The Cape Wrath Trail is one of the most remote long-distance hikes in the UK, and figuring out where to sleep along the way can feel pretty daunting. You will have a tent, of course – wild camping is unavoidable on this trail, regardless of the route you choose – but what if you are looking for a bit of comfort, or even just a shower?
Accommodation and campsite options are sparse in comparison to trails like the West Highland Way, but there are more options than you might expect. This guide pulls together the realistic accommodation options along the trail. It’s designed to help you get an idea of where you can weave in a bit of comfort.
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Should I book in advance?
I honestly don’t recommend booking all your accommodation up front. The trail is long enough, and there are enough variables that can cause you to change your plans that it’s not really that viable. Having said that, Scotland can be a tourist hotspot in the summer, so it’s unlikely to find a spot anywhere by just rocking up and asking unless it’s a large hostel or a campsite.
If you want to stay somewhere, I recommend looking a few days in advance and booking your option. If you are not comfortable with this, there are enough campsites that you can generally have a shower etc., without ever having to book accommodation.
Accommodation Types and Pricing
While there are many nights you won’t be able to find accommodation, there are a variety of options dotted along the Cape Wrath Trail. Whether you’re looking for a campsite, keeping it simple in a hostel, or seeking a cosy bed and breakfast after a long day’s walk, there’s something to suit every budget and style.
Typical Prices
- Campsites: ~ £10‑£15 per person, per night
Hostels / Bunkhouses: ~ £25‑£35 per bunk per night
Ideal for solo walkers or those keeping costs low.B&Bs & Guesthouses: ~ £90‑£150 + per night for a double/twin room
Breakfast often includedHotels: ~ £120‑£200+ per night for a double/twin room
Breakfast often included
Budget Types
Practical Notes & Variables
Seasonality: Prices tend to rise and availability fall in the high season (May‑September) compared to shoulder seasons.
Group vs solo: Shared dorms are the cheapest per person, while private rooms obviously cost more. If you are in a group you have the option to book e.g. family rooms and split the cost. Some places may offer a single occupancy rate for double/twin rooms.
Booking direct: Booking direct with the accommodation is often slightly cheaper than booking via websites like booking.com
Cape Wrath Trail Accommodation & Campsite Google Maps Overview
Explore Accommodation & Campsites on the Map
Use the interactive map below to find places to stay. Colours show the price range — green for budget options, yellow for mid-range, and orange for higher-end. Icons help you spot the type of accommodation at a glance: 🏠 self-catering, ⛺ campsites, 🛌🛌 bunkhouses, and 🛏️ hotels or B&Bs.
Accommodation & Campsite Options By Stage
Prices mentioned are based on peak season 2026.
I’ve again categorised the accommodation based on price per person per night (pppn) – adding a 🟢 for budget, 🟡 for Mid-Range and 🟠 for Higher-End options.
Solo travelling can be expensive – price per person per night is not necessarily indicative of what is the most affordable option for one person. For that reason I have also indicated the cheapest option for solo travellers per stage with a 💵
Section 1: Fort William – Shiel Bridge
Fort William
Glen Nevis (about 3 miles / 5km outside of Fort William – can be reached by walking or taxi)
🟢💵 Glen Nevis Youth Hostel: £33 for a bunk, £92+ for a private room
🟡 Ben Nevis Inn: £210 for 4 person room, £250-400 for 6-10 person rooms
Fort William
🟢💵 Fort William Backpackers Hostel: £34 for bunk, £80 for private twin room with shared bathroom
🟡 Bank Street Lodge: £103 for single, £153 for double/twin, £166 for triple, £182 for 4 person, £204 for 6 person
🟠 Strathmore Guest House: £138 single, £153 double
🟠 Fassifern B&B: £146 for single, £162 for double
🟠 The Highland Hotel: £180 for double/twin
🟠 Travelodge Fort William: £190 for double
🟠 Premier Inn Fort William: £178-£209 for double/twin
🟠 The Alexandra Hotel: 227 for double/twin
🟠 Garrison Hotel: £236-£248 for double/twin, £252 for triple
🟠 Lime Tree Hotel: £237 for double, £267 for triple
🟠 Muthu Fort William Hotel: £323-£444 for double/twin, £383-£403 for triple
Glenfinnan
🟠💵 Stage House B&B: ~£150 for single, £180+ for double/twin
🟠 Glenfinnan House Hotel: £350+ for double
Inverie
🟢💵 Long Beach Campsite: £10 – toilet facilities but no shower
🟢 Knoydart Bunkhouse: £29 for a bunk
Barrisdale
🟢💵 Campsite / bothy: £5 honesty fee – toilet, running water, electricity
🟡 Self Catering cottages: £135-£165 for 1-2 people, £165-£195 for 3-4 people
Kinloch Hourn
🟡🟠💵 Lochhournhead B&B: £150-£180 for double/twin, £200-£250 for 4 person family room
If you are keen for a shower or laundry but don’t want to splash on a room, they offer those services separately – but it’s pretty pricy. £20 for a shower and £20 for a load of washing
Shiel Bridge / Morvich / Kyle of Lochalsh
Shiel Bridge
Glenshiel Campsite: £16 per person
Between Shiel Bridge and Morvich
Kintail Lodge Hotel: £130 for single room, £190 for double/twin and for 4 person room
Morvich
Morvich Campsite: £17.30 per person
Kyle of Lochalsh
Accessible by bus. See >here< for timetable.
