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Varis House

2.0 star property

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A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a desk, a chair, and a window.
A glass-enclosed shower with a handheld showerhead, a white sink, and a toilet.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with a coffee maker and paper towels.
A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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26 Church Road, Lerwick, Scotland, ZE1 0AE
  • Place, Shetland Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Lerwick Town Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lerwick (LSI-Sumburgh)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Harbour View)

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a desk, a chair, and a window.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Harbour View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Classic Triple Room, Ensuite (Family Room)

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.

Classic Triple Room, Ensuite (Family Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Panoramic Twin Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a wooden frame, white bedding, and brown pillows. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a wall clock. A large window with blinds is visible in the background.

Panoramic Twin Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Varis House

Laundry facilities, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast.
Varis House offers 8 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
During your stay at Varis House, you're just a quick walk from Bain's Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and breakfast (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet in some public areas
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Steps from Bain's Beach and Shetland Museum
Varis House offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Lerwick bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit/debit cards
The host will greet guests on arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Varis House Lerwick
Varis House Bed & breakfast
Varis House Bed & breakfast Lerwick

Varis House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 271 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was on the top floor, which meant a lot of stairs, but the reward was a great sea view. Room was quiet, clean and comfortable. Nigel, the owner, was lovely and the "serve youself anytime" continental style breakfast (with home-made cakes!) was a great idea. I'd be happy to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a lovely stay at the Varis House. The location was very good, close enough to everything. The room was cozy and warm. Enjoyed our stay and Nigel was was so great helping us with all the information we needed. Perfect place for staying in Lerwick.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great spot. Very accommodating and relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is in a great location, with ideal amenities for a short stay. Staff were present and made the check in quick and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and enjoyable stay

Last minute booking and really lucky to stumble upon this guest house
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to town for access to local restaurants and bars.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional stay , nothing too much trouble at all
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel has nice rooms and is well located in the center of Lerwick.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and a wonderful experience overall! Will stay again if ever I come to Shetland again! View from top room absolutely amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very well laidout and 200% clean. Excellent location with a few steps down the road to commercial street with all the shops and cafes. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Made you feel extremely welcome! I give it 11 out of 10👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and walking distance to most things in Lerwick
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave McDowell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly service and welcome, nice selection of breakfast food, very walkable to town center and other attractions
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location with extensive breakfast options at any time of the day. Plenty of free of charge parking either at the property or close by. Lots of cafe / restaurant options within easy walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Jonny was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location good hosts ticked all the boxes will certainly go back
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, good view, good and varied breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice and quiet Comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed there for a work trip and facilities more than met my needs. Lovely breakfast with home baking
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly host, short walk to town centre, secure parking and good breakfast choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

S.G.B. van

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s just a nice place to stay and Nigel is very helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

keith allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for Lerwick and getting about Shetland.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025