The Royal Hotel Stromness

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At The Royal Hotel Stromness, you can look forward to free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Hudson Lounge, offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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A small, cozy room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Standard Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a brown headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with pillows, a wooden wardrobe, a grey armchair, and a painting of a coastal town on the wall.

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Stromness, The Royal Hotel Stromness is in the city center and near the beach. Standing Stones of Stenness and John Rae Memorial Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve and Warebeth Beach. Stromness Museum and The Pickaquoy Centre are also worth visiting. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hunting, rock climbing, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Stromness travel guide
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55-57 Victoria St, Stromness, Scotland, KW16 3BS

What's nearby

  • Three standing stones in a grassy field with a lake and hills in the background.
    Standing Stones of Stenness
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Piers Art Centre
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • John Rae Memorial Statue
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stromness Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stromness Golf Club
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ferry Inn
    3 min walk
  • Loki Seafood Shack
    13 min drive
  • Flori
    1 min walk
  • Stromness Hotel Bar
    1 min walk
  • Orkney & Croft
    145 min drive

About this property

The Royal Hotel Stromness

  • Inn by the sea
  • Consider a stay at The Royal Hotel Stromness and take advantage of free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Hudson Lounge, offers lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.
  • Other perks include:
    • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
    • A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and a billiards/pool table
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Royal Hotel Stromness offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • 20-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
    • Highchairs, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (GBP 2 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 1 and March 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Royal Hotel Stromness pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Royal Hotel Stromness?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Royal Hotel Stromness located?

Located in the heart of Stromness, this golf inn is steps from Standing Stones of Stenness, Piers Art Centre, and John Rae Memorial Statue. Stromness Ferry Terminal and Stromness Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Royal Hotel Stromness Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 92 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Helpful staff and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very convenient for a stay off the ferry from Scrabster. It was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Come and enjoy proper hospitality in a proper hotel with wonderful people. Just like it used to be before life was overtaken by digital awfulness. If you want room service ordered through your TV then stay away. Sensational breakfast (that can also serve as lunch and beyond). Our second visit since 2022, the hotel holds a special place in our lives.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay in Stromness? The building was older but beautifully renovated and the staff were really helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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Good Hotel with Great Location

Breakfast was delicious -lots of cooked breakfast choices plus yogurt, fresh fruits and juices, croissants, bread and more. The internet though was nearly nonexistent and totally useless for doing anything important. Location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

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
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8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There’s a back bar that’s bright and comfortable (ask the bartender how to get through). The rooms were small but comfortable. The people were so friendly in this little town. Great food but everything closes early. Far fewer tourists here. It’s a great stop!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location on main street in heart of Stromness, very convenient for the bus to Kirkwall and hiring bike. The staff were very helpful and breakfast service was excellent. Unfortunately there was a problem with the lighting in the bathroom, which without a window for natural light was very dim.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel, but...

Quick check-in and very comfy room. Hotel is situated only 2min walk away from ferry terminal. Rooms were clean and bigh enough for us two and our luggage. Freshly prepared breakfast- nice! BUT the hotel has a bar on the ground floor and at 2 nights (out of 3) we really struggled to fall asleep because of the loud music and talks. I really love bars, but I also expect hotel rooms to be quiet (at least after 10pm).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

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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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Made to order breakfast great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous breakfast made to order, warm croissant delivered the minute you sit down, lovely dining room. Walk to the ferry in 90 seconds. A must-stay.
Fresh out of the oven scone.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026