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Stornoway Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Stornoway, Scotland

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Tonight
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Tomorrow
23 Sept - 24 Sept
This weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept
Next weekend
2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Stornoway historic hotels

A white building with multiple windows and a sign reading "Royal Hotel."
A room with a fireplace, two striped armchairs, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.
A cozy room with a checkered armchair, a round table with a potted plant, and a view of a building through large windows.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a bar area.

1. The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel
Stornoway
United States
Jessica
€160
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Royal Hotel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large abstract painting, a potted plant, and a red carpeted area.
A formal dining room with a long table set for a banquet, flanked by tall chairs, and a bar area with a mirror and decorative lighting.
A modern hotel building with a white facade and a stone-textured corner.
A hotel room with two beds, each with a purple bedspread and teal pillows, a small table with a chair, and a window with curtains.

2. Caladh Inn

Caladh Inn
Stornoway
United Kingdom
Jane
€140
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Caladh Inn
A beach with white sand and clear turquoise water, surrounded by mountains.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a white coffee table, and a blue patterned rug. There are two windows with blinds, a white radiator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A harbor with boats docked, a white building with a dark roof, and a hill in the background.
A double bed with a grey and white duvet, a grey armchair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall with floral wallpaper.

3. Stornoway Bed and Breakfast

Stornoway Bed and Breakfast
Stornoway
United Kingdom
Neil
€147
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Stornoway Bed and Breakfast
A stone fireplace with a fire, two leather sofas, and a coffee table in a room with a stone wall.
A three-tiered dessert stand with various pastries and sandwiches, a white floral cup and saucer, and a wooden table.
A spacious lobby with a grand piano, plush seating, and a reception desk.
A conference room with a large round table, white chairs, and a central chandelier.

4. The Cabarfeidh Hotel

The Cabarfeidh Hotel
Stornoway
United States
F David
€181
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Cabarfeidh Hotel
A coastal property with a stone fountain, grassy lawn, and a view of the sea.
A coastal view with a sunset over the water, houses in the background, and a grassy area in the foreground.
A room with two wooden beds, a wooden wardrobe, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a radiator.
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the front door, surrounded by well-maintained grass and shrubs.

5. sandwick bay guest house

sandwick bay guest house
Stornoway
United Kingdom
Coach
€166
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
sandwick bay guest house
A sauna room with wooden walls, two towels hanging on hooks, and a folded towel on the floor.
A blue exterior wall with a 'Crown Cabin' sign, a door, and a small window.
A wooden sauna with benches, a wooden bucket, and black slippers on the floor.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a table. There is a window with curtains, a wall-mounted TV, and a lamp.

6. Creed Cabin

Creed Cabin
Stornoway
United States
Emily
€535
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Creed Cabin
A beach with clear water, a sailboat, and rocky outcrops.
A lighthouse with a brick exterior and a yellow top, situated on a rocky coastline with picnic tables in the foreground.
A two-story house with a stone facade, a front door, and a small porch with chairs.
A bedroom with teal walls, a bed with a teal bedspread, a white headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf.

7. Fishermans Holding

Fishermans Holding
Isle of Lewis
€730
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Fishermans Holding
A beach with clear blue water, grassy dunes, and distant mountains.
A small stone building with a blue door, a chimney, and a sloped roof.
A cozy attic bedroom with a sloped ceiling, two beds with blue linens, and string lights.
A cozy loft-style room with a stone wall, a fireplace, blue upholstered seating, and a skylight.

8. Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse

Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse
Isle of Lewis
€922
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Tigh Bhisa Blackhouse
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Top Stornoway Hotel Reviews

Hebridean Guest House

Hebridean Guest House

8/10 Good
"Lovely spacious room. Comfortable bed. Good shower. Plenty of towels. Nice touch with providing local shortbread. Good breakfast."
Anne 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hebridean Guest House

Frequently asked questions

What should I expect on my historical trip to Stornoway?
Sights with historical relevance in Stornoway are probably a big part of your travel plans. During your stay, you can visit the waterfront.
How many historical hotels are located in Stornoway?
In Stornoway, there are 25 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights in Stornoway?
Favourite places to visit include The Good Food Boutique, Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal and Museum Nan Eilean. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are An Lanntair and Newton Marina.
What is a historic hotel like in Stornoway?
When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Stornoway, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Stornoway have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Stornoway, you won't find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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