The Royal Hotel (Stromness, GB) from 239 £/night

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The Royal Hotel - Stromness

55-57 Victoria Street, Stromness, United Kingdom·View on map

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Overall Score

Great

8.2Great

Breakfast9.4

Location9.3

Comfort8.7

Free WiFi8.7

Staff8.7

Who stays here

Couples39%

Solo25%

Groups17%

Families16%

Overview

Overall Score

Great

8.2Great

Breakfast9.4

Location9.3

Comfort8.7

Free WiFi8.7

Staff8.7

Who stays here

Couples39%

Solo25%

Groups17%

Families16%

Historic hotel on Stromness main street with Hudson Bay Company legacy

Dining & Local Drinks

The Royal Hotel offers a buffet breakfast on Stromness main street demonstrating local ingredients and a bar serving rare Orkney craft beers and Scapa whisky. Guests can request special diet menus focusing on food from the surrounding area in the hotel's restaurant. The lounge Hudson lounge offers atmosphere where guests sample these local libations in a historic space.

Entertainment & Leisure & Events

The Royal Hotel Stromness includes a function suite with banquet seating for up to 70 people for gatherings. The lounge occasionally hosts organized seating for 70 guests for events. Entertainment includes darts and billiards tables for guests use live sport events in the Hudson lounge. The Hudson lounge offers darts and billiards area for playing with amenities in the slow atmosphere.

Accommodations & Views

Family rooms at The Royal Hotel have private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, heated rooms across the property. Rooms include work desk and TV, with some offering stunning views over the rooftops towards the harbour. Daily housekeeping ensures rooms kept clean and comfortable for families.

Location & Local Culture

Set on Stromness main street, The Royal Hotel gives visitors direct access to ferries and buses for exploring Orkney. Nearby attractions include Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones of Stenness, and Skara Brae. The hotel's historic ties with the Hudson Bay Company enhance the cultural experience for guests.

Business & Events

The Royal Hotel provides flexible event space tailored to requirements, with a function suite banquet seating up to 70 guests. Meeting and banquet facilities include invoice provided and CCTV for safety. Business travelers can use the private function room for gatherings and drinks in the bar.

Location: Stromness main street, near ferry and bus terminals
Dining: On-site restaurant with rare Scapa whisky and local craft beers
Entertainment: Hudson lounge, darts, billiards, and live sport events
Accommodations: Family rooms with harbor views over rooftops to sled

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 16:00-22:00

from 07:00-10:00

Amenities

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:10

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Rooms and availability

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Single Room

Room size:

6 m²
Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower
Heating

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Twin Room

Room size:

8 m²
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Family Room

Room size:

12 m²
Bed options:

1 Queen-size bed and 1 Single bed

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Darts

Billiard tables

Diving

Golf course

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Golf course
Billiard tables
Darts

Services

Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Room features

Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The Royal Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	239 £
📏 Distance to centre	500 m
✈️ Distance to airport	30.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Kirkwall, KOI

Location

55-57 Victoria Street, Stromness, United Kingdom

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55-57 Victoria Street, Stromness, United Kingdom

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55-57 Victoria Street, Stromness, United Kingdom

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Ness Battery

1.9 km

Marina

Stromness Marina

790 m

Landmark

Stromness Harbour

900 m

Landmark

Ring of Brodgar

5.9 km

Landmark

Unstan Chambered Cairn

3.9 km

Landmark

Graemsay

4.1 km

Landmark

Standing Stones of Stenness

6.3 km

Landmark

Ness of Brodgar

6.2 km

Landmark

Barnhouse Neolithic Settlement

6.3 km

Landmark

Yesnaby Cliffs

6.6 km

Museum

Stromness Museum

290 m

Gallery

Pier Arts Centre

390 m

Golf Course

Stromness Golf Club

580 m

Restaurant

Argo's Bakery

360 m

Restaurant

Ferry Inn

560 m

Restaurant

Stromness Hotel

110 m

Restaurant

Scapa Flow Restaurant

460 m

Restaurant

Hamnavoe

160 m

Restaurant

Julia's Cafe

590 m

Restaurant

Hamnavoe Restaurant

250 m

Reviews of The Royal Hotel

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Guests say: solid choice

rated 8+

3.5/ 5

28 reviews

8.2/ 10

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4.1/ 5

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FAQ about The Royal Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the The Royal Hotel hotel?

Staying 7 km from the The Royal Hotel hotel, guests will find one of the top-rated landmarks, Barnhouse Neolithic Settlement, whereas the safe and secure Stromness Marina is 0.8 km away.

What popular attractions are closest to the 3-star The Royal Hotel?

Guests of the 3-star The Royal Hotel can visit Pier Arts Centre (within convenient reach of the accommodation), or the superb Stromness Museum placed 5 minutes' walk away.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the The Royal Hotel?

Unfortunately, the The Royal Hotel does not have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit fast food restaurant Stromness Chinese Takeaway for the taste of Asian cuisine (350 meters from the property) or Royal Hotel, which is popular for its British dishes (350 meters away).

Does the hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?

Guests of the hotel can check in from 16:00 to 22:00 and check out from 07:00.

How much does a room at the 3-star The Royal Hotel hotel cost?

The prices at the 3-star The Royal Hotel hotel start from $307.

What payment methods are accepted in The Royal Hotel?

At The Royal Hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.

What room types does the 3-star The Royal Hotel comprise?

The 3-star The Royal Hotel provides such room types as Family King Room, Twin Room, and Queen Room.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?

Each room at the hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with a hair dryer and free toiletries.

Which leisure facilities are provided at the 3-star The Royal Hotel?

You can enjoy a shared lounge and a golf course available in the 3-star The Royal Hotel.