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Royal Hotel

Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DG

Type:Hotel

Gradings

  • 3 Star Hotel
3 Star Hotel

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 464 reviews464 reviews
From £79.00

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Tel:01851 702109

A cosy hotel room with a comfortable bed, a chair, and a window offering a scenic view.
  • A cosy hotel room with a comfortable bed, a chair, and a window offering a scenic view.
  • Warm and welcoming room with fireplace and chairs.
  • A traditional fireplace with a flat-screen TV hanging above, blending classic and contemporary elements in the decor.
  • Cosy hotel room featuring two beds with white and orange blankets.
  • Bedroom in hotel with bed and two nightstands.
  • A cosy hotel room featuring a comfortable bed and a window offering a scenic view.
  • Rustic dining area with wooden tables and chairs in a restaurant.
  • A table set with empty wine glasses and place settings.
  • A plate of food with a fresh salad and pita bread, a delicious and healthy meal option.
  • A bowl of delicious food with a mix of meat and vegetables, creating a mouthwatering and nutritious meal.
  • A vibrant breakfast scene at HS1 Cafe Bar in the Royal Hotel, with plates of full scotiish breakfast, poached eggs, toast, french toast, muesli.
  • A table at HS1 Cafe Bar in the Royal Hotel, featuring plates of poached eggs, sourdough, and avocado.

About

The Royal Hotel is Stornoway's most historic hotel.  A traditional 3 star hotel, where you can relax and enjoy Hebridean hospitality – whether you’re visiting us on holiday to the Outer Hebrides or dining in either our Boatshed Restaurant or HS-1 Cafe-Bar. The Royal Hotel is perfectly situated for your stay in Stornoway with views from your room across the marina towards Lews Castle, the town centre on your doorstep and the local beaches and visitor attractions just a short drive away.

We aim always to offer the special, warm hospitality for which our local people are famous – you’ll see it in the way we welcome and look after you throughout your stay in Stornoway.  If there’s anything you need that we may be able to help with – just ask. Our greatest strengths are our people – all committed to working hard to provide you with a truly enjoyable visit to Stornoway.

We have two dining options at the Royal Hotel with something to suit all tastes. Our Boatshed restaurant is a stylish, modern restaurant overlooking Stornoway Harbour and Lews Castle. Menus at the Boatshed celebrate the best of Scottish produce with an emphasis on local seafood and our local hand-dived scallops, mussels and creel caught langoustines are not to be missed!

If you are looking for a more casual dining experience then our recently refurbished HS-1 Cafe-Bar is for you. This is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy a meal with friends and family in a relaxed setting.

For more information, please see our website www.royalstornoway.co.uk or call us on 01851 702109.

Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
26
Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Double Roomsfrom £119.00 to £185.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.)
Family Roomfrom £149.00 to £189.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.)
Single Roomsfrom £79.00 to £89.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.)
Twin Roomfrom £119.00 to £175.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.)

*Pricing dependant on the season

Facilities

Catering

  • Bar Available
  • Breakfast Available
  • Dinner Available
  • Full Alcohol Drinks License
  • Licensed Bar / Clubroom
  • Lunch Available
  • Restaurant

Domestic

  • Hairdryer Available
  • Iron Available

Facilities

  • Disabled Access
  • No Smoking Permitted
  • Open To Non Residents
  • Room Service Available

Leisure Facilities

  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • WiFi

Location

  • Island Location
  • Town Centre

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Debit Card
  • Mastercard
  • VISA Card

Special Requirements

  • Disabled Citizens
  • No Pets Allowed

Transport

  • Free Parking On-Site - Small private carpark at the rear of the hotel

Map & Directions

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
    • Service
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      167
    • Very Good
      196
    • Average
      68
    • Poor
      19
    • Terrible
      14

    Recent Reviews:

    • Gary E
      A hotel which welcomes you to the beautiful sights and sounds of the Isle of Lewis and Harris
      5 of 5 stars
      10th November 2024
      With a family visit to the island booked it was a week that from start to finish was of absolute brilliance…. And part of that was down to the warm welcom that I received at the Royal hotel in... Read full review
    • Michael M
      Trip Type:
      Business
      Work trip
      5 of 5 stars
      18th February 2025
      Double room was clean and comfortable , beautiful refurbished bathroom , nice and warm on my arrival. All staff were genuinely welcoming and friendly and were a real credit to the hotel and the... Read full review
    • Chris J
      Wilmington, Delaware
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Perfect location
      4 of 5 stars
      23rd February 2025
      Great location close to Castle, Harbor, Shops & Pubs Very friendly & helpful staff. 5/5 Restaurant & Bistro both have great food and good service… both popular with the locals.5/5 Our room (large but... Read full review

    Gradings

    • 3 Star Hotel
    3 Star Hotel

    Awards

    • Other AwardsOuter Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now 2020
    • Other AwardsPlatinum Listing Platinum Listing 2020

    Opening Times

    Open All Year (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

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