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The Smugglers Hostel

The Smugglers Hostel is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed in designated rooms for no additional fee. Cats are also welcome.
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Room Types
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    • 1 twin bed, 1 bunk bed
    • Up to 5 people
    • No pet fee
    Room details
    1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

    Food & Drink - Shared/communal kitchen access

    Sleep - Bed sheets

    Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower

    Practical - Safe

    Comfort - Heating

    Need to Know - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

    Non-Smoking, pet friendly

    Room Amenities

    • Towels provided
    • Heating
    • Bedsheets provided
    • Non-Smoking
    • Shower only
    • Pet-friendly room
    • Shared/communal kitchen access
    • No housekeeping
    • Private bathroom
    • Private bathroom (not in room)
    • In-room safe
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • No rollaway/extra beds
    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • 1 double bed, 1 bunk bed
    • Up to 4 people
    • No pet fee
    Room details
    1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

    Food & Drink - Shared/communal kitchen access

    Sleep - Bed sheets

    Bathroom - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower

    Practical - Safe

    Comfort - Heating

    Need to Know - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

    Non-Smoking, pet friendly

    Room Amenities

    • Towels provided
    • Heating
    • Bedsheets provided
    • Non-Smoking
    • Shower only
    • Pet-friendly room
    • Shared/communal kitchen access
    • No housekeeping
    • Private bathroom
    • Private bathroom (not in room)
    • In-room safe
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • No rollaway/extra beds
    • No cribs (infant beds)
OUR GUARANTEE: Book a room now! Our canine concierge ensures that BringFido members are assigned a pet-friendly room, so there aren’t any surprises at check-in.

Description

Located in Ballindalloch, The Smugglers Hostel is in a rural location, a 1-minute drive from Drumin Castle and 5 minutes from Speyside Way - Tominoul Spur. This hostel is 19 mi (30.6 km) from Cairngorms National Park and 23.2 mi (37.3 km) from Balmoral Castle. Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Family Rooms
  • Kitchen / Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Free Parking
  • Laundry Room
  • Lawn / Garden

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The Smugglers Hostel is rated 4.1 stars out of 5 by 119 guests on Booking.com. Be the first to leave a review on BringFido!

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FAQs

What is the The Smugglers Hostel pet policy?
The Smugglers Hostel is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed in designated rooms for no additional fee. Cats are also welcome.
Are big dogs allowed at The Smugglers Hostel?
Yes! The Smugglers Hostel allows dogs of any size.
Are multiple pets allowed at The Smugglers Hostel?
Yes! The Smugglers Hostel welcomes multiple pets. If you’re traveling with a lot of pets, and want to double check before booking, our “Canine Concierge” is always available to assist.
Does The Smugglers Hostel allow cats?
Yes! The Smugglers Hostel welcomes cats.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Smugglers Hostel?
Check-in at The Smugglers Hostel is 4pm – 7pm. Check-out is before 10am. If you’d like to request an early or late check-in or check-out, you can make a special request when you book. Note that special requests cannot be guaranteed. Early or late check-in or check-out is only based on availability and at the discretion of the property.
Is free parking available at The Smugglers Hostel?
Yes! The Smugglers Hostel provides free parking for guests.
Does The Smugglers Hostel have a pool or hot tub?
No, The Smugglers Hostel does not have a pool or hot tub. Click here for a list of hotels in Ballindalloch that have pools.
Does The Smugglers Hostel offer a free breakfast?
No. Breakfast isn’t served at The Smugglers Hostel, but we do have some information on dog-friendly restaurants in Ballindalloch.

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The Smugglers Hostel