The Royal Hotel Stromness

We had room 16. Great views of Loch and Lewis Castle. Room was huge and had a great shower. Dinner was great in HS-1. Alacart is served in the main restaurant but we arrived too late to get an early booking. So book restaurant prior to arriving. Only 3 minutes away from the ferry it was extremely convenient. Highly recommended.

We stayed two nights at the hotel. We received a very helpful e-mail prior to arrival advising of check in arrangements, directions & places to eat. We had a very warm & friendly arrival and our room was excellent. It was spacious, spotlessly clean, comfortable beds & we had no issue with noise. Breakfast is served in a lovely dining room with lots of choice and a very good cooked breakfast. Chef & dining staff were very friendly and went above and beyond to help us. Wonderful hospitality. We will definitely be back and certainly will recommend the Royal Hotel to anyone visiting Stromness.

Large room, comfortable bed, everything was clean. There is noise from the pub downstairs but it quiets down pretty early and you can put in earplugs (we live in a city and are used to street noise). Breakfast was generous and the scones were particularly delicious. Easy walk to/from the Ferry. We would stay here again!

Well located, a short walk from the ferry and close to several coffee shops and the Ferry inn. Comfortable bed, clean room. Nice size, walk-in shower for the UK. Not crazy about the two flights of stairs to the room, could be a problem if you're not easily able to walk. Fantastic breakfast and no understanding of small portions! Fresh scones and croissants as well as a choice of cold cereals, porridge or a full cooked breakfast. Loved it.

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.

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!

Had a large room with a king size bed. Great experience, helpful staff.

I will start with the positive side Room is of good size and the breakfast was great that’s where it ends. Bathroom hadn’t been cleaned since previous guest left it. Toothpaste in sink toilet stained. No hot water in the morning all guests said they had same issue. Now for the noise in the evening coming from bar and smokers outside take earplugs it went on right through to early hours. The stale bar smells in the stair area is not pleasant! Not worth the money they charge sadly

The hotel room was a great size with modern bathroom and comfortable bed. The Room was over the hotel bar and there was some noise from the music but it was switched off at 11pm and the guests were respectfully quiet. The breakfasts were superb and freshly cooked. The Haggis was an unexpected bonus. Would definitely recommend the Royal for a short stay.