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 recognised 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 en-suite facilities. 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 situated opposite the Stromness ferry terminal, which can take guests to the nearby islands of Hoy and Graemsay.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kristen
United Kingdom
“Brilliant location in Stromness with a pub serving amazing food! We had a great night. All staff so friendly and accommodating.” - Jane
United Kingdom
“Great location. Friendly helpful staff. Very good food.” - Wassell
United Kingdom
“Quaint old pub close to ferry. Karen on reception was very nice and helpful. Excellent breakfast with fine porridge.” - Kath
United Kingdom
“The staff were exceptionally helpful and full of smiles. The food, at breakfast and at dinner, was absolutely terrific - dinner especially was first-class. Thank you all so much.” - David
United Kingdom
“The location is fantastic the room was great the staff went above and beyond and were so nice the food was very good and the bar was excellent” - Sally
United Kingdom
“Staff all lovely. Very good evening meal. Comfy bed. Great location.” - Andy
United Kingdom
“everything from the pub below amazing food near the ferry 2 minutes walk.” - Fareena
United Kingdom
“Clean room friendly staff and walking distance to the ferry terminal, so very hand when coming straight of the ferry.” - Caroline
United Kingdom
“clean and quiet room, good information before arrival re ferry and parking. nice breakfast” - Tina
United Kingdom
“both engineers that stayed at the hotel enjoyed the stay, facilities were very good. Food was good and the breakfast was excellent. Rooms were clean and comfortable and staff very pleasant.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- The Ferry Inn
- CuisineBritish • Scottish • Seafood • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily 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
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not 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 Harbourside 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 identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.