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Staying at the Lodge on Ynys Enlli - Bardsey Island is a fantastic way to experience this magical island and you don’t need to be a birdwatcher to stay – everyone is welcome!

The hostel-style accommodation offered at the Lodge is comfortable but basic; being an island there is a very limited water supply, and facilities are shared. That said, there is 24-hour solar power, internet, central heating and hot running water, and of course there is always the opportunity to watch any bird ringing we are doing during your stay! There are comfortable bedrooms, a fully equipped self-catering kitchen, large dining room, cosy common room and library and a pleasant terrace with picnic tables and a spectacular view!

Suitable for individuals, couples and families - group bookings taken - book the whole Lodge for up to 14 people, it’s ideal for courses: arts, photography, retreat, family occasion or a special and unique get-away!

We have 6 bedrooms

2 x single

2 x double/twin (1 x single bed and 1 x double bed)

2 x 4 bedded rooms (available for sole use)

We have

24-hour solar power

Internet

Central heating

Hot running water

Open

Early April to end of October

Stays are for a week from Saturday to Saturday

Booking

To enquire about a booking, email the Bookings Administrator here, or you can download and send a booking form from the link below.

Last-minute bookings

Last-minute bookings are welcome - keep an eye on the availability chart below for any last-minute opportunities or cancellations!

Getting here

Bardsey Island is located off the tip of the Llŷn peninsula, North Wales, see map here and access to the island is by boat. All the information you will need for getting to the island, getting the boat, and staying on the island at the Lodge, will be sent with your booking confirmation. For information about day trips to Bardsey with boatman Colin Evans click here

2026 prices

Prices are per week, per person:

Adult (25+): £350

18-24yrs: £260

5-17yrs: £200

Under 5: Free

Whole Lodge: £3500

Additional Costs:

Boat fare (per person): £61 (subject to change)

Parking at Cwrt Farm: £20

Single occupancy supplements apply for a single person staying in a Double/twin room.

The 4-bedded rooms are occasionally used as dormitory rooms but if empty they can be booked for single use at no extra charge.

Short stays

Stays run for a week from Saturday to Saturday

Priority is given to full-week bookings. However, short stays commencing on a Saturday, and departing on Tuesday or Wednesday may be possible at short notice, subject to availability, please check the availability below and book 1 to 2 weeks before your intended visit.

Price per person per night:

£60 (under 18's accompanied by an adult)

Guided Walks - £10pp

• Once a week join Bird Observatory staff on a daytime guided Wildlife Walk to learn about the island and its wildlife.
• If you wish to go on one of our spectacular night-time Manx Shearwater walks, be sure to book the week before, or during, the new moon in April, May, June, July or August, and if you come along in July/August there is a chance you might also see Storm Petrels!
• We run daytime walks and talks to see the Manx Shearwater chicks being ringed, once a week from early July until towards the end of August.
• Bespoke walks are available by arrangement
• See here for bespoke prices and more information about guided walks

Seabirds

The island’s Puffins, Razorbills, Guillemots, Kittiwakes and other seabirds can be seen from the boat in May, June and July.

Migration

Birds such as Choughs and Peregrines are here year-round, but for migration book your visit during April, May, September or October.

Plants

Among a host of vascular plants, bryophytes and lichens, highlights are the stunning displays of Thrift and Squill in May, and Autumn Ladie’s-tresses in autumn.

Night sky

The Milky Way is best seen during the autumn new moons, from August onwards.

Seals and Dolphins

The island's Grey Seal colony can be seen year-round; however, the pups can be seen in September and October. Risso’s Dolphins can be seen off the island regularly in July, August and September.