The Lerwick Hotel

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Our first morning on Shetland was to have been a stroll to St Ninian's Isle, but a heavy rain shower put pay to it. We now need a warm coffee and get out of the rain, so headed back to Lerwick.

The Lerwick Hotel was the first place we saw and decided to stop to see if a coffee was available.

What a present surprise, even though we were not staying there we had a warm welcome and asked about coffee. They were still serving breakfast and we were offered that option, after such a welcome who could resist.

We were shown a table near the window in what is a modern dining room. There are some scenic views over the bay, shame about the rain. On a sunny day there would be some great sights.

Our waiter was really friendly and gave us the different options for breakfast. Cold, wet and hungry the full Scottish was the answer. Just delicious, eggs done to perfection and great crispy bacon, one couldn't ask for more.

There were also juices and a great selection of fruit, yoghurt, croissants, pastries, selection of cold meats and cheeses.

The cappuccinos were awesome as well.

Fully sated we were ready for what ever Shetland was to throw at us.

This is definitely a good hotel, friendly staff and modern and well worth an option if you want to stay in Lerwick.

Location is perfect by the sea
Staff were excellent

Very friendly and helpful staff. We had early access to our room which was wonderful after the ferry crossing from Aberdeen. Room was spotlessly clean and comfortable. Hester in our room meant we could adjust it to suit ourselves. There are a few options for room service that you choose. Meals were excellent. Felt very well looked after. We requested a room with a sea view and that was lovely. Very quiet hotel so we slept well

All was good in bedroom and bedroom
Staff seemed helpful
Dining room comfortable with a great view

Great hotel

Unfortunately, there are only a couple of hotels to choose from in Lerwick, and I was told that the Lerwick Hotel was the best option.

The rooms, and the hotel in general, are very much in need of updating. The wallpaper was peeling, and the bed was not very comfortable.

That said, the hotel restaurant was very good, and I enjoyed my meals there.

Pros: location, cleanliness, excellent restaurant, courtesy of staff, wonderful deep bathtub, very good breakfast buffet

Location & view was great! Restaurant food was amazing (Dinner & Breakfast 5 stars) recommend the balmoral beef & haggis! Room was a great size with a big bathroom with a bath. Staff are lovely, 5 stars for them! Will certainly stay here again!

Breakfast was fine.

After reading some very mixed reviews, I asked Ramblers and the hotel to place me in a clean quiet hygienic room
This was done. Odd that ho7srkeeping had to be requested but that worked ok.
Htl overall badly needs repainting and renovations but my stay was very good. Staff were brilliant! Friendly and very helpful.

The hotel was close to a bus stop which for me was great as I don't drive. It was about a 15 minute walk from the centre of Lerwick and it involved walking up a few hills but it was possible to get a bus from the hotel.

The hotel its self was clean and comfortable. I ate at the hotel every evening of my stay as there was no nearby restaurants. The food was very nice but very expensive

I would recommend getting a bus to and from the airport as its so much cheaper than the taxis, which were expensive and you can catch a bus from down the road

I would recommend this hotel to anyone planning a short stay on the island

All staff were friendly and very helpful. Substantial breakfast. Lunches were delicious.

Very friendly helpful staff