Hostel Accommodation Papa Westray, Orkney

Accommodation: The Papa Westray Hostel offers four comfortable twin and double rooms which can be booked for single occupancy plus two family rooms sleeping 3 and 5/6 which can be booked as dorm rooms subject to availability. All rooms are en-suite with bedding and towels provided. The hostel is open all year round and rooms can be block-booked at discounted rates. Discounts are also available for stays of 4 nights or more. Camping is available, with access to the hostel kitchen and toilets.

Facilities:Facilities include a common/dining room, kitchen and sun lounge. The hostel has its own garden / lawn with outside benches to enjoy the beautiful views; other facilities include a drying cupboard, access to washing maching, free Wi-Fi, a TV, music system, board games and books. The community shop is adjacent to the hostel; it is licensed and well-stocked, including fresh fruit & veg, dairy and Orkney produce.

A community enterprise: The hostel is owned and run by the island community co-operative. The common room is used as a venue for various community events, including a Saturday evening pub, often with live local music, weekend cinema screenings and self service tea & coffee facilities.

Location: The hostel is situated at the centre of the isle ideally located to explore local wildlife, history and fantastic scenery all within walking distance.

History: The hostel is a traditional stone-built building, converted from former farm workers' quarters of the large Holland Farm, which has a small museum.