Although the hostel is in a quiet rural area, we always advise you to bring your own bike lock – especially as some guests can have expensive bikes!

Yes, we have a covered area for storing bikes as well as other free standing cycle racks around the hostel.  Air pump, bike repair stand etc are available too.

Yes, the Hostel has parking for 7 vehicles with an additional 1 disabled parking space, as well as space for motorbikes.  For more information, please see the section on parking in our Terms and Conditions.

We love having families with children staying with us, but as you’d expect we need to make sure that we can meet your requirements, so it’s always a good idea to get in touch to tell us more about the ages of the children and any other relevant information.  Please refer to full details in our terms and conditions.

We have 2 dorm rooms for 4 & 6 guests, which are outside the main hostel but still within the same building.  These can be used for single gender, small group or family bookings, depending on your requirements and availability.

We make every effort to provide accessible facilities at our hostel, full details are available on our website.  Our 6 bed bunk room is fully accessible with a walk/roll-in shower and accessible WC.  2 further bedrooms are accessible for limited ability guests as they have low threshold shower trays. All common areas of the hostel can be accessed by wheelchair users.  We also have disabled parking and ramp access to the walkway around the hostel’s outside eating area.  Please discuss any specific requirements with us prior to booking.

No, you don’t have to share a room.  In addition to our en-suite bunk rooms for 4 & 6, we offer a range of ‘private’ accommodation, including single, twin and family rooms...all our bedrooms are en-suite!

Your room will be fully cleaned and disinfected/sananited prior to your arrival and cleaned again on your departure.  In general staff won’t enter your bedroom during your stay, except with your agreement (e.g. to rectify a maintenance issue), however the Warden may enter guest rooms to ensure compliance with Hostel Terms and Conditions, particularly in regard to guest safety and security.

Guests are allowed to bring / consume their own alcohol, but should drink and behave responsibly, to take account of other guests.  Guests under 18 will not be permitted to drink alcohol on the premises and proof of age may be required.

'PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION': All bedrooms have keypad locks.

'SHARED ACCOMMODATION': Any luggage that doesn’t contain valuables, such as clothes and toiletries, can be left in your room.  Phones, cameras, laptops, passports, etc, should be kept on your person or safeguarded if you are staying in a shared room. 

Please note that Argyll Backpackers does not accept responsibility for any lost or stolen items other than as specified in our terms and conditions.

Yes, we have free Wi-Fi which can be accessed in most areas of the hostel, the code is displayed by the guest noticeboard.

All rooms now have a kettle and mugs and our external bunk rooms (for 4&6) also now have a microwave and coolbox for those guests who don’t need to use the kitchen facilities.

We have a small stock of tinned/dry foods available for guests to purchase – prices are available on request. Although we don’t serve meals, we can arrange a collection service from local take-away premises – please ask us for details.

Yes.  The hostel has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, comprising 3 separate kitchen areas, each with it’s own double hob, kettle, toaster and sink.  One of which is suitable for wheelchair access.  There are 3x microwaves and oven/grills, as well as a large fridge and a small fridge.  This is a shared facility and we encourage everyone to consider other guests when using equipment and storage space as well as ensuring that all surfaces, utensils and equipment is kept clean.  Each room has it's own lockable cupboard containing crockery/cutlery/glasses/teatowel. There are shelves in the large fridge and dry food racks both marked for use by guests in each of our rooms.  Complimentary tea and coffee is provided, plus there is usually basic cereals & cooking oil etc.  Please refer to specific Covid-19 arrangements detailed here.

All bed linen is provided within the cost of your accommodation but there is a small charge for the hire of personal towels.

You’ll always get a warm welcome, comfortable, clean, safe environment within a range of ‘private’ or shared accommodation and are suitable for individuals, couples, families and groups...all bedrooms are ensuite!

Hostels offer great value, safe, flexible, ‘private’ or shared ensuite accommodation and always a warm welcome!  You’ll be able to discuss your travel plans with the Warden and other guests, to benefit from their local and expert local knowledge. Our rooms provide a range of accommodation for singles, couples, families and groups – all at affordable prices.  Our hostel is open to all, whatever age and wherever you’re from - everyone is welcome.

The service bus between Glasgow and Campbeltown (Citylink 926) passes our door and the driver will usually be happy to drop you off / pick up right at the hostel.  One service a day even travels via Glasgow airport.

The hostel is within the small hamlet of Inverneil, right on the shore of Loch Fyne, ideally situated for island hopping or exploring local routes (Kintyre Way, Caledonian NCN 78, Kintyre 66 etc).  Just 2 miles south of Ardrishaig the start (or end) of the Crinan Canal, and 10 miles from Tarbert, there’s easy access to the beach and to local woodland.

Depending on which route you’re travelling you can pick up supplies in Lochgilphead (5 miles away) or Ardrishaig (2 miles away) if travelling north to south or from Tarbert (10 miles away) if travelling south to north.

The nearest mini market / grocery store is 2 miles away in Ardrishaig, although there’s a bigger range of shops and a supermarket in Lochgilphead (5 miles from the hostel).  The nearest restaurant is in the Grey Gull in Ardrishaig, but again there are other cafes, restaurants and bars in Lochgilphead or in Tarbert (10 miles from the hostel).

Dogs are only allowed in ‘common areas’ of the hostel if kept on a short lead and do not cause distress to other guests.  Dogs are not allowed in the kitchen area or on beds or other furniture.  In consideration of other guests please adhere to our Terms and Conditions section here.

no, we don’t charge for dogs other than if we need to carry out extra cleaning, in which case we reserve the right to charge £15 / hour.  Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring your dog(s).  In consideration of other guests please adhere to our Terms and Conditions section.  We also accept registered assistance dogs at our hostels, but again, please notify us of this when booking. 

We will ask you for confirmation that your dog(s) has been fully inoculated, that it is well behaved and will not be left alone for any period of time.

Yes, small/medium sized dogs are welcome at Argyll Backpackers, up to a maximum of 2 per room, or more at the discretion of the Warden if Group/’Sole Use’ is booked.  There is usually no charge unless additional cleaning is required (charged at £15 / hour).  Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring your dog(s).  In consideration of other guests please adhere to our Terms and Conditions section.  We also accept registered assistance dogs at our hostels, but again, please notify us of this when booking.  We will ask you for confirmation that your dog(s) has been fully inoculated, that it is well behaved and will not be left alone for any period of time. 

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