The Co-op offers a more varied resupply option.
Kyle Hotel: £135 for single room, £200+ for double/twin Skye Bridge Hotel: Lochalsh Hotel: £185 for single, £225+ for double/twin
Section 1 Alternate: via Invergarry
Gairlochy
On the way
🟡 Torcastle House B&B: £120 for double/twin, £155 for triple
Gairlochy
Camping area Great Glen Way: free
Basic camp site with toilet facilities
Laggan
The Great Glen Hostel: £50 for a bunk, £80 for twin, £100 for triple, £120-£140 for 5 person room Forest Lodge: £95 for double/twin, £144 for triple
Mandally / Invergarry
Saddle Mountain Hostel: £33 for a bunk, £80 for twin, other room sizes also available
🟡 Ardgarry Farm B&B: £130-£150 for double/twin Corrie View: £170 for double/twin Glengarry Castle Hotel: £170-£180 for single, £270-£300 for double Invergarry Hotel: £175 for single, £290+ for double/twin
Cluanie
Cluanie Inn: £250+ for double/twin
Glen Affric
Glen Affric Youth Hostel: £25 for bunk, £75 for a room
Section 2: Shiel Bridge – Ullapool
Strathcarron
Strathcarron Hotel Camping: Available in field next to the hotel, with use of hotel toilet facilities – £5 to pitch, £5 extra to shower The Strathcarron Hotel: £140 for single, £190 for double/twin
Craig
Gerry’s Hostel: £20+ per person for a bunk
Torridon
Torridon isn’t directly on the route – it’s about 4.5 miles or 7.25 km from the classic route that goes past Ling Hut. However, you could reach it either by trying to hitch-hike or by pre-arranging a taxi from Torridon. You can find local information, including taxi numbers >here<
Torridon Campsite: donation based Torridon Youth Hostel: £27 for bunk, £77+ for a room
Kinlochewe
Beinn Eighe Campsite: donation based – no showers, but those are in available in the public restrooms in the village
Campsite is located about 1.5 miles / 2.4km outside of the village Kinlochewe Caravan & Campsite: £19.50 per person
Very limited tenting availability, booking in advance is advised
🟡 Rowan Cottage Rooms B&B: £120 for double/twin
🟡 Kinlochewe Hotel: £100 for single, £135-£165 for double/twin
Inverlael
🟡 Clachan Farmhouse: £65 pppn for double/twin Clachan Garden B&B: £160+ for double/twin – discounted rates for solo occupancy
Ullapool
Broomfield Holiday Park: £13 per person Ullapool Youth Hostel: £28 for a bunk, £79+ for a room
🟡 Lochview Guesthouse: £125+ for double/twin
🟡 Waterside House B&B: £130+ for double/twin
🟡 Riverside B&B: £90-£100 for single, £90-£160 for double/twin
🟡 Ferry Boat Inn: £145+ for double/twin
🟡 The Argyll Hotel: £145+ for double/twin or 3 person bunk room
🟡 The Old Schoolhouse B&B: £140+ for double/twin Highland Rooms: £150 for double/twin, £250 for quad room Caledonian Hotel: £105 for single, £165+ for double/twin Harbour House: £165+ for double/twin Royal Hotel: £185+ for double/twin
The Ceilidh Place: bunk rooms & double/twin available – contact directly for pricing
Section 3: Ullapool – Cape Wrath
Oykel Bridge
Oykel Bridge Hotel: 🟡 Bothy Rooms -> £60 for single, £95 for double/twin – prices for room only, additional fee for B&B/dinner options
🟡 Hotel Rooms -> £130+ for single, £225+ for double/twin – breakfast included
Inchnadamph
Inchnadamph Explorers Lodge: £33 for a bunk, £109 for twin room, £129 for triple room Inchnadamph Hotel: £85 per person for double/twin
Kylesku
Kylesku Hotel: £230+ for double/twin
Rhiconich
Rhiconich Hotel: £185+ for double/twin
Kinlochbervie
On the way
🟡 Old Schoolhouse hotel & Restaurant: £130-£160 for double/twin, single occupancy rates available
Kinlochbervie
🟡 Kinlochbervie Hotel £100+ for double/twin
Oldshoremore
2 miles / 3.2km past Kinlochbervie
🟡 Oldshoremore Retreats: £12 per person for camping, £120 for a 2 person pod
Cape Wrath
Cape Wrath Bunkhouse: enquire directly for latest bunk pricing
Durness
Sango Sands Oasis Campsite: £13 per person Durness Youth Hostel: £27 for bunk, £110+ for double/twin Atlantic Pods: £130 for a pod that sleeps 4
🟡 Fashven B&B: £115 for double/twin, £135 with breakfast
🟡 Wild Orchid Guesthouse: £140 for double/twin, £220 for quad family room Smoo Cave Hotel: £125 for single, £160 for double/twin Smoo Lodge B&B: £235+ for double
Final Thoughts
One of the things I appreciated most on the Cape Wrath Trail was having options. Some nights that meant a campsite and a shower, others it meant pushing on or adjusting plans entirely. Hopefully this guide helps you understand where those options exist, so you are informed and can make decisions on the trail as and when you need to.
Next Steps:
→ [ Cape Wrath Trail Food & Resupply Guide ]
→ [ Getting To & From the Cape Wrath Trail: A Practical Guide ]
→ [ Are You Ready for the Cape Wrath Trail? ]
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