Hostelling Scotland
| Abbreviation | Hostelling Scotland (HS) |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1931 |
| Type | Scottish Charity SC013138 |
| Legal status | Company limited by guarantee SC310841 |
| Purpose | Inspire all, especially young people to experience Scotland through the provision of great value and welcoming hostelling accommodation. |
| Headquarters | Stirling, Scotland |
| Location |
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Region served | Scotland |
| Membership | 13,223 (2024-25) |
Official language | English, Gaelic |
Chair | Claire McCorquodale |
Chief Executive | Margo Paterson |
| Affiliations | Hostelling International |
| Revenue | £10,720,750 |
| Staff | 129 Low Season 202 High Season (24/25) |
| Website | Hostelling Scotland |
Hostelling Scotland (SYHA; Gaelic: Comann Osdailean Òigridh na h-Alba) is part of Hostelling International and provides youth hostel accommodation in Scotland. As of September 2025 the organisation represents 53 hostels: 29 run by Hostelling Scotland and 24 affiliates.
Hostelling Scotland is a self-funding charitable organisation, and as a not-for-profit business invests all surplus back into the organisation, both to develop the network and to improve older hostels.