Ferry Inn
About this property
The Ferry Inn offers 30 rooms spread across four buildings in Stromness, and is located 6 miles from the UNESCO Neolithic Heart of Orkney. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar, which is recognized in the Good Beer Guide and winner of the CAMRA Nothern Isles Pub of the Year. All rooms across the four buildings have free WiFi, TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and most rooms have private bathrooms. The Ferry Inn has a restaurant with a pub and an a la carte menu that uses fresh local produce. Guests can enjoy a cooked breakfast at the property. The property is located opposite the Stromness ferry terminal, which can take guests to the nearby islands of Hoy and Graemsay.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- 2 restaurants
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jeffrey
United States“Comfy beds/rooms, friendly staff, excellent restaurant for dinner/breakfast, grand location for Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, Maeshowe, etc” - Carol United States“Very friendly and helpful check in lady. Nice large room. Very good food in restaurant.”
- Rosemary
United Kingdom“Friendliness and location, adjacent to bus station, ferry etc” - Sigurdur
Iceland“Great location, clean room and a comfy bed. Close proximity to a local bar with local People.” - Linneajoy United States“I loved this hotel! This was the cutest room for one at the top floor of the inn. It had a skylight that opened for fresh air that looked over the tops of houses, and the other window looked out over the harbor. The bathroom mirror was amazing. It...”
- Sidney
Israel“We were in the annex. Room spacy clean comfortable plenty of cupboards , modern bathroom. Staff very friendly attentive and helpful. Dinner and breakfast excellent, both food and service. We were very pleased. Very convenient location both for...” - John United Kingdom“Friendly service. Great evening meal menu. Excellent breakfast. Great setting for the boat”
- Artom
Netherlands“Stayed here to have an easy place to rest at the end of a busy travel day by train, to Thurso and, finally, on the ferry from Scrabster to Stromness. The location right across from the ferry terminal proved to be excellent. The room was very...” - Vanessa
Australia“Staff were so helpful around bookings and the bed was amazing!!!” - Lucinda United States“We stayed in the annex. Our room was extremely comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was delicious.”
Area info
Restaurants
- The Ferry Inn
- CuisineBritish • Scottish • Seafood • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- The Royal Hotel Hudson Lounge and Restaurant
- CuisineBritish • Scottish • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Guests should be aware before booking that the rooms are spread across multiple buildings that are all served by the Ferry Inn reception, restaurant and bar. The Harborside House and Miller's House annexes are just a few steps across the narrow street from the main Ferry Inn building.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Ferry Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
