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The Stromness Hotel

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7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 2

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Basic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, a TV, and a small table with a lamp.

Standard Triple Room

  • Harbor view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stromness is home to The Stromness Hotel. Standing Stones of Stenness and John Rae Memorial Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Stromness Ferry Terminal and Stromness Golf Club. Stromness Museum and The Pickaquoy Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Stromness travel guide
Map
The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland, KW16 3AA

What's nearby

  • Three standing stones against a night sky with green aurora.
    Standing Stones of Stenness
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Piers Art Centre
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • John Rae Memorial Statue
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Stromness Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Stromness Golf Club
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ferry Inn
    2 min walk
  • Stromness Hotel Bar
    1 min walk
  • Loki Seafood Shack
    12 min drive
  • Flori
    6 min walk
  • Peedie Chippie
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1901
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Stromness Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Stromness Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 15 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Stromness Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 15 (subject to availability).

Where is The Stromness Hotel located?

Situated in Stromness, this hotel 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 Stromness Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 98 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and old world charm. The staff member was very nice and went out of his way to help us.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a lovely old building, having said that it's in need of investment, carpets showing there age, old miss matched furniture, the beds, well the bedding was clean but I think noah slept on them when they were new, as for staff except for check-in we didn't see any, I suppose i could have gone looking, but should I really need to. Saying that great location, but old and used, because of that I would say overpriced.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the Stromness Hotel. Clean, comfortable and quiet. There were a lot of stairs but luckily we were on the second level and from the parking area there were no stairs to our room. Would definitely stay again as staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the ferry and shopping. Helpful staff. Rooms were quaint and hotel in good condition
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to sea port and right next to whole rows of shops bars places to explore- jut dandy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic charming old hotel feel...like an old movie. Everything was clean and good hot water. We had ferry cancellations and they were very kind and kept us two extra nights in the same room. Breakfast was good and hearty and the attached evening restaurant was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast good. Limited food options in stromness. Access to buses ferries and neolithic sites very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked several months ago for a week, 29/8 to 6/9. The hotel has changed hands, and there are some shocking reviews. On arrival, there is an empty reception desk on the ground floor. A small sign indicates that reception is on the first floor. Why? I am 77 years old, but I was given room 38 on the third floor. There is no lift! So three flights of steps, good exercise. The member of staff on duty carried my case up for me. The bathroom had a shower over the bathtub, no towel rails (towels on the bed), and nothing to hold onto when getting in and out. I complained to a member of staff but nothing was done. Before I left, I was informed by the other staff member that there was a room with a walk in shower cabinet, on a lower floor! My room had no opening window and suffered from condensation. The hotel is understaffed. The two friendly women did reception, breakfast etc, always on their own. There were very few guests while I was there. The hotel has a terrible reputation locally. The large breakfast room becomes a restaurant in the evening, no alcohol, and a suspiciously full menu, only a couple of diners. Therefore I went most evenings to the Ferry Inn opposite, great food. On the last morning I fell in the bathroom. The shower rail collapsed and injured the back of my head, blood everywhere. No broken bones. I was advised by 111 to attend the hospital in Kirkwall, where I was thoroughly checked out by doctor and consultant, and permitted to return home as planned.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good place to stay

The staff all seemed to be seasonal and weren’t really able to give us directions to places. But they were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic hotel. Family of four in one room was fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff went above and beyond to help us
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is old, quirky, and feels like youve traveled back in time. Lovely. Staff were delightful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being able to walk to shopping nearby and the ferry! It’s a beautiful old hotel and is kept as such. Our ferry was delayed and we were so happy to get another room here for the second night. Staff was courteous and enthusiastic. Our bathroom electricity went out the second night but wasn’t a problem. There was a book loaning shelf on the 3rd floor. We didn’t try the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel felt a it needs some work here and there. However the room was comfortable and the staff was friendly. Breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just would have preferred a bar facility but was fine with that also thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our visit!

The location is wonderful for ferry travelers--right on the harbor, and so near shops, bakeries, and points of interest! The hotel is old but beautifully cared for and quaint in style. Our room was very comfortable, clean, and spacious for three guests. The staff was friendly and helpful. The car park is a little challenging to get to, but happily there is a helpful hand-drawn map on the front desk to assist visitors to find it! I highly recommend this hotel to visitors to Stromness and Orkeny in general.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is conveniently right by the ferry terminal. There is an elevator but when we stayed in late June 2025, the elevator was broken. We brought a car to the island and it was difficult to find the designated parking area behind the hotel; even with GPS there is no clear sign for the hotel when approaching from the back road until you have already driven down the driveway and into the parking area. We were unfamiliar with how to use the vintage locks, but the staff on duty was very helpful coming to our room and showing us how to use the lock. The bathroom was spacious and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 3 has magnificent working harbour & scenery views. The room was large and warm with super comfy, huge bed and a powerful shower. Beverage making facility and hairdryer. It was not fashionable decorated, there was no spa etc. It was perfect for people wanting to explore the beauty of Orkney, which we surely did 😉
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The state of the hotel does not reflect the wonderful people of the area. Shower runs hot and cold, mold on the windows. Keep your socks on while in the room. The beds were clean. Way over priced. $800 cdn per night during the festival.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A charming, old style hotel. I wouldn't have been surprised to see Bogart walking down the stairs. Even the room keys are kept in pigeonholes behind the receptionist. Conveniently located a few metres from the ferry terminal and in the middle of the quaint town of Stromness. Maybe not for those who like the ultra-modern, but I'm glad to see there are still places for people seeking a slightly tired but good old fashioned elegance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unimpressed with service, nice old hotel.

This was a very pretty old hotel… But we were unimpressed with the service. When we checked in the person answered a phone call and we were standing waiting with our luggage. The hotel was not so busy. The rooms are reasonably clean, but there’s little care attention put into products like soap and shampoo. Location was good right by the ferry, which was handy as we didn’t have our own car. However, we will choose somewhere different next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this stay. The hotel had some poor reviews and I did not have that experience. The checkin process was quick and easy. The staff were very friendly. The hotel could not be closer to the ferry (you could walk in five minutes probably). We had the closest parking spot as live ever had - right in front of the hotel (free parking until 9am). The beds were comfortable. The room was cute. There was one time when I heard the pipes from someone else’s room. We were there late and out pretty early so that didn’t really affect us. If this might be a concern for you I would recommend wax ear plugs. Don’t let the quirks of an old building or the negative reviews of a few turn you off of this one!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location near ferry terminal
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026