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The best hostels in Scalloway

Some of the best backpacker spots in Scalloway

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Set in Lerwick, 600 metres from Bain's Beach, Islesburgh House Hostel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

Clean, tidy, excellent facilities including bathrooms and kitchen. Very spacious and well-kept gardens.
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9.2
Superb
811 reviews
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£56
1 night, 2 adults

Port Arthur House Halls of Residence is located in Scalloway. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

Great staff
Review score
9.4
Superb
5 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 166 reviews
    It was the perfect location to travel around the Shetlands. Great views, great location.
    Guest review by
    andrea
    Group
  • Review score
    7.9
    Good · 115 reviews
    The hotel and staff were excellent, I would have no complaints. The location is great just what suited me happily there was very little/no suitable accomodation in Lerwick or I would not have found this place. Only negative point I could make is for me for a single room I thought it was ecpensive, although as it was absolutely comparable with accomodation in the area at that time of year..actually cheaper than most, I cannot justify reducing the score for this. Evening meal and breakfast were also both very enjoyable.
    Guest review by
    Ross HUNTER
    Group
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 166 reviews
    Clean and comfortable. Early access was appreciated after a sleepless night on the ferry. A great location for touring south Mainland.
    Guest review by
    Deakin
    Young couple
  • Review score
    7.9
    Good · 115 reviews
    Great location in the historical centre of Scalloway. Lovely sea view from our room and the staff were really friendly.
    Guest review by
    Sue
    Young couple
  • Review score
    7.9
    Good · 115 reviews
    Great location, clean and comfy bed
    Guest review by
    Helen
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 166 reviews
    great location and lovely views over Scalloway. Loved visiting Shetland and staying in this tranquil cottage.
    Guest review by
    Alastair
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 166 reviews
    Kitchen faciilities provided everything I needed for a few days away for work. As a lone female I felt safe in the area and in the property. Bed was comfortable, shower was super and internet was amazing. A short car ride to Lerwick and the most amazing views from the chalet. I honestly wouldn't want to stay anywhere else when visiting Shetland again!
    Guest review by
    Zena
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 18 reviews
    The house was fresh, warm, clean and dry with a great location. Julie was friendly and helpful and very quick to respond to queries. Highly recommended.
    Guest review by
    Jenny
    Family with young children
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 166 reviews
    Great location!
    Guest review by
    Angie
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 166 reviews
    great location
    Guest review by
    marilena
    Young couple