Travel Tip Philllip, England & Wales (Traveller):
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Hostel Details
Ratings
So much to do, so little time! Sample the lively pubs and good restaurants which use fresh local produce. Enjoy a wealth of festivals: Folk, Blues, Sailing, Food, Science and the most celebrated-the St Magnus Festival in June. You certainly shouldn't miss the world -class archaeological sites including the neolothic chambered tomb at Maes Howe, Skara Brae (5000 years' old), the standing stones at the Ring of Brodgar and the Tomb of the Eagles. And remember the finest medieval building in the north of Scotland, the beautiful 12thC St Magnus Cathedral, originally started by the Vikings, & the tiny sanctuary of the Italian Chapel. Take advantage of good guided tours from the helpful TIC or rent a bike from the town (the island is fairly flat!). And finish off with a well appreciated tour round the most northerly distillery - Highland Park. Orkney is famous for its huge seabird colonies and its the extensive subaqua dive opportunities in the clear water of Scapa Flow. Otters and seals abound, and the flora is extensive on the rich earth of the countryside. If you have time, go island-hopping by plane or fby ferry The hostel is large, well-equipped, welcoming and comfortable, having small rooms, a large airy dining room & a well equipped kitchen plus a good drying room with laundry facilities. Private rooms available.
Attractions
Historical sites nearby
River/harbour/lake nearby
Hiking area
Main attractions nearby
Nightlife nearby
Restaurants nearby
Shopping centre/market nearby
Facilities
Family rooms available
Suitable for wheelchair users
TV room
Groups welcome
Common room(s)
Sheets in price
Laundry facilities
Internet access
Credit card accepted
Individual traveller welcome
Luggage Store
Non smoking room/area
Basic store available at or near the hostel
Garden
Green Hostel
Rates include local tax
Cycle store at Hostel
Prices from
Bed price from:
13.00 GBP
Double/Twin Room:
30.00 GBP
Hostel bed capacity
Beds per room:
Total beds
Number of rooms:
2
3
10
13
87
Opening times
Opening times (daily/weekly):
The reception is open between 8.00am - 10.00am and from 5.00pm - Midnight.
Opening times (over the year):
Open from 18/03/08 - 25/10/08. Available out of season through Rentahostel.com.
Directions
Bus:
Some island services from bus station & to Orphir past the door. Direct coach to Inverness
Parking:
Free at the hostel
Sea port:
24km Stromness northlinkferries.co.uk or 40km Burwick jogferry.co.uk then bus
Location:
1km from the harbour on the A964
Rail:
Thurso (on the mainland) railtrack.co.uk
Airport:
Kirkwall 5kms by bus. Inverness+Wick on mainland easyjet.co.uk
