Stornoway


Stornoway is a bustling town, with artisan shops and eateries and across the harbour, the fabulous Castle Grounds with footpaths and mountain bike trails


Island Highlights

Stornoway Harbour

Stornoway with its population of about 6000 is the main port and administrative centre on the Isle of Lewis.

Lews Castle Stoprnoway

Built in 1847, by Sir James Matheson, following his purchase of the Isle of Lewis.

Experience Stornoway

  1. Nicknamed “The Gaelic café” by locals, An Taigh Cèilidh is a Gaelic community centre with events, café, bookshop & gifts. The use of Gaelic is encouraged, though everyone is welcome regardless of whether fluent or don’t have a single word.
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
  2. The Harbour Kitchen in the town centre of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, excel in serving local seafood and freshly prepared dishes.
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
  3. Royal Hotel Exterior
    Recent conservation and refurbishment at the historic 3-star Royal has provided peaceful, front-facing guest rooms with great views and modern comfort. Enjoy creative cuisine in the traditionally styled Boatshed Restaurant or choose the more vibrant HS1.
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
  4. Castle Grounds Stornoway
    Experience the amazing woodland and wildlife in the grounds of the Lews Castle
  5. Cabarfeidh Hotel Lobby - Isle of Lewis
    A 4-star luxury hotel, the informal Cabarfeidh offers modern guest rooms with bath and shower, large beds, free wi-fi and flat-screen TV.
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
  6. Caladh Inn Exterior - Isle of Lewis
    Convenient for the town centre, the 3-star Caladh Inn offers comfortable en-suite bedrooms with colour TV, direct dial phone, hospitality tray and free wi-fi. Lift to all floors and free car park. Hot breakfast buffet included in all rates.
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
  7. Duck breast with roasted vegetables and sauce on a blue plate, sitting on a brown table.
    There’s a refined, yet relaxed atmosphere at Cleaver. Contemporary dishes alongside classic Scottish dishes prepared with the best fresh local produce available.
  8. HS1 cafe bar interior view with tables and chairs with exposed brick wall at rear.
    HS1’s contemporary café menu includes steaks, pasta, wraps, salads, authentic curries and the amazing homemade HS1 burger. Enjoy coffee and a cake, a light lunch or a full 3 course dinner.
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
  9. The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, restaurant with wooden flooring, wooden tables with tan leather chairs, grey panelling on walls
    Find the best of fresh produce, prepared and creatively presented at the Boatshed. Fabulous value early dinners and a la carte menus include local seafood and meats from traditional local butchers and local hunting estates.
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
  10. Caladh Eleven Restaurant
    Eleven offers a stylish, family friendly ‘self-serve’ carvery/buffet with excellent, freshly made dishes, a la carte and sharing platters. Eleven Express Takeaway includes all the delicious buffet choices – great value food to go
    1. 1st January 202331st December 2023
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  1. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 29 reviews29 reviews

    Address

    3 Airidh Ard, Stornoway, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2UN

    Telephone

    01851 705283

    Stornoway, Isle Of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now

    An Airigh, is a luxury self catering cottage situated within one mile from the centre of Stornoway. The cottage is rated 4 Star by Visit Scotland and can comfortably accommodate up to 4 persons. Property is pet friendly with free Wi-Fi.

    Facilities

    Languages Spoken

    • Gaelic Speaking

    Facilities

    Children

    • Children Welcome
    • Cot Available
    • Highchair Available
    • Outdoor Play Area

    Special Requirements

    • Children Welcome
    • Families

    Facilities

    Special Requirements

    • Dogs Welcome
    • Pets Welcome By Arrangement

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  2. Harris Tweed Weaver
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaving Harris Tweed
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaver at work
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Coloured plain and patterned tweed fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Plaid coloured tweed rolls
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Harris Tweed stamp
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - rolls of fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - The finished products - Jackets, coats and waistcoats
    Harris Tweed Weaver
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaving Harris Tweed
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaver at work
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Coloured plain and patterned tweed fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Plaid coloured tweed rolls
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Harris Tweed stamp
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - rolls of fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - The finished products - Jackets, coats and waistcoats

    Address

    25 North Beach, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2XQ

    Telephone

    01851 700046

    Isle of Lewis

    We manufacture authentic Harris Tweed® at our mill in Shawbost, working with over 120 self employed home weavers to create our world-famous cloth. Visit our shop in Stornoway to see our collection of fabrics, jackets and accessories.

