Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.3 (748 reviews)
Cromwell St , Stornoway , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Delicious food
Friendly staff
Cons:
Limited parking
Some rooms small
Overpriced for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Overall clean but some concerns about room quality.
Service
8.6
Staff were welcoming and first class.
Location
8.94
Perfectly located in the centre of Stornoway with great views.
Room Quality
7.89
Some rooms reported as old-fashioned and small.
Amenities
8.32
Good amenities but need for a lift noted.
Value for Money
7.38
Some guests felt the hotel was overpriced.
Food and Beverage
8.73
Food highly praised as delicious.
Overall Experience
8.4
A lovely stay overall with minor downsides.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:38

Property Description

Historic Charm and Prime Location
Experience the allure of Stornoway's most historic hotel, the Royal, nestled in the heart of the town by the marina. Immerse yourself in the cosy character of the hotel and savor exquisite dining options at the Boatshed Restaurant or the trendy HS1 cafe bar.

Modern Amenities for Business Travelers
Stay connected with complimentary high-speed wireless internet access available throughout the hotel, perfect for business travelers needing a seamless work experience during their stay.

Warm Hospitality and Scenic Views
Beyond the picturesque views of Lews Castle, what truly sets us apart is our genuine Hebridean hospitality. Expect a warm welcome and impeccable service, reflecting the renowned tradition of hospitality in the region.

Book now to indulge in a memorable stay at the Royal Hotel, where comfort, convenience, and hospitality converge seamlessly.

Important information:

When booking for more than 8 rooms different policies will apply:

Full Group and individual Cancellation Policy:

Over 42 days prior to arrival - nil

28 to 41 days prior to arrival - 50% of agreed charge for group numbers booked

14 to 27 days prior to arrival - 75% of agreed charge for group numbers booked

Under 14 days prior to arrival - 100% of agreed charge for group numbers booked

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SYY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 748 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.94
Room Quality: 7.89
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 7.38
Food and Beverage: 8.73
Overall Experience: 8.4
J
Jacqui couple au
8
Thoroughly enjoyable
Pros:

All was excellent - breakfast lovely, room spacious and wonderful view, restaurant food top notch.

Cons:

Everything was good.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Shelby couple us
10
Excellent hotel—will absolutely stay again!
Pros:

The Royal Hotel was amazing! Incredible staff that were attentive, quick, and very nice. The room was very comfortable (the beds were some of the most comfortable of our entire trip), the location was amazing, and it helped make our trip to Lewis a wonderful trip!

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Nicholas couple au
9
Very enjoyable. Would recommend
Pros:

Convenient. Staff exceptional and very helpful. Especially the front desk. The restaurant (Boatshed is very good but popular. Book early if you want dinner in peak time.

Cons:

Rooms at front can get a bit of traffic noise in the evening but it settles completely by 8pm . The hotel has no dedicated parking but street parking is easy.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Carole couple fr
6
Hôtel désuet. Équipement pas à la hauteur
Pros:

Son emplacement

Cons:

Pas accessibilité handicapés
Équipements sanitaires vieillot, de même pour l'ameublement.
Nous avions une "double room" d'environ12m2.
Salle de bain avec baignoire et rideau de douche qui vous colle à la peau mouillée.
Ce fut sûrement un bel hôtel mais il a mal vieilli. La rénovation laisse à désirer.
Très mauvais rapport qualité prix.

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
4
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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June couple gb
10
THE BEST EVER STAFF TO MAKE YOUR STAY FANTASTIC
Pros:

Lovely view of the castle and water. Rooms clean and comfortable and the food at both restaurants was delicious. The thing that made our trip so wonderful was all the staff. They were so very helpful and friendly and will do everything and anything they can to make your stay the best it can be. Thank to all.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
M
Melinda solo_traveller au
9
2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Smith couple us
5
Good location but the site says double bed but it is only a twin and the rooms are tiny, Bathtub shower is very hard to
Pros:

Location and on site restaurant

Cons:

The room size and the bed size was too small, no elevator

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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Joanne family_with_children gb
10
2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple ch
3
Ein viel zu teurer Fehler
Pros:

Die Lage am Hafen ist ein Pluspunkt. Die Frau an der Rezeption war nett.

Cons:

Das Zimmer, war super klein, das Licht hat geflackert. Auch nachdem wir uns beklagt haben. Die Dusche ist alt und sollte renoviert werden. Wir haben beim Abendessen selten eine Crew erlebt, die so überfordert und orientierungslos im Restaurant rumgelaufen ist.

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Gerard solo_traveller ie
8
Nice hotel, good location, busy restaurants, friendly staff
Pros:

Good location, good breakfast but expensive beers.

Cons:

Pricey beers at approximately 8.80

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller us
10
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Diane solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Extremely helpful staff, rooms with everything needed for our stay and some added extras!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
C
Chris solo_traveller au
9
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Muriel solo_traveller gb
10
Lovely, comfortable stay in a great hotel
Pros:

Staff couldn't be more welcoming and helpful.
Both the room and bathroom were lovely.
Really nice and comfortable seating options to have a drink in the evening.

Cons:

My experience was that the breakfast service was quite slow and what I received was never exactly as ordered.
Breakfast menu could be improved with gluten free sausage and local black pudding (of which there is a gluten free version).
A couple of minor adjustments to the dinner menu (eg to stock/flour) would add to the gluten free options.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Lorna couple gb
8
Lovely stay will definitely return
Pros:

Was perfect for ferry’s and allowed dogs , staff were really nice and friendly

Cons:

Breakfast took around an hour to get it but was lovely when arrived

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Terry solo_traveller gb
2
Very disappointed compared with many other stays on the islands. Despite telling the hotel that we needed bike storage t
Pros:

Nicely situated near to harbor but scaffolding
Unfortunately blocked the view a bit.
Food was good but had to wait an hour each time we had dinner before being served. Seemed like they had too many outside diners and not enough space for residents

Cons:

Given a very small room with an en-suite like a broom cupboard. Yet the charges were high and would expect a superior room for the price we paid

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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William solo_traveller gb
8
Probably the best place to stay in Stornoway.
Pros:

Perfectly located.
Plenty of options for food. A busy casual dining experience and a more formal option.
Probably the best food on offer in Stornoway town.
Nice friendly staff.

Cons:

I had a small bathroom with very little space.
It needed a shelf to place toiletries.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Andrew solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The staff were excellent. The food was great and my room comfortable and clean.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Diana solo_traveller au
10
The Outer Hebrides
Pros:

Gorgeous single room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-06 via Nuitee