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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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9.3
Superb
306 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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9.9
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
£133
per night

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.

Excellent b&b and hosts, great room, location and everything you need for an enjoyable stay. You can tell it's run like a place the owners would like to stay, even down to the fresh milk in the room.

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9.8
Exceptional
45 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Boasting garden views, Carradale Guest House provides accommodation with patio, around 500 metres from Bain's Beach. The property features quiet street views. The guest house has family rooms.

At the guest house, units come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The guest house offers some units with sea views, and all units are fitted with a kettle. At the guest house, units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Easy to find. Excellent clean rooms. Super comfy bed. Excellent breakfast. Really nice and helpful hosts. Outstanding!

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8.7
Fabulous
109 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.

The hotel was neither far from the center of the town (about ten minutes walking distance) nor from the countryside (in less than five minute's drive could be out and away of town). Breakfast was abundant and more like a Scottish breakfast than a continental one. Could keep going till dinner time without a real need for a lunch break.

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8.8
Fabulous
476 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.

Breakfast was lovely, especially the fresh strawberries and the french press coffee.

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8.6
Fabulous
205 reviews
Price from
£108
per night

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.

All units in the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom, units at the guest house also provide guests with free WiFi. The units include bed linen.

Breakfast was brilliant Nothing was to much of a problem you just had to ask … lovely hosts

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8.9
Fabulous
39 reviews
Price from
£78
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.

The food was fantastic. Great alternative to eating out all the time. We ate breakfasts and suppers at the hotel, and ate our lunches in Lerwick.

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8.1
Very good
108 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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  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 205 reviews
    We liked the location and the quiet setting of the area. Walking distance into the main part of Lerwick. A very nice breakfast was served each morning. The hosts were helpful and friendly. We enjoyed our stay very much.
    Barbara
    Group
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 205 reviews
    The beds were very comfortable and the breakfast was great. It was an easy walk to City Centre, the seaside or two bus stops. The hosts were very nice and accommodating and the furry host, Archie, was sweet.
    Carolyn
    Solo traveller
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 109 reviews
    Very comfortable room. Host and staff were very nice and accommodating. The location was a pleasant walk from City Centre or the seaside and two bus stops were very close by making travel even easier.
    Carolyn
    Solo traveller
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 84 reviews
    Great location. Had all we needed for a comfortable self catering stay. Hosts communicated helpfully before we arrived.
    Mary
    Group
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 476 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
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 88 reviews
    Great location. Very accommodating hosts. Comfortable and homely. Good value.
    Meredith
    Group
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 109 reviews
    We had a wonderful weekend stay at Carradal Guest House and was easily within walking distance of the centre of town, the museum etc. Breakfast was really good. Callum was the perfect host and for instance recommended walking into town by way of The Knab.
    Annette
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 476 reviews
    Perfectly situated, this lovely Guesthouse was within walking distance of the centre of town and the harbour. A lovely walk up the Knab and stunning views. We stayed for Up Helly Aa and couldn't have been better placed. Our room was clean and breakfast was lovely. Caroline was the perfect hostess and couldn't do enough for us. Would definitely recommend.
    Karen
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 205 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
     · 476 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