Name: Ferry Inn Stromness
Address: 10 John Street Orkney, Stromness, GB

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2026

Roger

Restaurant quality food in the pub and great selection of drinks was an added bonus.

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2026

Ron

our room was in a separate building from the main hotel, but the room was excellent, clean, comfortable and well maintained. We had breakfast in the main hotel, and also dined there one evening. The food was well cooked and tasty

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2026

Allan

Great location. Nice bar and restaurant. Friendly staff. Clean and basic accommodation. Would happily stay again.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

Brigid

Staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was incredibly clean and so comfortable, and the restaurant was delicious! Perfect stay!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2025

Keith

Kirkwall Couples

Hotel was on the quay and is a Pub with rooms. Room we had was a family room so more spacious. Dinner was good and well priced. Kirkwall is a small town so you are near everything from this location.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Sep 2025

Dominique

Excellent location. Clean, cozy, restaurant & pub within.
Free Wifi but doesn't work in room!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2025

Michelle

Very clean. Good food and service. Extremely convenient with regards to getting on and off the ferry. Town was very quaint

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Sharron

The Ferry Inn is a combination hotel/pub with breakfast included on our booking. We ate dinner both nights in the pub restaurant. The food was good & they had several choices for each course. The location was excellent for the Scrabaster/Stromness ferry & it was easy to navigate to Kirkwall & all the sights.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2025

Gary

Nice room, loved the custard cream biscuits.
Overall very comfortable bed, clean and well presented. I would suggest blackout curtains might work better.
Food and was lovely, restaurant gets busy so reservation was required, but would recommend it. Staff were nice and attentive.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

Gillian

Easy access from the ferry terminal and a great bar. Shout out to Euan/Ewan for his excellent whisky and gin recommendations.
Bedroom was spacious and comfortable with a view of the harbour. Dinner needs to be booked in advance and is really good quality, top marks to the Chef.
Buffet breakfast a little cold, which was a shame as the produce delicious.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2025

james

Perfect location for hoping around the island. Right off the ferry stop.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2025

Beverly

The room and location were great and the breakfast was absolutely Devine! The only “negative “ comment is that the shower floor was slippery with no mat or strips on the shower floor to keep you from potentially slipping. Loved everything about this place in terms of our needs as was right across the street from the ferry terminal. No elevators to second floor so be forewarned if you are elderly this might be a negative, but for these two older ladies, we loved the staff and the place.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2025

Allyson

Great stay in Stromness!

Such a great stay on Orkney! Staff was proactive and so welcoming. We’d recommend Ferry Inn to anyone looking to visit Orkney.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Nov 2024

Verified traveler

Enjoyable

Enjoyed my stay. It was fireworks night and I could see the harbour display from my room window.
The room was clean and the bed was a decent size for a single. The food was really good too.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2024

Ann

A really great position on the harbour directly opposite the ferry. Our hosts were very friendly and extremely knowledgeable of the islands and attractions.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2024

Graeme

In centre of stromness close to the ferry and very friendly staff

6/10

Pleasant

01 Oct 2024

Jacob

Bad bartender

The young male bar tender was rude, and interrupted my personal conversation. Seem like he just didn’t like his job.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2024

Eric

very convenient- right next to ferries. room was very clean and roomy. the restaurant was very good too, and the staff were very friendly.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Sep 2024

Robert

A character property and right in the heart of the town. The eating area of the bar was nice and interestingly decorated giving the whole place true character.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2024

Jens-Uwe

Cute place with very friendly staff.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2024

David

We were meeting friends from Hoy and booked an overnight stay- our room was spotless, clearly recently refurbished and so comfortable. Everyone was very friendly and helpful and food was enjoyable too! Would highly recommend

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Aug 2024

Edward

Clean, modern and comfortable room. Great pub, restaurant was limited in choice and food quality did not match the prices. Good breakfast though. There are very few other dining options nearby. No on-site parking but we were able to park mostly for free on the streets or nearby parking lots.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2024

