Islesburgh House Hostel, Lerwick
Overview
Offering 15 rooms, Islesburgh House Hostel Lerwick boasts a location 450m from Mousa. Featuring Wi-Fi, this Lerwick hostel is also about 25 minutes' walk from Shetland Textile Museum.
Location
Staying at the hostel, guests can pay a visit to Fort Charlotte, located merely 500 metres away. The Lerwick accommodation is not far from Hauteville House.
Broch of Clickimin is 1.4 km from the hostel.
Viking bus station can be found within a few blocks of Islesburgh House hostel.
Rooms
Equipped with an electric kettle, some rooms also feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests will find such amenities as a walk-in shower in the private bathrooms.
Eat & Drink
Central Cafe café is just moments from this property. There is a shared kitchen at the Lerwick hostel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Dining
- Restaurant
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Recommended for:
Island HoppingEmbark on a thrilling adventure by hopping on a boat tour to explore the captivating islands surrounding Lerwick.
Seabird WatchingWitness the mesmerizing sight of thousands of seabirds at nearby Noss National Nature Reserve, including puffins and guillemots.
Whale WatchingJoin a guided tour to spot magnificent whales, such as orcas and humpbacks, in the rich marine waters surrounding Islesburgh House Hostel.
BeachcombingWander along the shores of Lerwick's stunning beaches and discover hidden treasures washed up by the North Sea.
CoasteeringGet your adrenaline pumping as you explore the rugged coastline while jumping off cliffs, swimming through natural rock pools, and traversing sea caves.
Wildlife SafariTake a wildlife safari tour and marvel at the diverse wildlife that inhabits the Shetland Islands, including otters, seals, and even the elusive Shetland ponies.
- Traditional Music Sessions
- Folklore storytelling
- Scottish Ceilidh
- Traditional Shetland Crafts Workshop
- Shetland Food Tasting
- Hiking in Scenic Trails
- Nature Photography Workshop
- Stargazing
- Botanical Garden Visit
Location
* Situated in historic Lerwick, the hostel lies near Lerwick Town Hall, Fort Charlotte, and Clickimin Broch. * The area boasts rich maritime heritage, with Shetland Museum and Archives, Lerwick Bressay Ferry Terminal, and local cuisine featuring fresh seafood. * St. Columba's Church, Town Holm green space, and Lerwick Harbour front suit visitors seeking history and outdoor recreation.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants