Skye Backpackers

Skye


The friendly Skye Backpackers is our favourite hostel in Kyleakin, with even cheaper beds (£14) in caravans out back.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Skye attractions

1. Bright Water Visitor Centre

0.24 MILES

The community-run visitor centre serves as a base for tours of Eilean Ban – the island used as a stepping stone by the Skye Bridge – where Gavin Maxwell …

2. Kyle Line Museum

0.83 MILES

Enterprising local volunteers have put together this likeable museum at the end of Kyle's railway station platform, with train memorabilia, a model…

3. Eilean Donan Castle

8.09 MILES

Photogenically sited at the entrance to Loch Duich, Eilean Donan is one of Scotland’s most evocative castles and must now be represented in millions of…

4. Gallery An Talla Dearg

9.13 MILES

This gallery exhibits the works of artists who have been inspired by Scottish landscapes, wildlife and culture.

5. Torabhaig Distillery

11.89 MILES

A converted farm steading overlooking the sea houses Skye's second distillery, opened in 2017. There's a visitor centre and cafe; tours are best booked in…

6. Applecross Heritage Centre

12.31 MILES

By a church, this interesting museum has resources for discovering your Applecross roots as well as displays on spinning wool – you may see a craftsperson…

7. Raasay Distillery

13.94 MILES

Raasay's first ever (legal!) distillery opened in 2017, and comes with a twist – you can stay the night here, in one of the six designer bedrooms in the…

8. Museum of the Isles

15.3 MILES

Just along the road from Armadale pier is the part-ruined Armadale Castle, former seat of Lord MacDonald of Sleat. The neighbouring museum will tell you…