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Port Charlotte Youth Hostel

4.0 star property
Beach hostel in Islay Island with free parking

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Beach nearby, white sand
Beach nearby, white sand
Garden
Living area
Property amenity

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Port Charlotte, Main Street, Islay Island, Scotland, PA48 7TX
  • Wildlife Information Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Museum of Islay Life
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Islay Natural History Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Islay (ILY)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Microwave
Oven
Freezer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Islay Island

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel places you steps from Wildlife Information Centre and within a 10-minute stroll of Museum of Islay Life. Highlights at this beach hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. Each morning self-service breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Islay Island hostel include Islay Natural History Centre and Port Mor.
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What's nearby

  • Museum of Islay Life - 5 min walk
  • Bruichladdich Distillery - 3 min drive
  • Islay Ales - 12 min drive
  • Bowmore Distillery - 16 min drive
  • Kilchoman Distillery - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Peatzeria - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant at Port Charlotte Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kilchoman Distillery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lucci’s - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kilchoman Distillery Cafe - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel

Beach hostel in Islay Island with free parking
As a guest of Port Charlotte Youth Hostel, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Islay Island hostel is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel offers 8 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 9:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 31 October and 31 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children
  • Towels fee: GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel Islay Island
Port Charlotte Youth Islay Island
Charlotte Youth Hostel Islay
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel Islay Island
Port Charlotte Youth
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Port Charlotte Youth Hostel
Port Charlotte Youth Islay
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel Islay Island
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

Yep, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

Yep, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel is a short 14-minute walk from Port Mor.

Does Port Charlotte Youth Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, self-service breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

No, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

Check-in begins at 5 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
This was one of our favorite places to stay in Scotland. The host and hostess went out of their way to be helpful and made it very warm and welcoming. The “little breakfast” was just right and they have both washers and dryers in the laundry (a big deal here!).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts and the hostel's facilities superb. Deserves an external redecoration!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lorna and Karl are exceptional hosts: very welcoming and helpful. They really do make you feel at home. The hostel is very well equipped, clean, right on the beach and within walking distance of excellent restaurants (and a short drive to the local distillery!) The lounge is comfortable and roomy. The kitchen has everything you need to make your own meals. A self-serve buffet breakfast is also available. I highly recommend this hostel and would definitely stay here again, given the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful staff. Clean, comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neill, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only issue I found was the wifi was very random and would cut out often. Lorna and Karl were great hosts - very friendly and knowledgeable. Make sure to book for dinner as places can fill quickly
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxed friendly atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hostel and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Murray James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent facility
Does what it says on the tin. Basic but very comfortable, clean, tidy and welcoming. Just what I wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Murray James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

KRISTIN E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Great place to stay right on the beach and under five minutes to a Spar and a whisky bar and good restaurant. The managers went above and beyond to make me comfortable get me the information that I needed. Beautiful views from the common rooms and kitchen. Bus stop 2-3min walk. Then only downside was the thin walls. It’s not their fault they had loud guests, but I was in my own room and still needed ear plus with the snoring and talking in the male dorm next door. Overall, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place on service and location alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Annukka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is the way
Owners are nice people with great service attitude. Everything worked as promised. Would be great to visit avain. Good beds, toilets, showers and common spaces. Beautiful environment, restaurants nearby. Recycling works. Alles gut..😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Carsten

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018