Islesburgh House Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationKing Harald Street, Lerwick, United KingdomShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, cleanliness and location.
9.21,220Reviews- Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at King Harald Street.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Welcome to Islesburgh House Hostel!
Convenient Location: Located in Lerwick, just 600 meters from Bain's Beach, our hostel offers a serene setting with easy access to the beach for a relaxing getaway.
Comfortable Accommodation: Our rooms are equipped with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs and cozy bed linens, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.
Great Facilities: Enjoy our garden, free private parking, shared lounge, and on-site restaurant during your stay. With a shared kitchen and free WiFi, we provide everything you need for a convenient and enjoyable visit.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Restaurant
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 1,220 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.2
- Rooms8.7
- Amenities9.2
- Value9.2
- Food & drink8.7
Guests mention
Clean and spacious roomsFriendly staff
RuthGermanyAlles war prima, ich kann es nur empfehlen!
Ein sehr schönes Hostel, mit sehr guter Ausstattung. Die Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und die Lage ist super.
FionaUnited KingdomPerfect for a night in Lerwick
Spotlessly clean. Room very comfortable and liked the mini fridge. Lovely comfy couches in front TV room. Didn’t use the kitchen but it looked very well equipped.
Staff excellent very friendly welcome.
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KarineCHAucun regret, merci pour l'accueil
Très bonne auberge de jeunesse, personne extrêmement aimable et flexible, rapport qualité-prix.
La literie a été plus ou moins appréciée en fonction des membres de la famille, plus difficile pour les deux hommes du…
FionaUnited KingdomAffordable accommodation, a bit dated but clean, good atmosphere, friendly staff. Would stay again
Was a good location, simple but clean. Staff were helpful. The kids really enjoyed it. Had a room with shared bathrooms and showers and they were lovely and clean.
The room was very warm through the night and radiator…
CarolUnited KingdomCan’t wait to visit again. Would definitely recommend this hostel!
Location, facilities, staff
JamesUnited StatesDefinitely will stay here again on the next trip to Lerwick.
Staff was phenomenal and helpful. Rooms were extremely clean. Will stay here again!
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Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
King Harald Street, Lerwick, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Islesburgh House Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Islesburgh House Hostel?
Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Islesburgh House Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Islesburgh House Hostel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Islesburgh House Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Islesburgh House Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Islesburgh House Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Islesburgh House Hostel?
King Harald Street, Lerwick.
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