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 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sigurdur
    Iceland Iceland
    Great location, clean room and a comfy bed. Close proximity to a local bar with local People.
  • Linneajoy
    United States of America United States of America
    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 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...

Area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • The Ferry Inn
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Seafood • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Royal Hotel Hudson Lounge and Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      British • Scottish • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Ferry Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safe
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Ferry Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Debit card Ferry Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about Ferry Inn

  • Room options at Ferry Inn include:

    • Single
    • Family
    • Double
    • Twin

  • Ferry Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Diving
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Ferry Inn is 1,000 feet from the center of Stromness. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Ferry Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Ferry Inn has 2 restaurants:

    • The Ferry Inn
    • The Royal Hotel Hudson Lounge and Restaurant

  • Check-in at Ferry Inn is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.