Must-see hotels in Skye

  • Toravaig House Hotel

    Skye

    This hotel, 3 miles south of Isleornsay, is one of those places where the owners know a thing or two about hospitality – as soon as you arrive you’ll feel…

  • Hillstone Lodge

    Skye

    You can't help notice the many new houses on Skye that bear the hallmarks of award-winning local architects Rural Design – weathered timber walls and…

  • Mary's Thatched Cottages

    Skye

    These thatch-roofed dwellings (each sleeping two to four people) by the roadside as you arrive in Elgol from Broadford must be the island's cutest…

  • Cowshed Boutique Bunkhouse

    Trotternish

    This hostel enjoys a glorious setting overlooking Uig Bay, with superb views from its ultra-stylish lounge. The dorms have custom-built wooden bunks that…

  • Tigh an Dochais

    Skye

    A cleverly designed modern building, Tigh an Dochais is one of Skye's best B&Bs – a little footbridge leads to the front door, which is on the 1st floor…

  • Raasay House

    Skye

    Beautifully renovated Raasay House (originally the laird's residence), just a short walk from the ferry pier, provides outdoor activity courses and…

  • Skyewalker Independent Hostel

    Skye

    Three miles northwest of Carbost, this excellent hostel is housed in the old village school, with cosy lounge, well-equipped kitchen, and superb gardens…

  • Glenbrittle Campsite

    Skye

    Excellent site, close to mountains and sea, with a shop selling food and outdoor kit. The midges can be diabolical, though.

  • Old Inn

    Skye

    The Old Inn is an atmospheric wee pub, offering accommodation in bright B&B bedrooms and an appealing chalet-style bunkhouse. The bar is a favourite with…

  • Dun Flodigarry Hostel & Camping

    Trotternish

    A bright and welcoming hostel that enjoys a stunning location overlooking the sea, with views across Raasay to the mainland mountains. A nearby hiking…

  • Rosedale Hotel

    Portree (Port Righ)

    The Rosedale is a cosy, old-fashioned hotel delightfully situated down by the waterfront – you’ll be welcomed with a glass of whisky when you check-in…

  • Coruisk House

    Skye

    This lovely old house enjoys stunning views from the top of the village. It has been lovingly restored and beautifully decorated, and offers two equally…

  • Ben Tianavaig B&B

    Portree (Port Righ)

    A warm welcome awaits from the Irish-Welsh couple who run this appealing B&B bang in the centre of town. All four bedrooms have a view across the harbour…

  • Flodigarry Hotel

    Trotternish

    From 1751–59 Flora MacDonald lived in a cottage that is now part of this atmospheric hotel, given a new lease of life by adventurous owners. You can stay…

  • Hotel Eilean Iarmain

    Skye

    A charming old Victorian hotel with log fires, chintzy traditional decor, a candlelit restaurant and 12 luxurious rooms (plus another six in the Garden…

  • Eco Bells Glamping

    Skye

    Tucked away in a remote corner, on a minor road about 3 miles south of Dunvegan, this place offers accommodation in three large bell tents in a rural…

  • Shulista Croft

    Trotternish

    Set on a working croft amid sheep, lambs and chickens, Shulista has luxury timber camping pods with great views (two-night minimum stay; sleeps up to four…

  • Cuillin Hills Hotel

    Portree (Port Righ)

    Located on the eastern fringes of Portree, this luxury hotel enjoys a superb outlook across the harbour towards the Cuillin mountains. The more expensive…

  • Bosville Hotel

    Portree (Port Righ)

    The Bosville brings a little bit of metropolitan style to Portree with its designer fabrics and furniture, fluffy bathrobes and bright, spacious bathrooms…

  • Sligachan Hotel

    Skye

    The Slig, as it has been known to generations of climbers, is a near village in itself, encompassing a comfortable hotel, a microbrewery, self-catering…

  • Skye Basecamp

    Skye

    Run by the mountaineers at Skye Guides, this well-equipped hostel is set in a converted residential house with great views across the sea towards the…

  • Portree Youth Hostel

    Portree (Port Righ)

    This SYHA hostel (formerly Bayfield Backpackers) was completely renovated in 2015 and offers brightly decorated dorms and private rooms, a stylish lounge…

  • Skye Picture House

    Skye

    Perched just a stone's throw above the sea with a view across to the island of Scalpay, the setting of this welcoming B&B could hardly be better. No…

  • Berabhaigh

    Skye

    This lovely old croft house with bay views is located just off the main road at the eastern end of the village, not far from Creelers.

  • Woodlands

    Portree (Port Righ)

    A great location, with views across the bay, and unstinting hospitality make this modern B&B, a half-mile south of the town centre, an excellent choice.

  • Torvaig Campsite

    Portree (Port Righ)

    An attractive, family-run campsite located 1.5 miles north of Portree, on the road to Staffin.

  • Glenbrittle SYHA

    Skye

    Scandinavian-style timber hostel that quickly fills up with climbers on holiday weekends.

  • Broadford Hotel

    Skye

    The Broadford Hotel is a stylish retreat with luxury fabrics and designer colour schemes. There’s a formal restaurant and the more functional Gabbro Bar,…

  • Flora MacDonald Hostel

    Skye

    Rustic accommodation 3 miles north of the Mallaig–Armadale ferry, on a farm full of Highland cattle and Eriskay ponies. No longer offers individual dorm…

  • Sligachan Campsite

    Skye

    This basic campsite is across the road from the Sligachan Hotel. Be warned – this spot is a midge magnet. No bookings.

  • Skye Backpackers

    Skye

    The friendly Skye Backpackers is our favourite hostel in Kyleakin, with even cheaper beds (£14) in caravans out back.

  • Sligachan Bunkhouse

    Skye

    Comfortable and modern bunkhouse opposite the Sligachan Hotel. Bed linen £4 extra.