Best beaches in Isle of Skye

3 ranked beaches in Isle of Skye, Outer Hebrides

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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Coral Beach

A striking white sand beach known for its coral-like sand and clear turquoise water.

7.0

Elgol Beach

A rugged beach with impressive views, perfect for those looking for solitude.

7.0

Staffin Beach

A pebble beach with great views and a rich geological history, perfect for fossil hunting.

7.0

What makes Isle of Skye's beaches stand out?

Isle of Skye sits in Outer Hebrides, United Kingdom and is home to 3 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Isle of Skye or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.