Glencoe Youth Hostel Hits 70 Years

July 30, 2009 - PRLog -- Oban Youth Hostel, located on the esplanade, has been undergoing a face-lift. The project, which has cost a projected £35k, has included the formation of a new catering-style kitchen which will be for guest and public use; a fantastic new dining room and furniture; building alterations to provide a new fire escape route; and repairs to the roof.

The 3-star seafront hostel, with panoramic views across the Sound of Mull, and the adjacent 4-star lodge are situated next to the bustling town centre making the hostel a firm favourite with independent travellers and families from all over the world. The lodge incorporates top-class hostel standards including three and four bedded rooms all with en-suite toilet and shower facilities. The kitchen and dining refurbishment has just added to the appeal of this already popular hostel.

Whether you are looking for an action-packed adventure, a taste of the local culture and history, or complete peace and quiet, you’ll be well located to enjoy all that this town has to offer. Oban Youth Hostel also boasts an enviable position to provide an excellent stop over for those travelling onwards to the islands.

The hostel is open as usual and looking forward to welcoming guests.  
If you would like to book in at Oban hostel or you would like general information about Hostelling Scotland locations log onto: www.syha.org.uk, phone: 0845 293 73 73 or email reservations@syha.org.uk.  

SYHA is a registered charity dedicated to providing low cost, quality accommodation across Scotland. The charity is committed to promoting the social, environmental and educational benefits of hostelling to all, from families to retired people, couples to groups of friends.

Visit www.hostellingscotland.com for more information about the Hostel Network. Book on line or call the Reservations Team on 0845 293 73 73.

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Note to Editors:

SYHA Hostelling Scotland currently has a network of 63 hostels throughout Scotland.

The charity’s Hostels serve most of the country’s most desirable destinations, from key urban locations to breathtaking rural areas, including some of Scotland’s most remote, and enticing, beauty spots.

An important provider of accommodation services within the Scottish tourism sector, SYHA Hostels provide a unique base and services for the wealth of activities and events that take in the best of Scotland. These can include outdoor pursuits, festival going, environmental education, culture and heritage, wildlife watching, school trips, weddings and conferences.

Many of our hostels now offer single, twin and family rooms with en-suite facilities in addition to the traditional dormitory style accommodation.

With more than 20,000 registered members, SYHA Hostelling Scotland is the largest participant in the hostel market, attracting more than 500,000 overnight guests each year – of which about 40% are from out with Scotland – with a valued contribution of over £20 million to the Scottish economy per annum.

SYHA Hostelling Scotland is a member of the worldwide community of Hostelling International, incorporating the International Youth Hostel Federation, which covers more than 90 Youth Hostel Associations around the world and offers members and guests amazing experiences in over 4,000 Youth Hostels in more than 80 countries.

The charity’s new website is designed to be user friendly, attractive and an inspiration to make the most of Scotland. To discover how we have improved it visit: www.hostellingscotland.com.

Contact  

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General Media enquiries to Ann Confrey at Proscot Public Relations 0131 468 7055 or ann@proscot-pr.co.uk