporary membership fee per person per night. (Full, existing members of Hosteling Scotland and HI using these channels are not entitled to a membership refund). Individual reservations (Up to 9 people) - can cancel free of charge until 3 days before the arrival date. If canceled within the 3 days before the arrival 100 percent of the total price will be charged. Groups reservations (more than 9 people) - different policies and additional supplements will apply. More than 8 weeks (57 days or more) 20% of total cost. 8 – 4 weeks (56 - 29 days) 55% of total cost. 4 – 0 weeks (28 - 0 day) 100% of total cost. No stag or hen parties are permitted at any youth hostel. Should guests be entitled to a refund or part refund please note that these are processed by Hosteling Scotland National Office, Stirling. It may take 7 to 10 working days from the date of cancelation request for the refund to be processed back onto the original card used. From the age of 12 to 15 years, young people must be accompanied by a parent or guardian of the same gender when booking a bed within shared accommodations. Parties with young children (under 12 years) will only be accommodated in private rooms, where available Hosteling Sco
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Stirling Youth Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Stirling Youth Hostel?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Stirling Youth Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Stirling Youth Hostel?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Stirling Youth Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Stirling Youth Hostel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Stirling Youth Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Stirling Youth Hostel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 4:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Stirling Youth Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Stirling Youth Hostel?
St John Street, Stirling.
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