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Port Charlotte Youth Hostel

4.0 star property

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Beach nearby, white sand
Property grounds
Marina
Daily self-service breakfast for a fee
Beach nearby, white sand

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

Explore the area

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Port Charlotte, Main Street, Islay Island, Scotland, PA48 7TX
  • Place, Wildlife Information Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Islay Life
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Mor
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Islay (ILY)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. 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

  • Wildlife Information Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Museum of Islay Life - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Port Mor - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Port ban - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lagavulin Distillery - 53 min drive - 44.9 km

Getting around

  • Islay (ILY) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Port Charlotte Hotel And Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bruichladdich Distillery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taj Mahal Tandoori - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kilchoman Distillery Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kilchoman Distillery - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Port Charlotte Youth Hostel also features a garden, laundry facilities, and a communal living room. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Dining venue
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel offers 8 accommodations. This Islay Island hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 31 October and 31 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel on 28 Jun 2026 start from NZ$204, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

Yep, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

Yep, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel is a short 14-minute walk from Port Mor. Fun beach activities include swimming.

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.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel's onsite restaurant.

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, pets are not allowed.

Port Charlotte Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neill

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juha

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are angels on earth! Karl helped me fix a ferry/bus schedule problem and saved me from being stranded across the island in the dark. Lorna saved me from another transportation oversight I made, connecting me with a taxi driver that kept me on schedule. Without them my whole trip to Islay would have been a disaster, but instead, it was wonderful! Oh, and the hostel is lovely, clean, informative, and peaceful.
Right on the beach!
Nature center downstairs
Tidal pools
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

とても心地よく滞在しました

管理人さんがとても親切で、施設も清潔でよく整頓されていて、非常に心地よく滞在できました。
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Lars

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

8/10 Good

Annukka

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

10/10 Excellent

Murray James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Carsten

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