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The Royal Hotel Stromness

3.0 star property
Inn in Stromness with free breakfast and restaurant

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Sports bar
Front of property
Family Room
Staircase

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$389
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

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55-57 Victoria St, Stromness, Scotland, KW16 3BS
  • Place, Stromness Ferry Terminal
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Stromness Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Skara Brae
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness places you in the centre of Stromness, steps from Piers Art Centre and within a short 5-minute stroll of Stromness Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this inn include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Hudson Lounge, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The Front Bar is the inn's own sports bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Stromness inn include Stromness Museum and Standing Stones of Stenness.
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What's nearby

  • Stromness Ferry Terminal - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Stromness Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Standing Stones of Stenness - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Ring of Brogdar - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Skara Brae - 16 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ferry Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flori - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Julia's Café & Bistro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Flattie Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tearoom - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel Stromness

Inn in Stromness with free breakfast and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this inn measures 323 square feet (30 square metres) and includes conference space. The Royal Hotel Stromness also features a fireplace in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.

This 3-star Stromness inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq. m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel Stromness offers 10 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 20-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 2 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Front Bar
  • The Haven Restaurant
  • The Hudson Lounge

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 November and 31 March.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2 per day(1312 ft away; open 24 hours)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the inn before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Royal Hotel Stromness Inn
The Royal Hotel Stromness Stromness
The Royal Hotel Stromness Inn Stromness

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

The Royal Hotel Stromness offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel Stromness on 14 Nov 2025 start from AU$389.46, 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.

Is parking available at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Royal Hotel Stromness?

The closest beach to The Royal Hotel Stromness is Scapa Beach (18.7 km).

Is The Royal Hotel Stromness family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Royal Hotel Stromness is a hit with families.

Does The Royal Hotel Stromness serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

No, The Royal Hotel Stromness does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

There is a golf course next to The Royal Hotel Stromness.

Reviews

The Royal Hotel Stromness Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room on top floor; unfortunately no lift. Good facilities except no bath. Breakfast was included and this was hearty and served with a smile. Food was high quality. There was nowhere to dine in the evening and eating out options in Stromness are limited so we’d recommend booking meals before you start your stay. There was nowhere to park at the hotel but we found a free long stay car park above the hotel - though the path was treacherous in wet weather. This must be a great place to stay if you need the ferry but otherwise I’d recommend staying more centrally in Kirkwall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair

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

Wonderful stay.

We had a lovely time at The Royal Hotel. The staff were all very nice and chatty. The breakfasts were amazing and the room was very comfortable. We would highly recommend The Royal Hotel to anybody planning a visit to Stromness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location in the centre of Stromness, OK for a short stopover, no meals on site but some availability at the partner Ferry Inn just along the road. Fairly limited eating places in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the nicest hotel we’ve stayed in so far!!! Looks like they just renovated. They recommended well in advance that dinner reservations should be made and the best place to park the vehicle. 5 big stars!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LADDIE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for our short visit to the Orkneys! Very close to the ferry service, easy overnight parking, very close to most of the Neolithic sites we wanted to see, and great breakfast each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cosy hotel with good sized rooms and complimentary breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John

Staff are excellent room was clean. Wifi intermittent
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kristeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The exterior didn’t hold much promise but our room was lovely and the staff were warm, welcoming and
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very very delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine, Ashton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, clean spacious room. Excellent breakfast choices, food was excellent. Great location to visit Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones and Mae Showe.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eunice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Add a mirror in the room for drying ones hair
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, well-appointed, comfortable, quiet. Right in the center of Stromness, 5 minute walk from the ferry. Ours was a twin, two flights up. Only knock is no lift.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great breakfast, super-comfortable bed in a clean, spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, had to park a few blocks away but no big deal, room is nice with a nice comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel with fantastic friendly staff and one of the best full breakfasts we’ve had in the UK. It can be noisy with the pub downstairs (we were on the 1st floor) and the proximity to the other buildings. Dinner at the Ferry Inn which is the sister hotel was incredible. Make sure to have the scallops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Perfect stay.

Great stay…..wonderful large updated room and bathroom. Large windows…..lots of light and great shades for night. Check in was simple. Bar on site. Great breakfast included…..so many good choices for a hit breakfast. Parking was the only concern for us…..but turned out to be easy. We parked at the ferry terminal….had to move our luggage but only 2 minutes away. Yes the terminal charges but when we parked at 4PM one day could pay till noon the next day. Supper was offered at their companion inn….The Ferry Inn….2 minute walk. Make reservations. Was a great place to eat with great good with great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sean, Swampscott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a friendly place with clean pleasant rooms and a nice breakfast. However, it isn’t really a hotel, more a pub offering bed and breakfast. When I booked it advertised a restaurant, but this had closed down by the time we arrived, and we had to book dinner in a sister hotel nearby. Not a big issue, but as there are only two restaurants in town you have to book early. We found here that like many places in Orkney there seems to be a serious staff shortage. The same lovely lady who served breakfast also ran the bar all day and tried to cover reception duty. She was fantastic (older lady with long hair) but struggled to cover everything. However, we would stay again, and it seemed much nicer than the other hotel in town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Anne M

Travelled with partner
This is one of the few places to stay in the ferry port of Stromness, Mainland Orkney. The staff (and pretty much everyone on the island) are extremely friendly and helpful. The hotel is well-located close to the ferry to mainland Scotland. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The included breakfast is marvelous! The main drawbacks are that the building is old, so there is no parking and no elevator. The hotel is staffed only by the breakfast servers and then the bartender, so checking in is slightly confusing. The sister hotel, The Ferry Inn, responds promptly to any concerns however and is very helpful. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

david

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We only really saw staff at the hotel when we checked in and out. Otherwise it seemed relatively unattended. Noise from the pub carried upstairs into our room. The hotel has no lift, which I understand, but I sorted my search by places with lifts and it still came up. My friend has problems with stairs, so it was kind of inconvenient. Overall am OK stay, but next time I would stay in Kirkwall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dyfed

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice host.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023