Matheson Memorial Lews Castle Stornoway

Lews Castle

www.lews-castle.co.uk
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Apr 27, 2025
Very interesting castle. Well worth visiting. We spent a while there whilst waiting for the late ferry. Brilliant wrap around cinema presentation about the island. The wee chessmen were a highlight f…Full review by Paul B
Apr 22, 2025
It's my first time on Isle of Lewis and I don't think visit here is worthy. Lews castle is basically empty. There is empty ballroom for hire, empty hall for hire and empty library. Not a single info…Full review by Diyan D
Apr 21, 2025
We spent a very happy week over Easter at the Matheson suite, which is the 2-3 bedroom southwestern wing on the first floor. The rooms were clean, beautifully refurbished, well appointed and sympath…Full review by Ellamisma2019
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Lews Castle is a Victorian castle built in 1857. It was built as a residence for Sir James Matheson and was designed by Charles Wils…
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Facts

Construction completed:1844–1851
Architect:Charles Wilson
Owner:Comhairle nan Eilean Siar

Questions & answers

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Hy are dogs allowed into the accommodation?
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Sorry but I can’t answer that question. You can either check out their website or email the Castle directly and they will let you know. Sorry I can’t be more helpful, but I live in New Zealand
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Answer by Althea W · Jan 2, 2025
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Hi, Are dogs allowed in the castle grounds and cafe please? Thank you Heather
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Grounds, yes. Café no.
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Do you have laundry service for hotel guests?
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The apartment we stayed in had a washing machine and there was detergent provided. Hope this is of some help. Kind regards.
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Answer by Seona M · Aug 25, 2017
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I'd like to visit for a few nights and I'm wondering how to get from Edinburgh airport to the property. Do you offer ground …
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I'd like to visit for a few nights and I'm wondering how to get from Edinburgh airport to the property. Do you offer ground transfers? Thank you.
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Hi, You would need to fly into Stornoway Airport and from here you would be able to get a taxi to the Castle. Unfortunately we don't currently offer ground transfers. Thanks
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Answer by Together T · Apr 19, 2017
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