The Old Electric Store - A harbour-view guest house with self check-in, family rooms, and free WiFi near Portree's centre
Situated in Portree, 37 km from Dunvegan Castle, The Old Electric Store offers rooms with sea views and is located on the iconic painted harbour. This guest house provides family rooms, and all units are on the ground floor. Each room features a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and hairdryer, and free WiFi. Bed linen and towels are included, and tea, coffee, and Walker's Shortbread are provided in the rooms at The Old Electric Store. Check-in is contactless via a code sent by email, with no staff on site. The property is within walking distance of shops, pubs, and boat tours. Parking is not provided on site, and street parking near the harbour is limited, especially during high season. Some guests have noted that rooms facing Quay Street require curtains drawn for privacy due to passer-by visibility. Benbecula Airport is 100 km from The Old Electric Store.
Pros
Heated towel rails in the bathroom add comfort after a shower.
Complimentary hot chocolate and Walker's Shortbread are provided in the room.
Beds are comfortable with clean linen and pillows.
Easy self-check-in and clear communication from management via email.
Cons
The heating system may turn off every two hours and requires manual resetting.
Some rooms lack designated hooks for towels and clothes, and the vanity area is small for filling the kettle.
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Check-in/ Check-out
Facilities
The Old Electric Store offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
Wi-Fi
No pets allowed
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Children
Cots
Room features
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
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The Old Electric Store Location
1 Quay Street, Portree, IV51 9DE,
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Local Live Music Venues
10 minutes' walk
Various venues hosting live performances; great for enjoying local bands and a lively atmosphere.
Portree Cinema
15 minutes' walk
Family-friendly cinema showing the latest films; offers a local flavor and a cozy viewing experience.
Getting around
City Centre
Portree 4 min · 1000 ft
Airports
Benbecula (BEB) 158 min · 65.3 mi
Stornoway (SYY) 203 min · 83.8 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-22:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback about The Old Electric Store from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 134 verified reviews
7.7 /10
Very good
80 %
Recommend
Pros
Water views
Central location
Comfortable beds
Cons
Heating issues
Noise disturbance
Guest reviews
based on 243 reviews
8.0/10
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