Hoy Centre

Hostel

Dept Of Education & Recreation, Hoy, Orkney, KW16 3NJ

Tel: +44 (1856) 873535

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Hoy Centre

Overview

Each room has 4 beds, (two single beds and one bunk bed). All rooms are ensuite with shower. One room is adapted for wheelchair\disabled access. All bedding is provided.

The spacious kitchen is well equipped for both individual travellers as well as group bookings. There is a spacious hall with table and chairs for 60 people and a smaller lounge area with soft furnishings, TV and DVD.

Underfloor heating ensures a comfortable temperature at all times. There is a large drying room and washing facilities at the Centre

The Hoy Centre is open all year and welcomes individual, families and group bookings. Exclusive and family rooms are available.

Much of North Hoy is owned and managed by the RSPB. The reserve comprises 3,500ha of upland heath and cliffs where a large variety of birds live and breed. Off the west coast of the reserve towers The Old Man of Hoy and the dramatic hills of North Hoy and stunning sea cliffs offer excellent hill walking, climbing and bird watching.

Sorry no camping or motor homes.

Gradings

  • 4 Hostel
4 Hostel

Awards

  • Welcome SchemesGroups Welcome Groups Welcome 2012
  • Welcome SchemesWalkers Welcome Walkers Welcome 2012

Opening Times

Open All Year
2012 Opening Times (01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012)

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