Stornoway Homestays

10th-12th Aug 24. Won’t visit again. We spent 17 days on a roadtrip in NW Scotland and the Hebrides across 2 B&B, 2 Hotels, a Pod and a cottage and found little of value at the Royal Hotel. Location on quayside in Stornoway was excellent, access to Northern Lewis and multiple historic sites of interest. Parking was tight at rear of hotel however plenty st parking out front. We reserved standard double, harbour view with en-suite at £249 per night B&B. If you are given room key 31, return it. Bathroom was not functional, sink in front of toilet, meaning difficult to use toilet, standing or sitting at an awkward angle, with sink at teeth level and dangerous. With door closed not able to dry yourself in the bathroom, the shower was tiny. We advised reception immediately, they were unable to move us that night as hotel full, advising bathrooms in old buildings typically tight ( photo attached.) Disappointed with this response we asked them to review the room rate, as other rooms had appropriate bathrooms. Next night we were advised no reduction in room rate as configuration of bathrooms similar in old buildings unfortunately ( not true.) We shared more disappointment with the management, then late that evening we were moved for the first time to room 16 ( which was just what we’d expected for this rate ) then moved again the next night to room 7 ( shower fitting was broken ) as 16 was required for other guests. Only one of the 3 rooms came anywhere near our value for £249 per night. No reimbursement as they must have felt moving us made up for their shortcomings. On the plus side, restaurant was accommodating, despite reception losing our booking for dinner on the last evening, staff were friendly, fayre was OK. Team at reception had their hands tied, hotel was full. They had little awareness of the configuration of the rooms, which surprised us. 2 of the team had never seen the rooms ? Could they have done more, yes, admitted frailties and adjusted rate, they chose not to. Their positive manner doesn’t cover for the inefficiency of events. £750 for 3 nights B&B ( in 3 rooms ) in a dysfunctional building represents no value. All we needed was a room and a useable bathroom, nothing special. All other accommodation across our trip was as expected. Fantastic adventure, just not at the Royal Hotel for us again, very disappointing.

A stay at Caladh Inn places you in the heart of Stornoway, steps from Museum Nan Eilean and 5 minutes by foot from Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from The Good Food Boutique and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from An Lanntair.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Eleven, a restaurant which specializes in British cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 67 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

With a stay at The Cabarfeidh Hotel in Stornoway, you'll be near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of An Lanntair and Hebridean Way End Point. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from The Good Food Boutique and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Museum Nan Eilean.Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at Cleaver, a restaurant which specializes in local cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. Planning an event in Stornoway? This hotel has 398 square feet (37 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 46 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

A stay at County Hotel places you in the heart of Stornoway, steps from The Good Food Boutique and 3 minutes by foot from An Lanntair. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lewis Loom Centre and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Museum Nan Eilean.Enjoy a satisfying meal at Indian / European serving guests of County Hotel. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Stay in one of 16 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.