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The Royal Hotel

3.0 star property
Rural tranquility meets practical comfort at The Royal Hotel, where guests enjoy local cuisine at the restaurant and evening drinks at the bar

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The Royal Hotel offers a peaceful countryside retreat with practical amenities. Enjoy dry cleaning/laundry, 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. The on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals, and the bar is perfect for evening drinks. WiFi keeps you connected.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is £151
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Single Beds, Harbour View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Harbour view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Harbour View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Harbour view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Harbour View | View from room

Double Room, Harbour View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Harbour view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Harbour View

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Harbour View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Stornoway, The Royal Hotel is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hebridean Way End Point and Mol Bheag, while Museum Nan Eilean and Morven Gallery are cultural highlights. The Good Food Boutique and An Lanntair are also worth visiting. Visit our Stornoway travel guide
Map
Cromwell Street, Stornoway, Scotland, HS1 2DG

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

  • Crust
    11 min drive
  • Beckett And Sons
    11 min walk
  • Bridge Centre Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Boatshed Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • An Lanntair
    5 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Hotel in a rural location
You can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a restaurant at The Royal Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Royal Hotel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • HS-1 Cafe Bar
  • The Boatshed

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests travelling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 28 December and 10 January.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is The Royal Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on 7 Mar 2026 start from £151, including 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.

How much is parking at The Royal Hotel?

The Royal Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Royal Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is steps away from Lewis Loom Centre, An Lanntair and The Good Food Boutique. Museum Nan Eilean and Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Royal Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 239 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay and the most welcoming and helpful staff - thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is well situated and near everything. The HS cafe was available even on Sunday. People were kind and the room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were amazing, the bed was super comfy, and the food was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Andy

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

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, good meal, nice comfortable bed , will return soon
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very beautiful and clean room, nice people at the reception
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tired. In need of refurbishment. Reception staff were first class ....went the extra mile. Restaurant staff at breakfast were disinterested. Quality of buffet was ok but uninspiring. No lift, so be careful if you have heavy luggage. Car parking tight and not obvious to find. Remember you are on the Outer Isles😃😃😃😃
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie

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

8/10 Good

Dean

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

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Raymond

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

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Walkable to dining and shopping areas.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Ideal

Clean, comfortable room with ample hanging and shelf space. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Ate in the restaurant where the food, service, and atmosphere were excellent. I'll definitely aim to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Our room overlooked the water and we had a view of Lews Castle. The staff were all friendly and helpful. If you get a chance, have dinner at the on-site restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Excellent hotel in Stornoway

This was our first time on Lewis and The Royal was an excellent base to explore the Isles of Lewis and Harris. The staff were friendly, the food superb and the room had everything we needed. Would use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mr. Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.Staff great. All great
Stayed 1 night in May 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

Susan

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

Fabulous!

Fabulous, friendly, comfy! Great location, lovely room, wonderful staff, amazing food. Fantastic overall value!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

REUVEN

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

8/10 Good

M. Lee

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

8/10 Good

Calum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location - room had a nice view of Lews Castle. The restaurant was excellent. Staff helpful and friendly. Room very small and bathroom tiny. Very expensive for the room,
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Could be great..... but has some work to do.

A great location in central Stornoway right opposite the Harbour with lovely views of the castle. The downstairs area is bright and modern with a lovely atmosphere but unfortunately this isnt the case in the bedrooms which are dated, small and tired. The bed was very comfy though. We had a few issues with dining in that the first day I waited 90mins for my food order, only to be told the kitchen had closed. The next day, very little was available on the menu so we left to eat elsewhere. Breakfast was fine and fresh. Wouldn't stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025