Isle of Skye is a charming island with magic atmosphere, produced by the fog, rain, magnificent cliffs, leafy vegetation, and the sea. It seems incredible that there still remains a place like that on earth, so near home. Portree, the little capital, is a wonderful place with coloured houses (pink, blue, yellow, green) and a small port full of boats. Somebody told me that the inhabitants of Skye had never seen the sun. I don't know if it's true or not, but it's possible (I didn't see the sun in the seven days I stayed there in August 2006). But it doesn't matter, because the island is completely amazing. I highly recommend this fabulous place!
Isle of Skye … If you plan to visit Skye, plan to take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale -- much nicer than the bridge at Lochalsh. A Scottish Piper will greet you at the dock, and the ferry ride is beautiful. Skye is a mystical place, with its blazing sun one minute and torrential downpours the next. Portree is a colorful step back in time and the Gaelic language is everywhere.
Isle of Skye … Easily one of the most breathtaking places on Earth. Friendly people. Kylakin (first town across the bridge from the mainland) is beautiful, but venture out to the edges and coasts of Skye to see jaw-dropping beauty. Wow, wow, wow.
Iona Hostel in Iona … this is truly a wonderful hostel, kept to the highest standards, and lovingly tended, never seen a hostel quite like it actually.
Iona Hostel in Iona … This is the best hostel in the world! I love it so much! Going to the beach everyday is great and its lovely to go in the summer. The air is so clean and fresh!
Skye Backpackers in Isle of Skye … Great friendly staff, nice kitchen and lounge (with fire), and cheap breakfasts. Our room was clean and spacious for four people, the beds looked narrow but were really comfy and we all had a great nights sleep.
Walked over the village green to the pub for a great meal and some live music. Would definitely recommend for a nights stay.
Portree Independent Hostel in Isle of Skye … This hostel was awesome. It is very clean and has an enormous kitchen that is fun to hang out in late into the night. Just be sure to be quiet after 11 p.m. and clean up after yourself. The bathroom was really, really clean!!!
Dun Flodigarry Hostel in Isle of Skye … The hostel is well equipped with a very large kitchen/dining area. There are plenty of cooker, fridges, and equipment and most people seemed to be enjoying some "real" cooking. Plenty of chairs and tables, dining room looks over the sea. The bedrooms were very comfortable, with solid furniture, and warm and clean. As for the power shower -- great. The hostel overlooks the sea with a path going down to the fossil beach! The warden has everything you could want, from electrical adapters to maps and food and bird books. He was very helpful indeed. The situation is fabulous -- marvelous scenery and a really nice atmosphere.
Dun Flodigarry Hostel in Isle of Skye … I just returned from this fabulous hostel in a beautiful location. It has very friendly staff and a family-friendly atmosphere.
Croft Bunkhouse & Bothies in Isle of Skye … I planned to stay for 2 nights, but ended up there for a week! It's in a brill location to explore Skye, and there's a good pub just up the road. The owner gave useful tips regarding local walks and places to see. The hostel itself was clean and cosy. Overall, I'd definitely recommend the place.
Dun Flodigarry Hostel in Isle of Skye … There is simply no other way to describe this hostel but perfect. Me and my nine-year-old kid were there for a couple of days at Easter 2008. Absolutely stunning views and the hostel has a huge kitchen with absolutely everything you need. Brian is a very helpful and friendly guy. We both wished we could have stayed much longer. The only place to stay on Skye for me now.
Skye Backpackers in Isle of Skye … I stayed in this hostel in July 2004. The hostel is great, it's clean and comfy and has the best atmosphere of all the hostels I ever stayed in! It's centrally located and near to the bus station. In front of the hostel are a lawn and the sea. The only negative I can tell about it is, that in the kitchen is not too much space, so maybe you have to wait a little bit, until you can eat your meal. Because there was not very much to see in Kyleakin, I spent much time in the hostel, where I met a lot of people with whom I went in a pub later on. In the hostel, you talk just to everyone and even the staff is really interested in your further journey and all. VISIT THIS HOSTEL!!!
Iona Hostel in Iona … Five stars are not enough for this hostel. I enjoyed my stay so much I have longed to go back ever since. The dorm had lovely big beds, proper bathrooms, and a lovely social common room with an open fire and a large communal table. The island is very beautiful. I went to the evening service at the abbey, a lovely relaxing, moving and uplifting service. Even if you don't have any religious beliefs, I recommend visiting the abbey for the sheer beauty of it lit up by candlelight and floodlit at night and to see a part of Iona that is very important. I found the owners to be the friendliest ever. The Island offers lots of lovely areas for walking or quiet thinking. I agree that you should stock up on food in Mull or Oban. Eating options on the island are limited. Another guest who was there had gone for one night and was still there three weeks later. I know how she felt. I just wanted to stay forever.
Dun Caan Hostel in Isle of Skye … a great home-from-home feeling hostel.
was a great time staying there.
it's very familiar and the owners can tell you a lot about the isle of skye, things to see and to do. there's also a lot of brochures, books, pics and maps.
definitely a great place to stay.
...and to go back!
greetings to laila and terry
Dun Caan Hostel in Isle of Skye … If only I could give them 6million stars!!!!!!! Dun Caan was my first port of call on the amazing Isle of Skye and my few nights there changed the entire course of my life...I am not kidding - love, family, career...the lot. Terry & Laila became good friends (but were great from the first instant - just don't lose your key in the Haakon Bar and attempt to break in at 3am! Terry can be very scary!). Kyleakin's full of hostels but none compare - & I worked in all the other ones! Dun Caan isn't a hostel - it's like a home!
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