Royal Hotel

As Stornoway’s oldest and most storied hotel, the Royal sits right at the heart of town, just next to the marina. It’s a spot where you can unwind, soak up the charming, snug atmosphere, and tuck into a meal at the Boatshed Restaurant or pop over to HS1, the town’s very first café bar.

Traveling for work? You’ll value the complimentary Wi-Fi that’s available across the entire building.

But what truly sets this place apart isn’t the stone and timber—it’s the genuine warmth of the welcome and the easygoing, friendly service you’ll get from the start. Hospitality runs deep in the Hebrides, and the Royal carries that tradition proudly.

From the hotel, you’ll get a lovely outlook over Lews Castle and its surrounding grounds, and the town centre is just a short 200-metre stroll away. Guests traveling as a couple are especially fond of the setting, giving it a standout 9.3 rating for two-person stays.