The Ferry Inn and Harbourside House are situated on the harbourfront in Orkney's gateway port. The 'Ferry' provides an ideal base for business or leisure stays, great food and a cracking community bar.

For over 30 years 'the Ferry' has served as one of Stromness' must-visit pubs, playing a full part in the daily life of the town and host to the variety of events and festivals held throughout the year.

Whether Folk, Blues or Science is your thing or Sea Angling, Scuba Diving or Sailing, whether its Shopping Week, the Shows or New Year, The Ferry is the place to be.

The Ferry Inn offers a mix of single, twin, double, family or self-catering accommodation as best meets your needs.

For those on a budget, the rooms in the Ferry Inn itself provide excellent value, while Harbourside House offers the space and facilities for business or longer leisure stays.

In season, The Ferry Inn is open to welcome all for great food, drinks and refreshments.

Our menu over the years has been constanly evolving to the expectations and delights of both locals and visitors, incorporating much of the local fare on offer here,

In the evenings our à la carte restaurant pushes the boat out a little further with a range of speciality dishes including prime Orkney fillet steak, hand dived king scallops and fresh Orkney lobster featuring strongly. We have beers and wines a plenty and friendly knowledgable staff on hand to make sure your meal goes down a treat.