"Really nice little hotel. As two tall Americans, we found the bed a bit small, but we understand that is to be expected in Europe. It would have been convenient to have power outlets on both sides of the bed. But those are little things. We loved the location and it was very convenient to explore Shetland."
"Lovely place, excellent location , great folks running the house and abundantly helpful for anyone going there for the first time. Thank you also for the book recommendation. Great easy stay. Will absolutely go back"
"★★★★★
Busta House was one of the absolute highlights of our time in Shetland.
We stayed in the Noss Room, and from the moment we arrived, it felt like we had landed somewhere genuinely special. The house itself is beautiful—historic, full of character and atmosphere, and exactly the sort of place you hope to find when travelling somewhere like Shetland. It doesn’t feel manufactured or overly polished; it feels authentic, warm and wonderfully connected to the place and its history.
The grounds are beautiful as well. We loved having the freedom to simply step outside and wander, stroll around the property and explore. There is something pretty wonderful about being able to start or end your day with a walk around the grounds, taking in the landscape and the quiet of Shetland without having to go anywhere at all.
And the location was absolutely perfect for us. We wanted to experience every aspect of Shetland, rather than stay in one area, and Busta House gave us an ideal base from which to do exactly that. We explored coastlines, beaches and cliffs, went searching for wildlife, travelled through tiny communities and headed as far north as Yell and Unst. We covered an extraordinary amount of Shetland during our stay, and Busta always felt perfectly positioned in the middle of our adventures.
After long days of windswept coastlines, wildlife, tiny roads and Shetland adventures, coming back to Busta felt like coming home. We loved settling in, having a drink, talking about eve"
"Best place to stay when visiting Shetland. Perfect location within Shetland and within Lerwick. Walkable to everything in Lerwick.
The owner Peter is great. The breakfast was very nice and the room was cozy. Very quiet and clean property. We loved it there."
"Sarah the host was lovely and we enjoyed her art/gallery and garden. Chalet was in a good position if you have a car. We didn't know you couldn't drive your car to your chalet - suitcases have to be lugged up and down steps. We would have liked some outdoor seating. Kitchen was small but good and had everything we needed. Lsundry was fine. I thought the chalets were near a beach because of the photos but they weren't."
"A very nice room although I found the bed a bit soft. The staff are extremely nice and accommodating. The breakfast was excellent. I ate in the restaurant twice but recommend eating at some of the restaurants in town."
Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Hamnavoe, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.
What can I see and do in Hamnavoe?
While you're exploring the area, Meal Beach and Coastal Walk to the Knab are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the wider area, you’ll find Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition and Lerwick Town Hall.
What are holiday rentals like in Hamnavoe?
Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Hamnavoe. Holiday rentals feature amenities such as laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll have a home away from home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a holiday rental can offer a sense of safety away from public hotel lifts and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you to travel. You'll also get more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a popular option for families.
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