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Scalloway Hotel

Main Street, Scalloway, Scotland
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Scalloway Hotel
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22 reviews 22 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

allowing for the remoteness of the location (Shetland Isles) the hotel was probably as good as was available, clean and tidy, food was of a high standard, beds comfortable but in a small room with small en-suite facilities, not somewhere you would want to spend any time in, therefore marked down.

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Richmond
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

We have been cycling up the Orkneys and Shetlands for eight days and really loved our stay in The Scalloway hotel. We arrived from Sumburgh in time for a delicious bowl of soup for lunch and then went to the Scalloway Museum which has a very informative display on The Shetland Bus. A short walk along the harbour takes you... More

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Caroline M, Owner at Scalloway Hotel, responded to this review
May 23, 2013

Thank you for your very positive feedback about our bar food and service. We note your comments about the need for refurbishment. In the past year, we have invested a six figure sum in improvements to our bedrooms, which were urgently needing upgraded. Eventually we'll get round to doing the same in the bar but, as we're having to finance... More

Ardgour, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

We stayed here for the (wonderful) Shetland Folk Festival, and it proved to be well worth the couple of miles out of Lerwick to stay here. The Scalloway is a small, family-run hotel, with a warm, welcoming and very genuine staff throughout. My room was absolutely gorgeous - with Shetland behind every detail - from the original art to the... More

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Stourbridge
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

I only stayed at the Scalloway because for assorted reasons I couldn’t stay at my usual Shetland abode of the Queens Hotel in Lerwick but having looked on Trip Advisor it papered to be an excellent alternative, well I suppose it’s what you want from a hotel that qualifies that. Anyhow firstly the good points it’s clean, comfortable and the... More

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Caroline M, Owner at Scalloway Hotel, responded to this review
May 6, 2013

Thank you for your very detailed critique. Glad you appreciated the breakfast spread, and that the room was to your liking. It's unfortunate that you felt ignored by our staff: we generally make an effort to engage with guests. With regard to the dinners, we were recently presented with an AA rosette, and previous inspections by visitscotland have recognised the... More

Scalloway, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

We went for my Dad's 65th b/day meal,all I can say is excellant meal.It was a bit basic but good wholesome pub grub.The price was average for Shetland I would say,but very basic food.Be better withsome more veg etc with the main meal

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013 via mobile

The hotel is on the waterfront, so great views over the harbour. The room was compact but nicely decorated and comfortable. Bathroom lovely, large shower and tasteful decir. The evening meal and breakfast were excellent, very much enjoyed local shellfish and fish. Would definitley recommend this friendly hotel.

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Inverness, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2013

Had a brilliant overnight stay at the Scalloway Hotel - wonderful fresh seafood which was cooked to perfection - Caroline and Peter are great hosts and all the staff were very friendly and attentive - my room was lovely, attractively decorated and furnished with thoughtfully sourced local fabrics and paintings. The ensuite facilities had been recently upgraded and were modern... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013

Scalloway Hotel is in central Scalloway. The town is small but the food and the staff at the hotel are especially recommended. Friendly, helpful and lovelyrooms. Make sure you try the blue shell muscles- yummy.

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 23, 2013

We had a very good stay and would we go back? Oh Yes....the room was clean and kept nicely by the friendly cleaning ladies. The hotel has free wifi which worked well unlike some hotels. The Restaurant just doen't get any better. Breakfast time was very good offering a very wide range to suit all. Excellent evening meals, to a... More

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Thirsk
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013

Stayed here when stuck in Shetland due to offshore weather delays. Warm welcome and excellent evening meal and breakfast. Stay was spoiled by very cramped room, especially as there was two of us sharing it. The bathroom was so small you could barely turn round.

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Caroline M, Owner at Scalloway Hotel, responded to this review
February 18, 2013

Sorry, a few of our rooms are a bit cramped. We're working on it. Same goes for the bathrooms, which - following a revamp - will still be small, but hopefully perfectly formed, with new showers, modern fittings and underfloor heating. Hope your enjoyment of the meal, breakfast and service went some way towards compensating for the room's shortcomings. More

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Also Known As:
Scalloway Hotel Shetland Islands
Address: Main Street, Scalloway, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Shetland Islands > Mainland > Scalloway
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Bar/Lounge Free Parking Restaurant
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