Port Charlotte, Main Street, Islay Island, Scotland, PA48 7TX
What's nearby
Museum of Islay Life - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Bruichladdich Distillery - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
Bowmore Distillery - 16 min drive - 17.0 km
Kilchoman Distillery - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
Lagavulin Distillery - 33 min drive - 34.3 km
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
Enjoy your visit to Islay Island with a stay at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
Languages
English, German
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Self-serve breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bike storage
Facilities
Garden
Bicycle parking
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Oven
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Self-serve breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between October 31 and March 31.
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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
Is Port Charlotte Youth Hostel currently open?
The property is closed between October 31 and March 31.
Does Port Charlotte Youth Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Port Charlotte Youth Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel?
Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Port Charlotte Youth Hostel and nearby?
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel has a garden.
What's the area around Port Charlotte Youth Hostel like?
Port Charlotte Youth Hostel is a short 1-minute walk from Wildlife Information Centre and 5 minutes' walk from Museum of Islay Life.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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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 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
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!).
Carol
Carol, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2024
The hosts and the hostel's facilities superb.
Deserves an external redecoration!
Nicholas
Nicholas, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
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.
Karen
Karen, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
Super helpful staff. Clean, comfortable and well equipped.
Kevin
Kevin, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
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
Neill
Neill, 6-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2023
Relaxed friendly atmosphere
Sue
Sue, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2022
Excellent hostel and great staff
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 3, 2022
Excellent facility
Does what it says on the tin. Basic but very comfortable, clean, tidy and welcoming. Just what I wanted.
Murray James
Murray James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2022
Murray James
Murray James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2019
Elaine
Elaine, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 16, 2019
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.
KRISTIN E
KRISTIN E, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 22, 2018
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2024
Emil
Emil, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2024
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2024
Lars
Lars, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 10, 2024
Annukka
Annukka, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
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..😊