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Reviews of Murray Library Hostel

7 Shore Street, Anstruther, KY103EA, United Kingdom

#23 of 69 hotels in Anstruther

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Review score

Based on 340 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.5

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  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    9.0
    Would definitely come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedding was very basic, could be more comfortable

    Amazing value for money, great common areas and great location right by the harbour.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay will definitely be back for a third visit
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing everything was great

    Lovely staff, kind and friendly. Beds were very comfortable and room and toilets very clean. Excellent showers and fabulous well organised and clean kitchen.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked the view from my window and the super comfy bed! Welcoming, kind and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2024

    9.0
    Fabulous perfect for what we needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing at all.

    Long time since i have stayed in a hostel but it was fabulous. Clean, warm, pretty room, Binoculars provided which my daughter loved. We only styed one night but i wish it was longer and would love to come back.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, all good 👍

    Centrally placed hostel. Great location, to wake up with views of the beach ⛱️ was great, and that sea air aaaah !

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2024

    8.0
    Charming hostel at Anstruther, for a great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cosiness and informality of an old fashioned yet well refurbished historical bulding (The Murrey Lybeary) , fantastically located at the sea front at the core of the charming Anstruther fishing port. Around, if you decide to relinquish the hostel common kitchen facilities, there are enough shops, restaurants and bars of good quality. Darius, the hostel manager, is a gentle host that make us feel "at home". Very quiet and well fitted private room and bathroom facilities (it was my choice), pristinely clean.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2024

    9.0
    Great location, exceptionally clean and tidy and bathrooms have towel, soap and Reed diffuser, very clean sea view.
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is on the harbour front with parking opposite, £1.20 an hour is incredible, so perfect. Private bathroom is on a corridor, but don’t let that put you off. Exceptionally clean with hand soap, towels and Reed diffuser! Room clean and tidy with beautiful sea /harbour view. Even a fresh rose in a vase. Would have loved a kettle in room, but knew this so took my own. It is a hostel not a boutique hotel, but an exceptional one and would definitely stay again!! Great find. Darius was very helpful and welcoming. All details sent through email.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super clean and perfectly managed 5*

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2024

    10
    Cozy, safe, confortable, affordable place to stay in Anstruther.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wished there was body wash in the shower, but I’ve never stayed in hostel before so maybe that’s normal!

    The hostel is in a perfect location, beautiful old library, and Darius is so kind and accommodating. Everything you need is there!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    View was wonderful, excellent location. clean room

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2024

    9.0
    Great harbour side stay hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    private double room is great with a fab view of the harbour A warm room with a very comfy bed Our en suite was a shower and a toilet room shared with the room next door its outside the room. A large clean space 2 toilet cubicles and 2 shower cubicles with your room no. on the door. Its a spacious loo cubicle and shower cubicle next cubicle with a power hot shower ,a stool and clothes hanger. Very clean hostel every room is looked after to a high standard especially the kitchen. Darius is a great host. A fab stay our 2nd time here. Confidently recommended if you like a hostel stay with a great view & location.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2024

    9.0
    Marvel on the Fife Coastal
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved everything ❤️

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2024

    10
    A gem with the best harbour views in Anstruther
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lounge at the back was a bit cluttered. The windows to the front should be left clear so remove curtains and bunting and replace with frosted stick ons at lower part if privacy required. Of half shutters

    Location kitchen cleanliness character of building

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    8.0
    Excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tiny sink, beds made lot of noise when moved, no TV

    The location, manager, old building, nice living room, nice kitchen

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2024

    9.0
    A memorable stay in an idyllic location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, had a great stay.

    A beautiful historic building in a stunning location. Loved the view from the room. Big room with all you need. Great, welcoming host Darius.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing, peaceful and cosy seaside stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely clean and friendly hostel. Our room had a peaceful view over the sea and we liked the binoculars! Very thoughtful touch. We really enjoyed our stay here.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    10
    It was really nice & peaceful and Darius the manager was a really great guy
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not used to sharing with that many people although there an option for single room

    It was close to everything -food places and a great location

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 August 2024

    9.0
    Great location and place. Our second visit but not the last for sure.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Be good if a bit more storage. Only a coat stand for your clothes. Be aware that the private loo and shower is outside the room (just a few steps away) but there is a sink in the room too.

    Great location! We had a top floor room with very comfortable bed. Great to hear the water as you drift off to sleep. It’s right across from the harbour. Bus stops right outside to take you to St Andrews or Edinburgh. Super kitchen well stocked with cooking gear and spices, teas etc. Fresh flowers in the kitchen and bedroom were lovely.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very clean, great facilities, easy to find, comfy bed.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2024

    9.0
    Comfortable nights sleep with a clean kitchen to snack in
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sharing a room with people! But I didn’t have a choice :) Access to sockets in the bedroom is too few. Only 2 double sockets which are tricky to access, and 8 beds. Always take eye mask and ear plugs and you’ll be fine.

    Very comfortable beds Super clean kitchen and fresh flowers added a welcome touch The manager was genuinely a nice guy

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    What breakfast?

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    8.0
    Excellent for a short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would prefer single sex dorm. A couple of chairs in the dorm would be a welcome addition.

    Location, fabulous spotless kitchen with basic condiments free to use, plus tea, coffee, chocolate etc. Darius very helpful.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    10
    Very clean and welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean easy access

    Bed was amazing

    Stayed in August 2024

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