Rowardennan Lodge Youth Hostel

Stayed here on my second night of hiking the WHW. This hostel is so fabulous! Even if you’re not doing the hike it’s so beautiful to stay there and enjoy the calmness of the lake. They serve dinner. You can choose from different options. There is also a fully equipped kitchen you can prepare your own meals. Just skip the 3d day of hiking and go straight to tyndrym, you will save your knees and exhausting days of hiking!

After what felt like the longest day ever hiking it was a relief to get into the hostel. Unfortunately we were too late for dinner but the front desk has some options behind the counter. Cup O Noodles hit the spot. Everything is super clean and the staff on site are very helpful. We had a lovely view of Loch Lomond and after a long day hiking the cold water was very refreshing. Breakfast is very nice and we had a packed lunch for the next day of hiking. That was very refreshing to eat on the shore of the loch.

This was my first hostel stay and I found it amazing. Walking the west highland way and this Hostel was directly on the path with the most amazing views of Loch lomand. I had under estimated how long that section of the journey would take me and I ended up arriving as the sun went down. I called the Hostel to explain i was very late and tired, they made sure the cook saved me a dinner and was so kind to me when I walked in extremely exhausted and hungry. My shared room was comfy and showers warm and clean. I only wished I could've stayed longer to fully experience the amazing location and kind hospitality!