Located near Brae Hotel, unwind in a warm atmosphere where guests can take advantage of cooked-to-order breakfast and dry cleaning/laundry services. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests, who also enjoy the coffee shop/cafe and arcade/game room.
North Mainland Leisure Centre - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Up-Helly-Aa Exhibition - 52 min drive - 45.5 km
Lerwick Town Hall - 53 min drive - 45.8 km
Fort Charlotte - 53 min drive - 45.8 km
Shetland Museum - 54 min drive - 46.7 km
Getting around
Lerwick (LSI-Sumburgh) - 85 min drive
Restaurants
Pier Head Restaurant & Bar - 8 min drive
Yum Yum Cake Fridge - 15 min walk
The Northen Lights - 1 min walk
Frankies Fish & Chips - 2 min walk
Mid Brae Inn - 5 min walk
About this property
Brae Hotel
Situated on the bay, Brae Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Brae. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
35 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Locally sourced food is prioritized
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
5 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-in between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 10
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hotel Brae Hotel BRAE
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Frequently asked questions
Does Brae Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Brae Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Brae Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Brae Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Brae Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Brae Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Brae Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Brae Hotel like?
Brae Hotel is located a short 7-minute walk from North Mainland Leisure Centre.
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Reviews
Reviews
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9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast options were great, with many reviewers praising the quality and variety of the meals. (12 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2026
Very comfortable and in a great location to explore islands. The breakfast was proper Scottish breakfast.
Elena
Elena, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 22, 2026
Very pet friendly and the staff were excellent..
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2026
Room very basic but comfy and mostly clean enough. Breakfast was nice but repetetive when staying longer than a few days. Staff were friendly and local chip shop and leisure centre were handy.
Marc
Marc, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 7, 2025
Nice hotel, good food and very helpful staff.
Grant
Grant, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
Perfect location and accommodation. Staff unbelievably friendly, caring, and attentive. Have not had such good service in a long time!
Claire
Claire, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2025
2 night stay
Comfy bed and pillows. Great service from all of the staff. Food was excellent too... Nice evening meal and nice breakfast. All in all very relaxing. Would recommend staying here.
Findlay
Findlay, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2024
Great staff, very helpful, comfy beds and so peaceful
Sheila
Sheila, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2023
Our stay was very pleasant. We loved the Viking-inspired shields in the lobby, and the staff were all very friendly and welcoming.
Lori
Lori, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
The staff were lovely
June
June, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 13, 2024
Nice friendly staff. Convenient location.
Alex
Alex, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2024
Excellent customer service! Very comfortable bed, clean room and delicious breakfast. I will definitely stay here again on my next visit!
Chad
Chad, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2024
Staff very helpful. Quiet and comfortable.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
We enjoyed our 2 night stay at the Brae Hotel. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast options were good and the one dinnercwe ate there was excellent. Well located forca day travelling to the islands of Yell & Unst.
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2024
The staff were excellent and attended to us in a friendly and timely manner. Very enjoyable.
Dan
Dan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2025
Great place in Shetland
Our experience in Shetland was greatly enhanced by our hotel stay. The staff were very helpful. Particularly Scott and Curtis at breakfast. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The amenities were very good and useful. Even though it was a distance from Lerwick it was definitely the correct choice to stay.
Kurt
Kurt, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
A nice hotel with very helpful staff.
Some minor issues on our arrival which were sorted out immediately. The problem was with Expedia booking, not the hotel.
Absolutely perfect for our visit which was for a business trip.
We will definitely go back next time we are in Shetland.
Myles
Myles, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2024
Comfortable friendly stay
Charming friendly staff, nice hot full Scottish breakfast included. Easy to find and easy parking. Option of dinner - sadly this is usually for hotel guests only, but they accommodate when they can. We enjoyed one dinner there and it was wonderful. I had the poached salmon and my spouse had steak pie, both delicious. The room was small but spotless, and the bed very comfortable. Would definitely recommend!!
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2025
It was our first time in Shetland and from the day we arrived the staff could not have done anything more for us they went over and above to help us with places to go things to see . We arrived 5 hours early and they still let us check in so we could catch up on some sleep, Scott and Curtis are just fantastic they also go over and above to help they so friendly and happy which was nice to see and the singing was not to bad either ,The hotel is located in a very central location as there is a Chinese five minutes up the road and a chippy two minutes walk down from the hotel and a coop at the bottom of the hill , that is of course if you don’t want to eat in the hotel as the food is just as good too. I would certainly recommend this hotel.
Gordon
Gordon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2024
The reception staff was very helpful. Check in was quick and easy. The restaurant and bar were exceptional. Dinner options had a few changes each evening. Book early because bus services like this location. Our room was very nice with a view of the water. Breakfast was great and quick. Check out was easy.
Philip
Philip, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jul 3, 2025
Stay in shetland
Seriously overpriced for our stay. Food terrible. Only ate in once. Best to go up the road for fish and chips. Continental breakfast was cereal and the occasional pastry. Presliced white and brown bread. No rolls. Fried breakfast okay. Location good for ferries from Toft.
Alison
Alison, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Had a lovely two night stay
with very comfy bed and very clean comfortable room,
Staff go out of their way to be very helpful and friendly
When we arrived it was 11 am and we weren’t due to be in our room until 3
I was being very sick due to our journey there on the ferry
And the hotel kindly let us into our rooms at 12
I was extremely grateful .. we will definitely be returning.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2023
Large comfortable bed, large room, quiet, delicious fresh breakfast and lovely staff.
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2023
Had a very pleasant stay here
Ivy
Ivy, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2023
Welcoming staff, homely atmosphere- great breakfast!
GRAEME
GRAEME, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2023
We liked everything about the Brae Hotel but especially the friendly and helpful staff.