Alison

Good location but our room at front a little noisy

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2024

Devi

Stromness Ferry Inn is the ideal location for a few days on the Orkneys. We were very happy with the location and the room. The staff is excellent and the Inn is obviously very well run. The bar is great and the dining room is not to be missed. Make your reservations early though, the place was packed each evening with locals and visitors alike. Shout out to Rose!!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2024

Lin

Very convenient for the ferry. Maybe a little overpriced.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2024

Thomas

This inn is literally steps from the ferry terminal and bus terminal in Stromness. We had a room for three and it was large enough to accommodate three people and their luggage with room to circulate. The bathroom was large, bright, and clean.
Despite being very close to the ferry terminal, the room was quiet. We had a great view of the ferry from our room, yet were never disturbed by sound from the harbour.
Stromness is a nice town to explore and the Ferry Inn is centrally located. We had breakfast at the hotel (wonderful!) but had dinner elsewhere only because we were in other parts of the islands.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2024

Susan

I highly recommend the Ferry Inn to travelers to Stromness. It is very convenient to the ferry and the staff are extremely helpful. We had dinner and breakfast in the hotel and both meals were excellent. Our room was large with few steps which was very helpful since I had mobility issues during our stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jun 2024

Ronald

No complaints about staff or room apart from the fact there were no grab rails at the bath.Excellent stay and highly recommend

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2024

John

We really enjoyed our stay at the Ferry Inn. My only complaint was the dinner fare we had the first night. Disconnect between quality of what we had and the cost. That being said, the breakfast is excellent, as is the bar

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2024

Nadine

so accommodating with our late arrival. Breakfast and dinner were both excellent. nice pub and the room was lovely. will definitely stay again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2024

Norette

Cozy, comfortable and clean hotel, very handy for Ferry and Stromness. Bar downstairs and excellent breakfast.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2024

Helen

Perfect!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Mar 2024

Wendy

Comfortable, friendly and welcoming. We really enjoyed it.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2024

ALISON

We had a wonderful 2 night stay in February with lots of snow which was a bonus. Our room was immaculate, a real comfy bed, plenty of tea, coffee and biscuits. The bathroom was brand new with a super powerful shower. The staff were so accommodating and really happy to help with anything we needed, a great shout out for Angela, Moira and the chef. The breakfast had a great choice of hot or cold food. The porridge was to die for and runny poached eggs. The hotel is central fir everything, right across from the ferry terminal too. We will definitely be back. Thank you again for looking after us 👍

Business Partner

2/10

Poor

30 Dec 2023

L

Worst customer service I ever experienced when the storm hit and all trains and ferries were cancelled for 2-3 days in December 27&28- Angela refused to waive cancellations fees.
We were stranded on the way to the Ferry Inn and I immediately let them know that no trains or ferries were operable.
Angela Charged me $340 for two nights that I couldn’t get there due to the storm cancellations.

I had to buy an additional 2 nights of hotel where I was stranded. Very inconsiderate and I will not stay there in the future. Angela could have at least reduced the amount since it was an act of God storm that stopped all trains and ferries.

I understand she wants $$ but I paid double for those two nights with not so much as an I’m sorry from the Ferry Inn and Angela herself.
Not very kind behavior.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2023

Rebecca

Cozy and convenient

Everyone working at this hotel has been so kind and helpful. We had some weather-related delays and they helped us figure out what to do. We’ve been very cozy here.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2023

Norman

Once again nice room, staff very helpful and no complaints.