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  3. Address

    Cairn Dhu, 18A/2 Matheson Road, Stornoway, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2LA

    Telephone

    01851 870 786

    Stornoway, Isle Of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now

    This bright and spacious self catering apartment is situated in ‘Cairn Dhu House’ on Matheson Road, only five minutes walk from the town centre and most other amenities. It’s ideally located for a base to explore Lewis and Harris.

    Facilities

    Special Requirements

    • Children Welcome - By arrangement
    • Families

    Facilities

    Special Requirements

    • Disabled Citizens - Not adapted but can arrange by mutual consent

    Transport

    • Disabled Parking - In Private Park Space

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  4. Address

    The Hub, Glen House, Willowglen Road, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2EP

    Telephone

    0787 657 0932

    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    At Bespoke Bicycles, we provide a professional, friendly service with over 21 years combined bicyles repair/care experience between our qualified Velotech mechanics.

    Add Bespoke Bicycle Hebrides to your Itinerary

  5. Address

    Kenneth Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DS

    Telephone

    01851 703307

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    The largest arts facility in the Outer Hebrides and comprises a gallery, performance space/cinema, education room, bar/restaurant and gift shop. It has won many awards including a Come to Britain Trophy and Traditional Music Venue of the year.

    Facilities

    Languages Spoken

    • Gaelic Speaking

    Facilities

    Children

    • Baby Changing Facilities Available
    • Children Welcome
    • Children's Menu Available
    • Highchair Available

    Special Requirements

    • Children Welcome

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Cafe / Restaurant available on site
    • Evening Meal Available

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Vegan Meals Available
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegetarian Food Available

    Facilities

    Facilities

    • Disabled Access

    Special Requirements

    • Disabled Citizens

    Add An Lanntair to your Itinerary

  6. HS1 cafe bar interior view with tables and chairs with exposed brick wall at rear.
    HS1 cafe bar interior view with tables and chairs with exposed brick wall at rear.
    HS1 cafe bar table setting with burger and chips and coleslaw.
    HS1 Cafe Bar in Stornoway, bowl of mussels and garlic bread on table.
    HS1 cafe bar booth with chicken vermicelli salad and ramen dish.
    HS1 cafe bar booth with chicken ramen is a black bowl.
    HS1 cafe bar interior view with tables and chairs with exposed brick wall at rear.
    HS1 cafe bar interior view with tables and chairs with exposed brick wall at rear.
    HS1 cafe bar table setting with burger and chips and coleslaw.
    HS1 Cafe Bar in Stornoway, bowl of mussels and garlic bread on table.
    HS1 cafe bar booth with chicken vermicelli salad and ramen dish.
    HS1 cafe bar booth with chicken ramen is a black bowl.

    Address

    Royal Hotel, Cromwell Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DG

    Telephone

    01851 702109

    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    HS1’s contemporary café menu includes steaks, pasta, wraps, salads, authentic curries and the amazing homemade HS1 burger. Enjoy coffee and a cake, a light lunch or a full 3 course dinner. Open every day, opposite the Castle and Marina.

    Add HS-1 Cafe Bar to your Itinerary

  7. Address

    5 Cromwell Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DB

    Telephone

    01851 706586

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Opened by Lach Maclean and fiancée Leelah Macaulay in 2019 the Harbour Kitchen Seafood Restaurant is where it all began. Boasting a reputation for serving the freshest fish and shellfish, Head Chef Lach Maclean and team celebrate Hebridean produce, with ingredients sourced locally to create simple seafood dishes and classic flavours.

    The…

    Facilities

    Children

    • Baby Changing Facilities Available
    • Highchair Available

    Special Requirements

    • Families

    Facilities

    Facilities

    • Disabled Access
    • Disabled toilets

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  8. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 798 reviews798 reviews

    Address

    Lews Castle, Lews Castle Grounds, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XP

    Telephone

    01625 416430

    Isle Of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Lews Castle by Together Travel offers exceptional self-catering stays in Stornoway, in the heart of the Outer Hebrides. With 1, 2 & 3 bedroom luxury apartments available, enjoy an unforgettable stay in this breath-taking location.

