To compare the Baltasound to a mainland or city hotel is missing the point. The Baltasound is a unique and slightly quirky find offering very comfortable bedrooms with great views in a cosy environment. We only stopped for one night yet the welcome was superb and the food fabulous with a restaurant used by visitors and locals alike. I think... More

I chose the cheaper "unserviced' accommodation which came without any frills (no breakfast, towel, kettle, TV or even a chair) but it was all clearly spelled out before I booked. For that I paid £25 less than the full rate which suited me and there was a garage just down the road which did tea and toast in the morning... More

Touring Shetland by bicycle, there are not always too many options. Baltasound Hotel stood out as a northernturning point, and we were not disappointed. Even though a little before season we did not have the full menu to choose from, the food was excellent, the room comfortable, and the staff so friendly and helpful. My only minor niggle was that... More

Thank you for an excellent meal last night, loved the food, well presented and the service was brill. Compliments to your fantastic chef and staff. Steve and Gabby you were great, we will be back. Xxx

I'm going to be honest and say that I wasn't expecting much from this hotel when it was booked for me through work as my work pick cheap places! What I got though was a modern hotel with lovely friendly staff and food which I simply could not stop eating! Firstly the room, modern and cosy, and a very comfortable... More

Unst is a spectacular Island and I had hoped to see the Northern Lights. I had to make do with plain starry nights instead. Bike hire for the only sunny day was handy. The hotel was quiet, with only 4 guests, being February. The staff were still willing to cook home-made soup, serve up good veggy food and crack open... More

Once again, we chose to stay at the Balltasound Hotel for the Uyeasound Up Helly Aa and Valentine's weekend. Once again, we were not disappointed. To open the door of the chalet room and see the towels forming two swans with red rose petals and chocolate hearts was just lovely. Dinner was excellent. The staff are friendly and helpful. In... More

This cozy little hotel is much more than what you would expect. The rooms are modern, but the exterior is not. The exterior shows the ruggedness of the Shetland winters. The staff are kind and extremely accommodating. We had to reschedule our flight from Orkney which put us in much later than we expected. Luckily, the staff stayed up and... More

I have stayed here through work commitments many times in the past 5 years and it just gets better. Okay its not quite comparable to big city hotels on room size and amenities but considering where it is they do an excellent job. They more than make up for that by the quality of service and the amazing food they... More