Doune Braes Hotel offers a warm retreat in Scotland's heartland. The restaurant serves local Scottish cuisine, and the bar is perfect for relaxing with a drink. Guests appreciate free self-parking for vehicle security and a front-desk safe for valuables.
Isle of Lewis is home to Doune Braes Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dhàil Mór and Dhàil Beag, while Blue Pig Studio and Garenin Blackhouse Village are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Isle of Lewis travel guide
Carloway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
What's nearby
Carloway Broch
6 min drive - 4.9 km
Blue Pig Studio
7 min drive - 5.5 km
Garenin Blackhouse Village
10 min drive - 6.8 km
Callanish Stone Circle
11 min drive - 10.1 km
Calanais Visitor Centre
12 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Stornoway (SYY)
45 min drive
About this property
Doune Braes Hotel
Property highlights
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Doune Braes Hotel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
A gift shop and an off-leash area
Room features
All guestrooms at Doune Braes Hotel feature comforts such as safes and WiFi.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 accessible parking spaces
Front entrance ramp
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
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Heating
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls and an off-leash area are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Doune Braes Hotel Hotel
Doune Braes Hotel Isle of Lewis
Doune Braes Hotel Hotel Isle of Lewis
Frequently asked questions
Is Doune Braes Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What time is check-in at Doune Braes Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Doune Braes Hotel?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Doune Braes Hotel located?
Situated in Isle of Lewis, this hotel is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Carloway Broch and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Blue Pig Studio. Garenin Blackhouse Village and Blackhouse Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Doune Braes Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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A really friendly team at the hotel and great breakfast was included. However the property is a bit dated and seemed pricy for what we had. The rooms have a 1980's feel to them. For location it's beautiful, set next to a Loch and handy to visit the near by attractions of the Broch and Blackhouse villlage.
Adrian
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily
22 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Doune Braes is very close to the Callanish standing stones, which makes it a super convenient location if the stones are on your itinerary! Everyone working at Doune Braes was extremely kind and helpful and the food (I had dinner and breakfast) was delicious. It is not a fancy accommodation, but the rooms are clean, spacious, and safe. Highly recommended if you are visiting Lewis and want to see the Callanish stones, particularly at sunrise or sunset!
Very tired hotel in desperate need of renovation. The evening meal on offer was very limited and portions were tiny for the price. Staying in Stornoway at any other hotel would have been more enjoyable.