    Add Lews Castle by Archibo Ltd to your Itinerary

  9. Address

    30 Scotland Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2JR

    Telephone

    07857221576

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    ‘Mo Eilean’- your home away from home
    Situated in the beautiful harbour town of Stornoway, Outer Hebrides, this luxury Victorian self-catering holiday accommodation sleeps 6 and offers you the ideal base for exploring the Isle of Lewis & Harris.

    Facilities

    Children

    • Children Welcome
    • Cot Available
    • Highchair Available

    Special Requirements

    • Children Welcome
    • Families

    Add HebHideaways to your Itinerary

  10. Caladh Eleven Restaurant
    Caladh Eleven Restaurant
    Caladh Eleven Carvery
    Caladh Inn - Burger
    Caladh Inn - Seafood
     Caladh Inn Buffet
    Caladh Eleven Restaurant
    Caladh Eleven Restaurant
    Caladh Eleven Carvery
    Caladh Inn - Burger
    Caladh Inn - Seafood
     Caladh Inn Buffet

    Address

    The Caladh Inn, 11 James Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2QN

    Telephone

    01851 702740

    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Eleven offers a stylish, family friendly ‘self-serve’ carvery/buffet with excellent, freshly made dishes, a la carte and sharing platters. Eleven Express Takeaway includes all the delicious buffet choices – great value food to go. Open 7 days.

    Add Eleven at the Caladh Inn to your Itinerary

  11. Royal Hotel Exterior
    HS1 Interior
    HS1 Interior
    Royal Hotel Exterior
    HS1 Interior
    HS1 Interior

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 448 reviews448 reviews

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01851 702109

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Recent conservation and refurbishment at the historic 3-star Royal has provided peaceful, front-facing guest rooms with great views and modern comfort. Enjoy creative cuisine in the traditionally styled Boatshed Restaurant or choose the more vibrant HS1.

    Facilities

    Catering

    • Dinner Available

    Facilities

    Facilities

    • Disabled Access

    Special Requirements

    • Disabled Citizens

    Add Royal Hotel to your Itinerary

  12. Duck breast with roasted vegetables and sauce on a blue plate, sitting on a brown table.
    Hebridean mussels in a white bowl with restaurant in background.
    Smoked haddock croquettes sitting on a butter sauce on a blue plate.
    Cleaver @ The Cabarefidh Hotel, black ougginf and pork belly on a black dish with braised beef and vegetable dish in the background.
    Cleaver @ The Cabarfeidh Hotel, close up detail of afternoon tea desserts. glossy pink tarts, lemon macarons and profiteroles in the background.
    Cabarfeidh @ Cleaver Restaurant with light wood floor and dark brown tables and chairs with view to reception in the background.
    Duck breast with roasted vegetables and sauce on a blue plate, sitting on a brown table.
    Hebridean mussels in a white bowl with restaurant in background.
    Smoked haddock croquettes sitting on a butter sauce on a blue plate.
    Cleaver @ The Cabarefidh Hotel, black ougginf and pork belly on a black dish with braised beef and vegetable dish in the background.
    Cleaver @ The Cabarfeidh Hotel, close up detail of afternoon tea desserts. glossy pink tarts, lemon macarons and profiteroles in the background.
    Cabarfeidh @ Cleaver Restaurant with light wood floor and dark brown tables and chairs with view to reception in the background.

    Address

    The Cabarfeidh Hotel, Manor Park, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2EU

    Telephone

    01851 702604

    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    There’s a refined, yet relaxed atmosphere at Cleaver. Contemporary dishes include a fusion of traditional Scottish recipes, French classic cuisine and world specialties – prepared with the best fresh local produce available. Open 7 days.

    Facilities

    Facilities

    • Disabled Access
    • Disabled toilets

    Special Requirements

    • Disabled Citizens

    Add Cleaver at the Cabarfeidh Hotel to your Itinerary

  13. Harris Tweed Weaver
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaving Harris Tweed
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaver at work
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Coloured plain and patterned tweed fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Plaid coloured tweed rolls
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Harris Tweed stamp
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - rolls of fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - The finished products - Jackets, coats and waistcoats
    Harris Tweed Weaver
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaving Harris Tweed
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Weaver at work
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Coloured plain and patterned tweed fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Plaid coloured tweed rolls
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Harris Tweed stamp
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - Samples
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - rolls of fabric
    Harris Tweed Hebrides - The finished products - Jackets, coats and waistcoats

    Address

    25 North Beach, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2XQ

    Telephone

    01851 700046

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    We manufacture authentic Harris Tweed® at our mill in Shawbost, working with over 120 self employed home weavers to create our world-famous cloth. Visit our shop in Stornoway to see our collection of fabrics, jackets and accessories.

