Duncan’s House – Duncan Macleod 1861–1940
On the outside, The Geàrrannan Hostel is still ‘Taigh Dhonnchaidh’ (Duncan’s House) with its solid drystone walls and thatched roof, but the newly refurbished inside offers all the comforts of a modern home, with a well-equipped kitchen and cosy warmth from radiators heated with renewable energy. The bedrooms have cosy bunk-beds, and all linen is provided. There are two modern shower rooms.
The hostel offers accommodation for 10, plus a family room for 3.
Please book to be certain of availability, but we will accept ‘walk-in’ residents if space is available.
Note: If you need to buy provisions locally, there is a shop with off-licence (Bùth Chàrlabhaigh) in the old school building a mile and a half away, near Carloway Bridge – open 9.30am to 6pm at present.
The nightly tariff is £35.00 per person per night. Family Room £100.00 per night
Please note we cannot accept Sunday Arrivals.
The Geàrrannan Hostel is open year-round and welcomes individuals, families and small groups.
Please complete the booking form below to check availability and request your stay. We will confirm your booking as soon as possible.
1st October to Sunday before Easter, excluding Christmas and New Year period.
Monday before Easter to 30th September, and Christmas and New Year period.
Bookings are subject to availability, and will be confirmed by Geàrrannan Village Ltd. by telephone or by email.
Season
Low Season
1 & 2 nights
£280
3 nights
£400
4+ nights
£125 (nightly rate)
Season
High Season
1 & 2 nights
£388
3 nights
£570
4+ nights
£179 (nightly rate)
“Refreshed and uplifted by the beauty and warm welcome here, and the deep honour for our ancestors.”
Isle of Lewis / Hawaii
"An incredible place. I’m so glad to be here! Friendly hosts & very comfortable accommodation."
Australia
“Wonderful and special location - rest day on the Hebridean Way. Enjoyed coastal path!”
London
“Lovely place! Warm and cosy, fantastic landscape!”
Bavaria, Germany
“Two sweet nights in a very special hostel. Clean and cozy! Thank you :)”
California, USA
“A Wonderful location, great accommodation. Perfect place of retreat. Staff very helpful!”
Motherwell, Scotland
