Stornoway Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Stornoway, Scotland

Sights with historical relevance in Stornoway are probably a big part of your travel plans. During your stay, you can visit the waterfront.

Based on our travel expertise, Caladh Inn is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Tiumpan Head Lighthouse is a short 18-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Stornoway Bed and Breakfast and County Hotel.

In Stornoway, there are 28 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include The Good Food Boutique, An Lanntair and Lewis Loom Centre. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Stornoway Lewis Ferry Terminal and Museum Nan Eilean.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Stornoway, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Stornoway, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.