See all properties
Save

The Stromness Hotel

2.0 star property

Photo gallery for The Stromness Hotel

Front of property
Lounge
Deluxe Triple Room
Interior
View from property

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$283
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June

Explore the area

View map
The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland, KW16 3AA
  • Place, Piers Art Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stromness Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Skara Brae
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Twin Room

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a window with curtains.

Basic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

  • Harbour view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Stromness

At The Stromness Hotel you'll be within steps of Piers Art Centre and Stromness Ferry Terminal. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Stromness hotel include Stromness Museum and Standing Stones of Stenness.

What's nearby

  • Piers Art Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Stromness Museum - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Maes Howe - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Ring of Brogdar - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Skara Brae - 18 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julia's Café & Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Flattie Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ferry Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Loki Seafood Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Flori - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Stromness Hotel

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Stromness hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1901
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
The Stromness Hotel offers 42 accommodations. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. This Stromness hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Similar properties

View from property
Ferry Inn Stromness
Stromness
  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Parking available
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 175 reviews
The price is AU$377
includes taxes & fees
20 June - 21 June
Ferry Inn Stromness

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1901
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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, American Express and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The Stromness Hotel.

Property is also known as

The Stromness Hotel Hotel
The Stromness Hotel Stromness
The Stromness Hotel by Paymán Club
The Stromness Hotel Hotel Stromness

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Stromness Hotel?

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

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

As of 13 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Stromness Hotel on 14 June 2026 start from AU$283, 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 Stromness Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Stromness Hotel?

The closest beach to The Stromness Hotel is Scapa Beach (18.6 km).

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

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

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Stromness Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 87 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon and Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the ferry and shopping. Helpful staff. Rooms were quaint and hotel in good condition
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic charming old hotel feel...like an old movie. Everything was clean and good hot water. We had ferry cancellations and they were very kind and kept us two extra nights in the same room. Breakfast was good and hearty and the attached evening restaurant was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very kind staff and tasty breackfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast good. Limited food options in stromness. Access to buses ferries and neolithic sites very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to sea port and right next to whole rows of shops bars places to explore- jut dandy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and spacious, but rather basic facilities. Wonderful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, great breakfast and the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good place to stay

The staff all seemed to be seasonal and weren’t really able to give us directions to places. But they were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Neat vintage style hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Great location to catch the ferry
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Frazor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel closed all food and beverage service. There was a notice on their website but no notice on Expedia. The surrounding town was largely closed too, so being without food options was not acceptable. The hotel emailed to confirm my reservation. I complained and asked for a cancellation and refund. They never answered. As the cost was prepaid, I guess I will not get my money back. Ultimately we booked into a hotel in Kirkwall. This was a shockingly bad experience. I would urge everyone to avoid this “hotel”.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jon and Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being able to walk to shopping nearby and the ferry! It’s a beautiful old hotel and is kept as such. Our ferry was delayed and we were so happy to get another room here for the second night. Staff was courteous and enthusiastic. Our bathroom electricity went out the second night but wasn’t a problem. There was a book loaning shelf on the 3rd floor. We didn’t try the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is large, rooms are spacious and it is ideally situated in the centre. But what I really loved was how much the staff obviously love the place and want to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, large room at the front with the bay window. View was good and in the shopping area opposite the dock. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, personal were great. Room was spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic hotel. Family of four in one room was fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond to help us
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is old, quirky, and feels like youve traveled back in time. Lovely. Staff were delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Andreas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice staff, but the hotel needs major investment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel felt a it needs some work here and there. However the room was comfortable and the staff was friendly. Breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amanda Ulvestad-

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was quite friendly for the one time we interacted with them during our stay. The hotel is very dated…the inside looks and gives vibes from The Shining. The hotel is located in a very central area and makes walking about Stromness very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just would have preferred a bar facility but was fine with that also thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Alan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
More like an expensive hostel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022