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

20 Sep 2023

John

Fine but everything was closed

The room was nice and appeared clean (although there were a previous guest's headphones in the drawer). Unfortunately the bar and restaurant were closed during our stay in mid-September. Same across town apparently as we were told 'there's nowhere open to eat in Stromness' and reception weren't able to suggest anywhere out of town (we were told to look at a tourist website to see what's open in Kirkwall). Parking is not actually free unless you want to park 300m down the street.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2023

Joan

Close to ferry.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Sep 2023

Verified traveler

Great for Stromness

Nice hotel with helpful friendly staff.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2023

Zachary

A true gem of a place. Absolutely recommended for anyone looking stay in Stromness!

Charming older building with all the quirks and foibles that give so much character, but nicely modernized. Very clean and well kept. The staff was wonderfully helpful and friendly. The bar and restaurant are top notch and the perfect place to wind down after a day of exploration.

I will absolutely book here again whenever I return to Orkney.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2023

Sharon

Great location, comfortable and excellent food

Karen was fantastic, as Hotels.com had failed to book the room properly. We were offered a fantastic room which was clean and comfortable, and well located for the ferry, Stromness and the main island of Orkney. Excellent food

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jul 2023

Peter

Very convenient for the ferry. Public parking but adjacent to hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2023

JULIE

The room was clean and convenient to both the ferry and buses around the island. Staff were efficient and kind and the restaurant was excellent.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2023

Ed

Great place, very convenient by the ferry.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

14 Jun 2023

Richard

A nice pub with rooms. The restaurant is good, the staff pleasant. Our room was a bit cramped and the stairs narrow. There is no guest room.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2023

Malcolm R

Good location, with a nice restaurant

8/10

Excellent

27 May 2023

Elizabeth

A charming, clean and well located property to enjoy Stromness and the region.

The staff were very welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. The food and drinks variety and quality was pleasing.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 May 2023

Andrew

Very much enjoyed my stay. Great food and lovely staff. Made to feel at home. Will be back one day.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

13 May 2023

Susan

Close to ferry.

This hotel is a bit unique in that the rooms have been updated but the building is historic so,no elevator and very steep, narrow steps. It is worth the walk up, our room was large wirh a king bed, nice linens and a pretty good ensuite.
The kitchen was closed the night we were there so we drive to the nearby town to a restaurant.
After a good night's sleep we made our way to the charming restaurant and a lovely breakfast.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2023

Verified traveler

Great waterfront inn. Updated bathroom, it was a little noisy however not at odd hours of the night. Very close to the ferry terminal. Friendly staff!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2023

Laura

Rarely do I stay in a place where I leave truly feeling like family. Karen and Gareth are two of the loveliest people you will ever meet. We walked in and instantly felt at home. After a few days we never wanted to leave. Great drinks, great food, great vibes!

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2023

Dianne

Everyone was exceedingly friendly and accommodating. The food was very good and they were eager to give special consideration for your food limitations. When they say cozy, they mean tiny. Having said that, they managed to make it comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2023

Kelly

The Inn is centrally located in Stromness and an easy jump off point to explore the island.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2023

Brad

Orkney April 2023

I wish we had known about this inn before! Convenient location to the Ferry terminal, very warm and friendly pub, clean abs comfortable room and great bed!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2023

Verified traveler

Very clean accommodations, and a wonderful restaurant/pub on the ground floor. It is the hub of the community in Stromness.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

06 Sep 2022

Holly

Convenient to ferry. Hotel has bar and restaurant on site.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2022

Lesley

My daughter and I had a tremendous experience at the Ferry Inn (8/5 - 8/7/22). The staff were really friendly, our rooms very comfortable and clean. We chose the Ferry Inn because it is so close to the Northlink Ferry and the neolithic standing stones and Skarra Brae. They're about the only place to eat in Stromness, so book for dinner not to be disappointed. Bar staff and breakfast staff were great too. Try the Scapa, Single Malt if you can.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2022

Peter

Staff could not have been more helpful in dealing with last minute special requirements

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jun 2022

michael

Excellent and comfortable stay

Comfortable and quite spacious, very clean room. Staff were helpful, efficient and friendly. Food of a high standard.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2022

Amy

Great hotel with the most friendly staff. The Restaurant had delicious food.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2021

Angus

Lovely break in Stromness

Room in a great position, was very clean and tidy.

