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Recommended hotels in Scalloway

The Scalloway Hotel with a traditional stone facade, multiple windows, and a signboard.
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fire extinguisher, and a potted plant.
A neatly made bed with white linens, two pillows, and two folded towels. There are two bedside tables with lamps and a tissue box on one.
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, a built-in sink, and a large window with a view of a building and water.

1. Scalloway Hotel

Scalloway Hotel
Scalloway
United Kingdom
John
£148
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Scalloway Hotel
A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a large mirror, a bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A wooden desk with a bottle of water, a coffee maker, two glasses, and a tray with coffee pods and a mug.
A mirror with a sunburst frame reflecting a room with a sofa, a television, and windows.
A person seated at a table with a window view of a street and buildings, a small plant, and a cup.

2. Fort Charlotte Guesthouse

Fort Charlotte Guesthouse
Lerwick
United States
Hope
£138
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Fort Charlotte Guesthouse
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a desk, a chair, and a window.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with a coffee maker and paper towels.
A glass-enclosed shower with a handheld showerhead, a white sink, and a toilet.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

3. Varis House

Varis House
Lerwick
United States
machel
£113
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Varis House
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a high ceiling, and artwork on the walls.
A lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are two paintings on the wall and lamps on the side tables.
A reception area with a counter, wooden paneling, and various wall decorations including shields and a map.
A lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar with a variety of bottles, and a fireplace.

4. Shetland Hotel

Shetland Hotel
Lerwick
United States
Michael
£207
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Shetland Hotel
A modern fireplace with a stone wall backdrop.
The exterior of The Lerwick Hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with glass doors and a black facade.
A lobby with a circular seating area, a reception desk, and a large window.
A dining area with a table set for six, surrounded by chairs, and large windows with blinds.

5. Lerwick Hotel

Lerwick Hotel
Lerwick
United States
Denise
£215
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Lerwick Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A hotel lobby with a patterned carpet, a seating area with sofas and chairs, a fireplace, and wall-mounted clocks.
A hotel with a flat roof, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a sign reading "Brae Hotel".

6. Brae Hotel

Brae Hotel
Brae
United States
Cindy
£85
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Brae Hotel
A building with multiple windows, a grassy area in front, and a night sky with green aurora.
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a seating area with chairs and a fireplace.
A stone pathway leading to a white building with a black door.
A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, a desk with a mirror, and a telephone.

7. Busta House Hotel

Busta House Hotel
Busta
United Kingdom
Marc
£174
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Busta House Hotel
A historic stone building with multiple windows and a waterfront view.
A coastal scene with a building, a ferry, and a cruise ship.
A historic building with a sign reading "Queens Hotel." It features a stone facade, multiple windows, and a steeply pitched roof.
A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a telephone.

8. The Queen's Hotel

The Queen's Hotel
Lerwick
United States
Wendy
£89
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Queen's Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Scalloway?
A visit to the significant historical sites in Scalloway is probably on top of your sightseeing itinerary. You can also explore the many sights to visit such as monuments and museums.
How many historical hotels are located in Scalloway?
Scalloway is home to 4 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Scalloway?
A couple of favourite places to visit are Shetland Bus Memorial and Scalloway Museum. You'll also find Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition and Lerwick Town Hall in the area.
What is a historic hotel like in Scalloway?
By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a holiday in a place that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Scalloway, giving a real sense of character.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Scalloway have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Scalloway, you won't find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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