Fair Isle Bird Observatory

Prices 2026

The cost of accommodation in 2026 is being held at the same prices as 2025 with the Migration Special in October. The Observatory will be open from 20th May to 31st October 2026.

ROOM TYPE PRICE PER PERSON PER NIGHT
INCLUDING ALL MEALS
25% discount when staying for 7-13 nights, 1st-31st Oct 33% discount when staying for 14+ nights, 1st-31st Oct
Single £169 £126.75 £113.23
Twin/family £149 £111.75 £99.83
Single occupancy of twin £189 £141.75 £126.63
Children aged up to 5 years Free of charge
Children aged 6 to 16 years Half price

We can offer accommodation to guests with special access or mobility requirements on the ground floor.

All quoted prices are per person per night. Prices are inclusive of pick-up and drop-off from the plane or boat, full-board meals (breakfast, light lunch and evening meal – set menus and times), lounge and comprehensive library, access to in-house ornithological expertise and Ranger Service, access to our bird news WhatsApp group, bird ringing demonstrations, and occasional entertainment events such as music, quizzes, talks etc.

A non-refundable deposit of 10% of your total bill is payable when confirming your booking, with the balance due 8 weeks before your visit. We would prefer you to make a bank transfer to reduce our transaction costs, but you can also pay using PayPal.

general view of the new Obs
The new observatory, April 2025. © Alex Penn
general view of the new Obs
The new observatory, April 2025. © Alex Penn
general view of the new Obs
The new observatory, April 2025. © Alex Penn
general view of the new Obs
Dining room at the new observatory, April 2025. © Alex Penn
general view of the new Obs
Lounge at the new observatory, April 2025. © Alex Penn
general view of the new Obs
Lounge and bar at the new observatory, April 2025. © Alex Penn