Hostels in Perthshire

Hostels in Perthshire cater to a specific crowd: people who'd rather spend money on experiences than thread counts. The SYHA hostel in Pitlochry sits in a Victorian mansion overlooking the town — one of Scotland's most scenic hostel settings. Independent hostels and bunkhouses dot the glens, providing simple bases for Munro baggers and long-distance walkers tackling routes like the Cateran Trail.

Communal kitchens let you cook your own meals (pasta after a day on the hills never tasted so good), and common rooms are where trail stories get swapped over mugs of tea. Private rooms suit couples and those who prefer their own space, at prices that leave budget for a distillery tour or a day's fishing. The social atmosphere makes hostels particularly good for solo travellers who want company on the trail.