See all properties

The Stromness Hotel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Stromness with a coffee shop

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Stromness Hotel

Front of property
Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
View from property
Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland, KW16 3AA
  • Place, Piers Art Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stromness Ferry Terminal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stromness Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room

Basic Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Stromness

The Stromness Hotel places you next to Piers Art Centre and Stromness Ferry Terminal. This 42-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a coffee shop/cafe and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Piers Art Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Stromness Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stromness Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ring of Brogdar - 16 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Skara Brae - 17 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ferry Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flori - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beneth'ill Cafe - ‬145 min drive
  • ‪The Flattie Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Julia's Café & Bistro - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Stromness Hotel

Hotel in Stromness with a coffee shop
Guests of The Stromness Hotel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. Limited parking is available.
24-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Desks are also standard. Weekly housekeeping is available.

Similar properties

Exterior
The Ayre Hotel
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 225 reviews
$84 nightly
The price is $101
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Ayre Hotel

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

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from October 18 2025 to April 12 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • 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.

  • 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)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers limited 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is served at The Stromness Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Stromness Hotel Hotel
The Stromness Hotel Stromness
The Stromness Hotel by Paymán Club
The Stromness Hotel Hotel Stromness

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Stromness Hotel?

The Stromness Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near The Stromness Hotel?

This hotel is located in Stromness, just steps from Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre, and within a short walk of Stromness Museum. You'll also find Ring of Brogdar and Standing Stones of Stenness nearby.

Is parking available on site at The Stromness Hotel?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Does The Stromness Hotel include a casino?

No, The Stromness Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Stromness Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The Stromness Hotel?

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

Does The Stromness Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Stromness Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast. Please note that the dining venue will be closed between October 18 2025 and April 12 2026 (subject to change).

Will The Stromness Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Stromness Hotel for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay.

Does The Stromness Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Stromness Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Stromness Hotel is Kirkwall (KOI), which is 18.6 mi away (37 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Stromness Hotel?

No, at The Stromness Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Stromness Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 83 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jon and Mary

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Jon and Mary

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

6/10 Okay

Duncan

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extortionate

£188 for a tiny , dated , tired room. Uncomfortable bed , cobwebs hanging from the ceiling , the only thing smaller than the bedroom was the bathroom…. Ridiculously over priced , mainly because of the captive trade on Orkney , but no need for the poor condition and quality.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros: Friendly staff. Fantastic English breakfast. Great location, walking distance from the ferry terminal and all stores near the Stronmess waterfront. Even without an elevator, the parking location made it easy to access the room. Beds were clean and comfortable. Showers had nice high water pressure that gave a massage feeling. Cons: The building is historic, so the floors had older carpet. Newer flooring, e.g. newer carpet or luxury vinyl plank could improve the stay experience. Parking area had mosquitos after the rain. Mosquito counter measures may have been helpful. E.g. Spaying, stratgeically placed zappers, torches, etc... This was our first visit to the Orkney islands. We visited in August. Insect repellant is highly recommended when visiting certain areas on the island. The local people were all very friendly. Overall, the Stromness hotel was a great experience. My family and friends all had a fun time. We would stay at this hotel again if we were to visit the Orkney Islands.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and spacious, but rather basic facilities. Wonderful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Blake

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

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

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Faded glory. Very over-priced. Shower had not been cleaned properly since previous guest. Housekeeping door (with COSSH label re hazardous substances within) was lwft unlocked / open for half my stay. No lift so stairs were a chore. No-smokiny policy not enforced properly (guests were opening the fire door outside my room to smoke, the fumes of which were then present in my room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stromness hotel

The hotel car park has a skip full to overflowing, and this, as well as disused furniture and scrap metal reduced the hotel parking, on an island where parking spaces are hard to find. We were not given the code to the fire door but were lucky enough to meet another couple of guests who did and let us in. The manageress was aloof and abrupt but the 2 girls working in the restaurant rescued the hotel from getting a lower grading. The hotel also let itself down with the amount of litter at the under side of the hotel, as well as seemingly dumped bedding.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

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

2/10 Terrible

magnus

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Sand

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Could be much better

This hotel was probably very good in its day but it could use a bit of tlc. The staff were welcoming but clearly stressed. Dinner service was very very slow with no ambience in the restaurant. No alcohol served so you will have to byo. Its a shame as its a prime location but based on the restaurant experience i wouldnt stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Justin

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

In need of modernisation

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christine

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room we had should not be rented out. The window wouldn’t close; it was open about 4”. We shoved a towel in to block the cold air and rain. The ceiling in the bathroom leaked badly. In the morning there was quite a puddle. Extremely dated which would be fine if it was an interesting dated. The reception staff are hard to find, but once you find one they’re helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024