Murray Library Hostel, 7 Shore Street, Anstruther, Fife.

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  • Exterior of red sandstone former library building, which is now a hostel
  • Lovely bright kitchen and large square pine table
  • bedroom overlooking beach
  • dorm with metal bunks and window looking over the beach
  • Double room with a window looking out to sea
  • WCs with green doors
  • aerial shot of harbour & town of Anstruther
  • Anstruther harbour entrance
  • Anstruther harbour at sunset
  • xterior of red sandstone former library building, which is now a hostel

Seaside hostel in Anstruther, near St Andrews.

Overlooking the beach, in the quaint fishing village of Anstruther on Scotland's beautiful east coast, Murray Library Hostel offers cosy, welcoming accommodation to individuals, couples, families and groups up to 20. With a mix of private rooms & shared dorms, it offers a comfortable stay to all, providing modern amenities while maintaining its charming character. The hostel's friendly atmosphere and unique setting make it an ideal spot for exploring the local area or simply relaxing by the coast. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Murray Library Hostel is a perfect home away from home.

Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen and large communal areas, perfect for relaxing and sharing stories of your day's adventures with other hostel guests. Wake up to sea views from the windows in every bedroom.

Murray Library Hostel is your perfect base for discovering the fishing villages and the breathtaking local coastal scenery. St Andrews, famous for it's university and golf course, is just a 15 min drive. While Edinburgh is only 1.5 hours away by car. The Fife Coast path passes the doorstep and boat trips to the Isle of May (home to one of the country's biggest puffin colonies) leave from the harbour (April -Sept), just a 2 min walk away. Anstruther has a selection of shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants, making the decision to buy provisions to self-cater or go out for a meal or a pint, an easy one.
Murray Library Hostel offers cosy, welcoming accommodation in the quaint fishing village of Anstruther on the beautiful east coast of Scotland. Located in a beautifully converted historic library with all bedrooms looking out over the beach, the hostel has a mix of private double, family and dorm rooms. Book a bed, a room or have sole use of the whole place for your group of 6-20.
Overlooking the beach, in the quaint fishing village of Anstruther on Scotland's beautiful east coast, Murray Library Hostel offers cosy, welcoming accommodation to individuals, couples, families and groups up to 20. With a mix of private rooms & shared dorms, it offers a comfortable stay to all, providing modern amenities while maintaining its charming character. The hostel's friendly atmosphere and unique setting make it an ideal spot for exploring the local area or simply relaxing by the coast. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Murray Library Hostel is a perfect home away from home.

Facilities include a fully equipped kitchen and large communal areas, perfect for relaxing and sharing stories of your day's adventures with other hostel guests. Wake up to sea views from the windows in every bedroom.

Murray Library Hostel is your perfect base for discovering the fishing villages and the breathtaking local coastal scenery. St Andrews, famous for it's university and golf course, is just a 15 min drive. While Edinburgh is only 1.5 hours away by car. The Fife Coast path passes the doorstep and boat trips to the Isle of May (home to one of the country's biggest puffin colonies) leave from the harbour (April -Sept), just a 2 min walk away. Anstruther has a selection of shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants, making the decision to buy provisions to self-cater or go out for a meal or a pint, an easy one.

This accommodation is featured on our map of the Scottish Borders, Glasgow, Edinburgh and South Scotland and here is its own website.

Availability

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Details

  • Beds & Rooms:

    20: 4x2 (dbl), 1x4 (dbl & bunks), 1x8
  • Open:

    All year. Check-in: from 3pm. Early arrivals can leave luggage. Check-out 10am.
  • Price per night:

    Sole use from £499. For other prices check the online booking,
  • Directions:

    From Edinburgh: follow the A90, then A92 and A915 following the road sign to Anstruther/East Neuk. From St Andrews: drive south on the B9131, (15 mins drive).
  • Public Transport :

    There are direct bus connections from Edinburgh. From St Andrews there are 2 bus services, X60 and 95. Check Traveline Scotland for up to date travel information. You can also reach Anstruther from North Berwick with Seafari which can actually save you some time and give you a taste of adventure.
This accommodation is featured on the following pages
Family Friendly By the Sea Close to a Pub Individuals welcome Accommodation for Cyclists New to the Independent Hostels Network

This accommodation is available at the following peak times

Available for Christmas 2024 Available New Year 2024 / 2025 Available February Half Term 2025 Available Easter 2025 Available May Day Bank Holiday 2025 Available Spring Bank Holiday or Half Term 2025 Available August Bank Holiday 2025 Available October Half Term 2025

Facilities

aMixed dormitories
cPrivate rooms
&Family rooms
dBedding provided
gFully heated
oMeals available locally
kSelf catering facilities
'Bike/equipment store (lockable)
jShowers
pClothes washing facilities
[WiFi
9Best Price Guarantee

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A beautiful hostel in a beautiful Scottish seaside town

December 11th 2024

If you’re looking for stylish, comfortable seaside accommodation that doesn’t cost the earth – look no further than Murray Library Hostel. Right on the seafront in the charming fishing village of Anstruther on the east coast of Scotland, this iconic former library has one of the best views in town. Each bedroom looks out to the beach. The bustling harbour, with boat trips, fishing boats and yachts is just down the road. Artisan shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants are around the corner. And if you fancy a bracing walk the Fife Coastal Path will take you to neighbouring fishing villages.

Harbour in the sunset
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Exterior of red sandstone former library building, which is now a hostel

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