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The Royal Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Stornoway hotel

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Harbor View | View from room
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Harbor View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Cromwell Street, Stornoway, Scotland, HS1 2DG
  • Lewis Loom Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lews Castle
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Stornoway (SYY)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room, 1 Twin Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Harbor View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Harbor View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Harbor View | View from room

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Harbor View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Stornoway

In Stornoway .At this hotel, you'll be steps from An Lanntair and Lewis Loom Centre. The Good Food Boutique and Museum Nan Eilean are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lewis Loom Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • An Lanntair - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Good Food Boutique - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lews Castle - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Stornoway (SYY) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Artizan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lews Castle Storehouse Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McNeil's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kopi Java - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Stornoway hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Royal Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services and room service (during limited hours).

This 3-star Stornoway hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel offers 26 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 28 and January 10.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Stornoway
Royal Stornoway
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Stornoway
The Royal Hotel Hotel Stornoway

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Hotel to the airport?

The Royal Hotel is 3.7 mi (7-min drive) away from the Stornoway (SYY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Jul 3, 2025 start from $321.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Royal Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.2 mi (9-min drive) from Mol Bheag and 2.5 mi (9-min drive) from Tràigh Mhealaboist. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Royal Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Royal Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Royal Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to downtown Stornoway?

The Royal Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Stornoway.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 220 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fair price for accommodation but menu was pricey and could do with a coup of traditional meals apart from that really enjoyed my time in Stornaway
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

M. Lee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stornoway

The Royal is a very nice hotel. The only negative it is located on a busy highway. The road noise can be a problem to light sleepers. Great location for ferry users.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best accommodation in Stornoway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Flying visit

Stayed in a beautiful harbour view room , comfortable bed with lovely extra touches , such as tea treats and biscuits , staff are the most friendly and always on hand if needed highly recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Cozy and comfortable

I loved the Royal Hotel. Everyone that works there was friendly and helpful. The room was very cozy and comfortable. Breakfast and dinner was delicious. I enjoyed the location. It was easy to set off on day trips to see the sights on the island and come back for a great night’s sleep. My favorite thing were the stone circles, which were not far from Stornoway. It was perfect for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, conveniently located at the lovely harbour. Gorgeous views and wonderful staff. Many dining options around, but the restaurant in the hotel is fantastic! They even had vegan sticky toffee pudding for my travel partner!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and conveniently located for early morning ferry. Enjoyed a wonderful dinner at the Boatshed restaurant, which is connected to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, and location in central Stornoway. Beds comfortable, not the hard mattresses so common. Two improvements: more plugs for recharging (including USB) and better water pressure for the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable hotel with lovely location and good food and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

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

Lovely hotel

Food was delicious, the staff were very friendly. The decor was nice, great location would recommend this to all. Would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a good view of the castle. Top notch restaurant meal with helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic all around. Thank you Gordon for the warm welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Enjoyed our short stay at the Royal!

The Royal is a great place for one night stop over in Stornoway. Gordon, who works at the front desk, was lovely. The staff in the dining room were both kind and professional. Diner in the hotel restaurant was superb. Bravo! And thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

REUVEN, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room with enough space and everything I needed.

10/10 Excellent

REUVEN, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location , everything was very good , would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quaint and comfortable with a friendly welcome. Great central location for exploring the island, and easy to walk to dinner/drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024