The one small comment was that a view of the street or harbour would have been nice and we would ask for one on our next visit.

The food in the restaurant was first class and the table service was excellent.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2021

Grahame

Super manager, great location and excellent food.

The manager is a super chap. He is highly motivated and enjoys his job. All his staff worked hard and seemed to enjoy their jobs. Cleanliness was excellent. Unfortunately, my 'private' toilet/shower were not in the room but down the corridor. Although there was a clear 'Private' notice on the door it was sometimes used by others. It would have been better if there was a lock on it.
Great location. The Ferry Inn is next to the ferry terminal and port, which is where everyone meets to socialise. Great food. The menu is imaginative, with excellent options for seafood lovers and vegetarians. However, at the moment it's the only place in town to eat. Booking for evening meals is essential, even for residents, with no guarantee a table will be available. There is far more demand than supply. A real pity for the Ferry Inn, since it could use the extra income and a pity for customers, who miss enjoying the excellent food. If there isn't a table, the other alternatives are to go to the local Co-op for some 'food to go' or drive 15 miles to Kirkwall. Even in Kirkwall tables are in very short supply!

Self

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2021

Mark

Old fashioned pub. Not great food

Old fashioned pub style hotel with fairly small rooms. Unfortunately food was not great quality. We had breakfast each day and one evening meal, and all were pretty tasteless and uninspiring

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2021

philippa

Convenient location right next to ferry. There is public parking next door which is free from 5pm to 9am, but actually there is one hour free parking, so in effect it is free from 4pm to 9am or 5pm to 10am. Staff were nice and room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was amazing (particularly the haggis).

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Aug 2021

John

Brilliant!

First time back at the Ferry after 30 years. Still a delightful, friendly, comfortable and enjoyable place to stay. Food excellent, breakfast excellent, staff and beer also excellent. Best shower of our trip and very comfortable bed.
I cannot fault the Ferry Inn and hope some day to return, before 30 years pass again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Located just by the harbour, very nice and welcoming hotel, clean and comfortable, friendly and excellent breakfast, very good option with children.

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

25 Jul 2021

Una

Not for us ended up in a room in annexe o ground floor with window directly on to the street . Had to have the blind it curtains closed constantly.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2021

Kate

Friendly and welcoming.

Nice, clean and spacious room, but it's a long way up the steep stairs to the top of the Inn where our room was! Food and local ales were very good. Staff were very welcoming and helpful.
Would certainly use this Inn again in the future.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2021

Ernest

Lovely accommodation

We stayed at the Harbourside House rooms were lovely beds so comfortable!! Lovely breakfast only downside was there were no bars just the hotel which didn’t open until 4

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2021

Karen

Foodie heaven

I was a little disappointed when we were walked from the Ferry Inn to the Harbourside View which was a grey bland building but the room was good once inside. The booking did say we would be in the harbourside but it wasn’t clear what that meant. Parking was free from 5pm until 9 am and just across the road.

We stayed for dinner in the Ferry Inn which was FABULOUS! Best food yet! I had smoked haddock and it was divine. Service was great, plenty of staff who were all young, attentive and polite. There was a little noise during the night which disturbed our sleep - but it was Friday night! Breakfast was great . Overall a lovely experience despite my initial reservations.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2020

Lara

Clean, serviceable, good location.

Great location. Good sized room and bathroom. The shower was temperamental, but definitely hot. Restaurant serves solid food.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 Aug 2020

Alan

Very Good

Nice hotel.

Staff were friendly, location (10 seconds from ferry) great, comfortable and clean rooms, dinner was excellent.

No complaints and would happily stay again.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Well restored, excellent food and great staff. A good experience

Business_and_leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Huge bed, excellent ensuite and a very good breakfast, what else would you need ?