The Westings

4.0 star property

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A cozy room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a TV.
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A room with a large window offering a view of a coastal landscape, a wooden counter, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A room with a table and chairs, a television, a radiator, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern, curved structure with a glass door and windows, surrounded by gravel and a wooden deck.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Tingwall, Gott, Scotland, ZE2 9SB
  • Place, Böd of Gremista
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lerwick Town Hall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lerwick (LSI-Sumburgh)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cabin

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Cabin

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Gott

The Westings places you within a 10-minute drive of Böd of Gremista and Scalloway Castle. This 9-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Böd of Gremista - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Lerwick Town Hall - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Fort Charlotte - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Scalloway Castle - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lerwick (LSI-Sumburgh) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dowry - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lounge Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Harbour Fish & Chip Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blyde Welcome - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cornerstone - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Westings

The Westings features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a meeting room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a ferry terminal shuttle. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a fireplace in the lobby, and a reception hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Free local calls are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and 11:00 PM

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Herrislea House Hotel Gott
Herrislea House Hotel Hotel
Herrislea House Hotel Hotel Gott

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Westings?

The Westings offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Westings?

As of Jun 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Westings on Jun 27, 2026 start from $198, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to The Westings?

This hotel is located in Gott, close to Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition, Clickimin Broch, and Lerwick Town Hall. You'll also find Scalloway Castle and Böd of Gremista within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Westings?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Westings feature a casino?

No, The Westings doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Westings?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Westings good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a sea view and a rainfall showerhead.

Does The Westings have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Westings feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Westings doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Westings allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at The Westings.

Does The Westings have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Westings?

The closest major airport to The Westings is Lerwick (LSI-Sumburgh), which is 27.1 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Westings?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at The Westings that offer a balcony.

The Westings Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

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

1 night stay

Nice and clean, Cody room with comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, helpful, polite and professional. Breakfast food was very good, with plenty of variety. Location was just outside of Lerwick with good connections to the rest of the island(s), and wirh plenty of free off road parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped family room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed staying here. Only a ten minute drive out of Lerwick. Breakfast was delicious. Really nice room. Good shower pressure. Lovely hosts. Plenty of parking space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place - the room was gorgeous. It was perfect for what we needed, within half an hour to the Sumburgh Airport. The stairs to the rooms might be challenging for some but this is not uncommon for an older style Shetland hotel. The dining and lounge areas were quaint and comfortable. Dinner was simple but just what we wanted. The staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property boasts Shetland’s beautiful scenery, and affords a lovely, quiet location while being only minutes from Lerwick. The staff are lovely and accommodating. The breakfasts are delicious, as are the other special menu items; available to dine in or as room service. The rooms are clean and well maintained and provide amenities not always available in any hotel; let alone a small, country inn. Microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge and a well stocked minbar to name a few. There are laundry services available, as well. And the staff take very good care of your personal items.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked two nights and were sold an economical double room. The room was tiny with the bed only accessible on one side. The proprietor helped us pull it away from the wall so we didn't have to climb over one another in the night. This made the room smaller and exposed the cabling and wires hidden. The hotel decor was unusual; hunting trophies from Africa (horned skulls) and Asian bric a brac. The breakfast was limited and if we asked for toast we got a slice provided. I understood that the property had changed hands this March. This is clearly a factor but we couldn't recommend this hotel on the basis of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The cleanliness of the guest house was okay and the decor had an old eclectic mix. Disappointed with the lack of interaction from the owners, although staff were attentive they were not communicative. Food was alright but certainly not outstanding. We were surprised of the service due to lack of guests.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a home away from home. So inviting and warm with attention to every detail. Wonderful home cooked meals and a county inn setting. We will be back! The proprietors Marjorie and Gordon make us feel so welcome and cared for.Highly recommended and sad to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

kirsti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michèle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021