About
The Royal Hotel, Stornoway's most historic establishment, is located a short walk from the town centre, offering views of the Stornoway marina and Lews Castle. As a traditional hotel, it provides a relaxing atmosphere and Hebridean hospitality, catering to both holiday makers visiting the Outer Hebrides and business travellers.
This traditional hotel allows guests to enjoy Hebridean hospitality, whether they are staying for a holiday in the Outer Hebrides or dining in either the Boatshed Restaurant or HS-1 Café Bar. The Royal Hotel is ideally situated in Stornoway, with room views spanning the marina towards Lews Castle, and easy access to the town centre, local beaches, and nearby visitor attractions.
The Royal Hotel is renowned for its special, warm hospitality, which is evident in the way guests are welcomed and looked after throughout their stay. The staff's greatest strength lies in their commitment to providing guests with an enjoyable visit to Stornoway.
Dining at the Royal Hotel offers two distinct options to suit all tastes. The Boatshed Restaurant is a stylish, modern venue overlooking Stornoway Harbour and Lews Castle. The restaurant's menu celebrates the best of Scottish produce, emphasising local seafood, including hand-dived scallops, mussels, and creel-caught langoustines. For a more casual dining experience, HS-1 Café Bar provides a relaxed setting to enjoy a meal with friends and family.
For more information, visit the website or call 01851 702109.
SHORT TERM LETS
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Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 26
Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
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Double Rooms | from £119.00 to £185.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.) |
Family Room | from £149.00 to £189.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.) |
Single Rooms | from £79.00 to £89.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.) |
Twin Room | from £119.00 to £175.00 per room per night (breakfast inc.) |
*Pricing dependant on the season
Facilities
Catering
- Breakfast Available
- Dinner Available
- Full Alcohol Drinks License
- 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
TripAdvisor

- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent169
- Very Good196
- Average68
- Poor19
- Terrible15
Recent Reviews:
- Audrey SA great place to stay28th May 2025Everything was lovely about this hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were comfortable. The food was excellent especially in the Boat Shed restaurant, but also at breakfast and... Read full review
- EdanabananaVerbier, SwitzerlandLittle gem in Stornoway30th May 2025After a 5 day hike it was a pleasure to stay in this lovely spotless hotel. The room was large and overlooking the castle. The bed was very comfortable. We had dinner in the BoatHouse, excellent... Read full review
- timba99edinburghpoor value for money2nd June 2025Visited the islands for 7 days and this was our last night, staying somewhere different each night. Sadly The Royal Hotel was the poorest accommodation we use, there are far better options throughout... Read full review