Hebrides Accommodation
The Hebrides of Scotland offer some of the most fantastic accommodation in the United Kingdom. From the self catering delights such as the blackhouse at Scarista on Harris, to the more conventional, but extremely welcoming, hotels and guest houses offering bed and breakfast accommodation. While SelfCateringHebrides.co.uk is a site about self catering accommodation we felt that we should include at least one page describing some of the other types. Maybe the one reason why some people prefer to stay b&b in a guest house or hotel is that they can fully relax while being cared for by others. However some folk choose types of accommodation in the Hebrides other than self catering because they wish to enjoy the company of others. Ordinarily this may mean a chance meeting with a like minded person in the guest's lounge or bar but when referring to bed and breakfast accommodation in the Hebrides it, more than likely, means the company of the host. Hebridean hospitality is legendary and your host will, almost certainly, be eager to help and easy to converse with. Always remember that your host is a fountain of local knowledge so do not be afraid to ask if you need any help.
Bed & Breakfast and hotel accommodation in Stornoway and the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides
Stornoway has had a number of fine hotels over the years but sadly many of the fine old buildings are now gone. The Royal Hotel was built relatively recently in 1845 but is the town's most historic hotel. You will most probably be happy to hear that the rooms to the front of the building have retained much of their period features, so, if you enjoy staying bed and breakfast in such luxurious period surrounding the Royal is the only place to stay. This is the closest Stornoway hotel to the town centre being only a few minutes walk away.
Free wireless internet. Free parking. Pets not allowed.
The Royal Hotel may be the oldest but the honour of being the largest Stornoway hotel goes to the Caladh Inn on the outskirts of the town centre. The Caladh Inn is the most convenient hotel for Stornoway airport while also being very close to the ferry terminal and local bus station. Priding itself on it's excellent reputation for giving superb service and a warm welcome, the hotel offers excellent traditional Scottish cuisine and a mix of various international meals.
Pets are not allowed
No Internet access available.
Probably the finest Stornoway hotel is the Cabarfeidh Hotel situated on the outskirts of the town and set well back off the road surrounded by well kept gardens with mature trees and shrubs. The beauty of the Cabarfeidh Hotel (pronounced cab-ar-fay) is further enhanced by the very mature trees found across the road in the wonderful and historic Lews Castle Grounds. If you get the opportunity take some time out to wander through the Castle grounds. Although the castle is closed it is well worth a look and the surrounding grounds are really most enjoyable at any time of the year.
Double, twin and single rooms available. Wireless Internet.
Bed & Breakfast and Hotel Accommodation on the Isle of Harris in the Outer Hebrides
Formerly the Macleod Motel, Hotel Hebrides has been fully refurbished and restyled and will be opening, as a boutique hotel in August 2008. Hotel Hebrides offers quality bed and breakfast in a unique environment decorated with local artworks by Willie Fulton. Read more...
Hotel Hebrides
Contact Chirsty or Angus at:
Pier Road, Tarbert, Isle of Harris HS3 3DG Scotland
Tel: +44 (0)1859 502364
Fax:+44 (0)1859 502578
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The 4 star Harris hotel, Ardhasaig House, offers bed and breakfast accommodation on the Isle of Harris in the most beautiful of surrounding. As you can see from the small photograph to the left this Harris hotel has fantastic views of the Harris hills.
Ardhasaig House
Ardhasaig, Isle of Harris, Western Isle
Telephone: 01859 50 2066
Email: accommodation@ardhasaig.co.uk
Grimisdale Guest House
Leverburgh, Isle of Harris,
Western Isles, HS5 3TS
Bed & Breakfast available: March - NovemberContact: Farquhar
Telephone: 01859 520460
Email: farky@grimisdale.co.uk
Hotels on the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides
Cuillin Hills Hotel, Portree, Isle of Skye (4 star)
This stunning Skye hotel is set within 15 acres of mature private grounds. The Cuillin Hills Hotel gets it's name from the Cuillin mountain range which can be seen from the hotel. With the hotel also overlooking Portree Bay it has the most spectacular views. If you choose to stay at the Cuillin Hills Hotel you must take the opportunity to sample the wonderful, award winning, cuisin(2 AA rosettes & level 3 RAC). The attention to detail ensures that local produce is used wherever possible which means the seafood will, most likely be the best you have ever tasted as the Hebrides clams, prawns and lobster are the finest to be found in Europe.
Duisdale House Hotel, Duisdalemore (4 star)
This former hunting lodge, used by the MacDonald's Clan Chief, is located to the south of Skye where it affords the most spectacular views across the Sound of Sleat to the mainland. Further enhancing the beauty of Duisdale are the surrounding 25 acres of grounds including areas lit in the evenings with multicoloured lights creating the most wonderful atmosphere for a romantic stroll with a loved one.
The Duisdale House Hotel is another establishment that excells at food and you simply must try their fresh Mallaig kippers and their smoked haddock kedgeree.