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Featuring a garden and views of garden, Norlande is a guest house situated in a historic building in Lerwick, 500 metres from Bain's Beach. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. The accommodation provides full-day security and private check-in and check-out for guests.

If Norlande was a Hollywood movie, I would say it had the highest production values! Amanda's communication was excellent, which I valued during a very erratic journey to Shetland for a funeral. The room was beautifully decorated and had everything I needed. It was a well positioned room, with a great bathroom and facilities, especially the monsoon shower with built-in radio. The bed was so comfortable, better than any of the big brand places, and I slept so well. The breakfast hamper was a delight and had more than enough supplies and snacks, which kept me going at breakfast and even at night at the end of a long day. The location is just 8 mins walk from Commercial Street and the main strip with its bars, restaurants for lunch and dinner, and for the shops too The Isleburgh Community Centre, Town Hall, and new library are all a short walk away. A taxi from the ferry to Norlande cost £4.50 with Allied Taxi (book ahead!), or you could walk in 15 mins on a drier day - they DO happen 😆 Amanda herself is very hospitable and welcoming. I would recommend Norlande any day.

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9.2
Superb
322 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Fort Charlotte Guest House features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. Featuring a housekeeping service, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

Ryan and Anita were the best. Wonderful accommodations in the heart of Lerwick. Great breakfast and helpful hosts in every way.

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9.7
Exceptional
21 reviews

Offering free WiFi and free private parking, Rockvilla Guest House is located in Lerwick, within just 700 metres of Bain's Beach.

The bed and breakfast comes with a flat-screen TV. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service.

Fantastic location, super friendly owners, breakfast was outstanding. Room was clean and comfortable. We had the "blue room". Very knowledgeable about things to see and do while we were there. Loved everything!

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9.9
Exceptional
42 reviews

Located in Lerwick with Bain's Beach nearby, Alder Lodge Guest House provides accommodation with free private parking. The property has quiet street views. The guest house features family rooms.

With a private bathroom, units at the guest house also provide guests with free WiFi. The units in the guest house are equipped with a TV and a hair dryer.

Very helpful staff. Great breakfast.

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8.9
Fabulous
117 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

Boasting a garden and views of sea, Carradale Guest House is a recently renovated guest house set in Lerwick, 500 metres from Bain's Beach. With quiet street views, this accommodation provides a patio. The guest house has family rooms.

very helpful staff, rich breakfast. The lady who served me at breakfast was a very friendly and cordial person. The facility manager is a great person. There was no problem with me checking in earlier. My stay was above average.

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8.7
Fabulous
122 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Providing free WiFi and a garden, Solheim Guest House offers rooms in Lerwick, 500 metres from Bain's Beach. The guest house features family rooms.

The nearest airport is Sumburgh Airport, 41 km from the guest house.

Great location quiet house great breakfast nice staff only met Caroline and Callum but I'm sure all the staff are nice great tartan theme throughout the house !

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8.8
Fabulous
473 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Eddlewood Guest House is situated in central Lerwick.

Rooms are equipped with a flat-screen smart TV and each offers tea and coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. Eddlewood Guest House features free WiFi and daily continental breakfast.

Peter was an exceptional host.

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8.6
Fabulous
217 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

Located just 400 metres from Bain's Beach, Glen Orchy House features accommodation in Lerwick with access to a tennis court, a shared lounge, as well as luggage storage space. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the guest house free of charge. The property provides services including meeting and banquet facilities and karaoke.

It reminded me of travelling w my husband in the 80s. A prper bed and breakfast.

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7.2
Good
581 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

Located just a 10-minute drive from Lerwick, Herrislea House Hotel is licensed and offering snacks and mini meals using local products, free WiFi in all rooms, and free parking.

each of the 9 well-appointed, individually decorated bedrooms has a minibar and an en-suite bathroom.

A very cosy house with most helpful, friendly hosts. The hotel is situated in a quiet area about 10 minutes drive away from Lerwick (with a fascinating museum on the geology of the islands and the history of their people); the location is very convenient for excursions to another part of the islands every day. My room was equipped with a large fridge (very nice – grab your provisions for the day and be independent), also microwave and an electric kettle.

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8.1
Very good
123 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: £111
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 117 reviews
    Excellent communication from Alder Lodge when asking to drop off our luggage early.They were extremely helpful,even putting our bags in our room when it was ready.Great size room comfortable,clean and quiet.Breakfast was good and freshly cooked.Nothing was too much trouble for our hosts.
    Ian
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 reviews
    Really nice hosts, great location - easy walk to the main centre of town but in a quiet street
    Saurav
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 29 reviews
    Host was super helpful and flexible. Clean, tidy and quiet and a brief and spot on check-in process. Place was perfect for us to be independent and self-reliant with a car to explore the beautiful island. With almost 24 hrs of daylight it was great not to be tied to breakfast times etc. And have the freedom to manage our own time how we chose. Some thoughtful touches to the apartment too and we wanted for nothing. Great location.
    Evan
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 322 reviews
    Norlande punching above the weight of what one typically expects of a small local guest house once again. The newly renovated rooms are simply magnificent and Amanda and Family are wonderful charming and helpful hosts.
    William
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 473 reviews
    Great hosts - very kind, helpful. Bed was very comfortable. Allowed us to do some clothes washing which was fantastic. We really enjoyed our stay at Solheim Guesthouse.
    Elena
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £65
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 582 reviews
    this is my favourite hostel of all time! very large kitchen, showers are excellent, cheap laundry services, great location and size, incredibly sociable and the staff are lovely.
    Amy
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 218 reviews
    It was a comfortable bed and breakfast small guest house in a great location in Lerwick with readily available street car parking .The host Callum was friendly and helpful and the breakfast was good
    Reilly
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 473 reviews
    A well-run guesthouse in a charming building from the 19th century with original details intact. I had a nice and quiet room overlooking the neighbours’ gardens. The bed was very comfortable, and the room had everything I needed - like a kettle and tea/coffee, plenty of hangers, a desk and a sink. The staff was friendly and service-minded. Location was very good, and also you can park on the street. Everything was very clean, and well-organized. I will for sure return.
    Linn Maria
    Solo traveller
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 42 reviews
    Guest house central lerwick and all amenities nice quiet hosts were very helpful nothing was problem
    Harry
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 322 reviews
    Great host. Great location.
    Russell
    Young couple
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