Outer Hebrides Accommodation
Accommodation In Outer Hebrides
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Accommodation on the Hebridean islands is generally not difficult to find, except perhaps at the height of the summer when you should book in advance, either directly or through the local tourist office. There are plenty of B&Bs and guesthouses scattered throughout the islands, many of which offer better value than the hotels. Most don't have private bathrooms, but they're comfortable, very welcoming and will offer evening meals. It's a good idea to book ahead if you're staying on a Sun. If you're staying in the countryside, you should check if there's a convenient pub or hotel to eat in, and if not, make arrangements to eat at your B&B.
There are numerous self-catering style cottages across the islands, many of which are advertised in the Western Isles brochure published annually by the Western Isles Tourist Board. There are also several official youth hostels in converted crofts scattered around the islands in isolated locations. Some are difficult to get to without your own transport, but you can always hitchhike. They are run by the SYHA or the Gatliff Hebridean Hostels Trust. They are basic and adequate, but take a sleeping bag and food. Most of them don't have phones, so you can't book in advance, and try not to arrive or leave on a Sun. The Gatliff Trust has 4 hostels on the islands. Contact them at 71-77 Cromwell Street, Stornoway, or visit their website: www.gatliff. ic24.net There are also several new independent private hostels, which are clean and modern, and more expensive.