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Western Isles Bed And Breakfast And Stornoway Hotels

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For thousands of years a great many of the islands found in the Western Isles of Scotland have been populated but during the last couple of centuries the population has declined drastically leaving only a few of the 200+ islands populated. Found off the west of Scotland in the Atlantic ocean, on the Isle of Lewis can be found the only town in the Western Isles, Stornoway.

During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis in the Western Isles of Scotland was one of the busiest herring fishing ports in Europe. During the herring season the town's population trebled with thousands of fishermen and ancillary workers traveling to Stornoway to work. Sadly the trade collapsed following the First World War but Stornoway still has a small fishing fleet which adds character to the town. Stornoway is one of the best places in which to stay when visiting the Western Isles and below you will find a little information about the bed and breakfast accommodation available.

The Caberfeidh Hotel has a long held reputation for being Stornoway's finest hotel. The hotel is situated on the outskirts of town opposite the Lews Castle grounds on the road that heads over to the Isle of Harris.

The Royal Hotel first opened in 1850 and is Stornoway's oldest hotel. Although the oldest the Royal Hotel is thoroughly modern in it's outlook having opened the towns first cafe bar (HS1). From the outside the hotel has a gorgeous old fashioned exterior and some of the original features remain in some of their rooms.

The Caladh Inn is Steornabhagh's most substantial hotel with the most rooms. The Caladh Inn is found just on the outskirts of the town on the road that heads out to the airport. The Caladh Inn is extremely popular with both businessmen and tourists who appreciate the superb hospitality and central location.

Holm View Guest House is found about 15 minutes away from the center of Stornoway. This 4 star guest house offers some of the finest bed and breakfast in Stornoway and has an excellent reputation with numerous extremely positive reviews. As well as the guest house, bed and breakfast is also available in their luxurious Holm View Cottage.

Right in the very heart of Stornoway's town center can be found the 3 star Thorlee Guest House. The Thorlee is one of the most popular guest houses in Stornoway due to it's central location and it highly affordable accommodation.

Whichever hotel or guest house in Stornoway you decide to stay in you are almost guaranteed to have a wonderful time in superb friendly surroundings. The Western Isles are well known for the first class hospitality offered and the accommodation available in Stornoway is no exception and you will, most probably, experience the finest hospitality ever.

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If you are planning a vacation to the Hebrides you may wish to see our listings of Stornoway guest houses and bed and breakfast in Stornoway

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