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About the Hotel

Cromwell St, Stornoway (Isle of Lewis), United Kingdom
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Near the harbour
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Rooms: Comfort and Amenities

Royal Hotel is 10 km from Stornoway. Single rooms feature a quality bed, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and toiletries in the bathroom. Twin and double rooms have heating, air conditioning, tea/coffee facilities, free toiletries, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, and carpeted floors. Harbour view twin and double rooms are available for single use at an extra charge. Some rooms can be made up as 1 double bed plus 1 sofa bed or 2 single beds plus 1 sofa bed. Non-smoking rooms include a TV, telephone, tea/coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi, and an en suite bathroom.

Dining: Local Seafood Focus

The Boatshed Restaurant menus highlight Scottish and Outer Hebridean seafood, including local hand-dived scallops, mussels, and creel-caught langoustines. Menus offer a variety of dishes using meat from local butchers, venison from local hunting estates, and fish and shellfish from the Outer Hebrides. HS1 Cafe Bar is a place to relax, meet friends, enjoy a meal or light bite, and have a drink with views of Lews Castle. Every dish is prepared to standards by professional chefs, with influences from around the world. The dinner menu offers dishes for all tastes.

Location: Near Stornoway

Royal Hotel is 10 km from Stornoway, the 'county town' of the Outer Hebrides, centrally placed for touring the Isle of Lewis. The hotel is near the Museum nan Eilean built alongside the renovated Lews Castle, set in the Castle Grounds in Stornoway. An Lanntair, St Columba's Chapel, and Ness Fishery Memorial are 0.3 km away. Lews Castle and St Peter's Scottish Episcopal Church are 0.5 km away. St Moluag's Episcopal Church is 2 km away.

Services: Hebridean Hospitality

Traditional Hebridean hospitality has been a key part of the service since 1850. Free wireless internet access is available throughout the hotel. The hotel employs a small, friendly professional team and places a focus on customer service. The team develops customer relations and manages guest inquiries and complaints.

Landmarks: Nearby Attractions

The hotel is near Stornoway Castle Grounds (0.5 km), An Lanntair (0.3 km), St Columba's Chapel (0.3 km), St Moluag's Episcopal Church (2 km), Harbour View Gallery (2 km), St Peter's Scottish Episcopal Church (0.5 km), Eoropie Beach (2 km), Ness Fishery Memorial (0.3 km), and Lews Castle (0.5 km). The Isle of Harris is about 1.5 hours' drive from the Caladh Inn.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
12 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
12 m² 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Single Room
2 persons
10 m² 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
12 m² 
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Stornoway (Isle of Lewis)300 m
Airports
Stornoway (SYY) 6.1 km
Benbecula (BEB) 152.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite

At the Royal Hotel, dining is a celebration of Scottish cuisine, offering two delightful venues that showcase the best of local flavors and community spirit. The cozy atmosphere and warm service create the perfect backdrop for memorable meals at The Boatshed and the vibrant HS1 Cafe Bar.
Royal Hotel Stornoway  Restaurant photo
Royal Hotel Stornoway  Restaurant photo
Royal Hotel Stornoway  Restaurant photo

The Boatshed

Traditional Scottish
Ambiance
A cozy, traditional setting that reflects the historical charm of Stornoway.
Key Offerings
A diverse dinner menu featuring seasonal dishes that honor fresh local produce, suitable for gatherings with friends and family.
Reservation
Recommended
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; specific hours vary.

HS1 Cafe Bar

Contemporary Cafe Bar
Ambiance
A lively, friendly atmosphere with a modern twist, perfect for casual dining and socializing.
Key Offerings
Innovative dishes crafted from local ingredients, offering a unique take on classic cafe fare, along with a relaxed vibe ideal for light bites.
Reservation
Not needed
Open for all-day dining; specific hours may vary.

Location

Cromwell St, Stornoway (Isle of Lewis), United Kingdom
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Cromwell St, Stornoway (Isle of Lewis), United Kingdom
Nearby
Gallery
An Lanntair
180 m
Cromwell Street Amity House
Stornoway Harbour
100 m
The Braigh Point
St Columba's Chapel
160 m
3 Bayhead
Lewis Loom Centre
120 m
Ness House Port Nis
Ness Fishery Memorial
160 m
Stornoway Town Hall 2 5 Cromwell Street
Story of Harris Tweed at Stornoway Town Hall
190 m
Church
St Peter's Scottish Episcopal Church
310 m
Amity House
Stornoway Port Authority
430 m
Restaurants
Kopi Java
20 m
87 Cromwell Street
The Blue Lobster
180 m
Harbour View Stornoway Harbour front Cromwell Cromwell Street Quay Harbour facing
Porkie's Burgers
160 m
Bank Street
The Tearoom
190 m
3 Cromwell Street
Big Bite
310 m
35 Point Street
Bridge Centre Cafe
330 m
Bridge Centre
Capones
540 m
84 Strand Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A american breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
22

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