    Add Harris Tweed Hebrides to your Itinerary

  14. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 43 reviews43 reviews

    Address

    1-3 Francis Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2NF

    Telephone

    07885 250860

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    We offer Private Tours of Outer Hebrides from our base in Stornoway, Isle of Lewis. Bilingual locals we provide flexible, professional journeys in our 4x4 7-seater vehicles and the highest standards of service possible to our clients.

    Add Heb360 Tours to your Itinerary

  15. The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, restaurant with wooden flooring, wooden tables with tan leather chairs, grey panelling on walls
    The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, restaurant with padded Harris Tweed seating along wall, wooden tables, tan leather chairs.
    Hebridean langoustines on a white plate, sitting on a wooden table.
    The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, fish and chips set on a plate with tartare sauce and mushy peas, sitting on a wooden table.
    The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, white bowl with mussels and side of garlic bread, sitting on a wooden table.
    The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, restaurant with wooden flooring, wooden tables with tan leather chairs, grey panelling on walls
    The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, restaurant with padded Harris Tweed seating along wall, wooden tables, tan leather chairs.
    Hebridean langoustines on a white plate, sitting on a wooden table.
    The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, fish and chips set on a plate with tartare sauce and mushy peas, sitting on a wooden table.
    The Boatshed restaurant at The Royal Hotel, white bowl with mussels and side of garlic bread, sitting on a wooden table.

    Address

    Royal Hotel, Cromwell Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DG

    Telephone

    01851 702109

    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Find the best of fresh produce, prepared and creatively presented at the Boatshed. Fabulous value early dinners and a la carte menus include local seafood and meats from traditional local butchers and local hunting estates. Closed Sundays.

    Facilities

    Special Requirements

    • Disabled Citizens

    Add The Boatshed Restaurant at the Royal Hotel to your Itinerary

  16. Group of tour guides in the Outer Hebrides
    Group of Outer Hebrides Guides with a Berserker a large replica of one of the Lewis Chessmen
    Group at St Moluag Church , Ness Isle off Lewis
    Group of Hebridean Tour Guides on Assessment Day
    Group of tour guides in the Outer Hebrides
    Group of Outer Hebrides Guides with a Berserker a large replica of one of the Lewis Chessmen
    Group at St Moluag Church , Ness Isle off Lewis
    Group of Hebridean Tour Guides on Assessment Day

    Address

    c/o Failte Centre, Bayhead, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2DU

    Telephone

    01851 880303

    Stornoway, Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Engage professional Tour Guides to enhance your visit to a Gaelic landscape and culture. Western Isles Tour Guide Association has a 21-year record of successful tours, in 9 languages, with U.K. & international visitors to the Outer Hebrides.

    Add Western Isles Tour Guides Association to your Itinerary

  17. Address

    7 Sand Street, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS1 2UE

    Telephone

    07919 403777

    Isle of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member - Book Now

    Metagama and Iolaire Lodges
    Situated on the edge of Stornoway, our spacious two-bedroomed, dog-friendly lodges offer the ideal base from which to explore Lewis and Harris. Iolaire Lodge also offers the option of a hot tub.

    Facilities

    Children

    • Children Welcome
    • Cot Available
    • Highchair Available

    Special Requirements

    • Children Welcome
    • Families

    Facilities

    Special Requirements

    • Dogs Welcome

    Add Hebridean Luxury Holidays to your Itinerary

  18. TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 798 reviews798 reviews

    Address

    Lews Castle, Lews Castle Grounds, Isle Of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, HS2 0XP

    Telephone

    01851 281111

    Isle Of Lewis

    Awards

    • Other Awards Outer Hebrides Tourism Member 2020Outer Hebrides Tourism Member

    Serving tasty hand-prepared dishes, our Storehouse cafe is the perfect place to take a moment after exploring the Lews Castle grounds. Enjoy a frothy coffee from the comfort of our unique eatery, before tucking into our specials of the day.

    Add Lews Castle Storehouse Cafe to your Itinerary

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