Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.3

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbor. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms are each equipped with a flat-screen TV, telephone and free tea and coffee. Sea view rooms are available, while all have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Ironing facilities are available on request. Cooked breakfasts are on offer in the Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments’ restaurant, which also provides lunch, bar and evening menus. Local ingredients are used, including Orkney Lamb, steaks and freshly caught fish. The North Isles Ferries are just a few minutes’ walk away, and the Aberdeen/Lerwick ferry terminal is only 2 miles away. Kirkwall is Mainland Orkney’s largest town, and has bars and restaurants within 5 minutes’ walk of the hotel. Free parking is provided, with ancient sites such as Skara Brae are all within a 30-minute drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Eric
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Super spacious apartment in a great location within walking distance to the center with its restaurants, bars, shops and sights. Very appreciative of the elevator. Have to say the body wash was rather luxurious.”
Carl
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“this was our second visit so we knew what expect ,the staff were very helpful and pleasant ,dinning very good,rooms very comfortable all in all great stay”
David
United States United States
“The staff was very helpful. The apartment was comfortable and functional. We especially appreciated having a kitchen to make our own breakfast. The on site restaurant was fantastic.”
Sithapong
Thailand Thailand
“Spacious room. Location close too city centre. Covenient parking. Good breakfast.”
Jesse
United States United States
“Great base station for a large party to explore Orkney. The staff were amazing and extremely helpful. The bartender Monik, is an amazing mixologist and produced some of the the more interesting cocktails I’ve had, while providing impromptu whisky...”
Misty
United States United States
“Lovely hotel right in town. Nice staff. Charming decor. Cozy yet comfortable room. Good shower pressure. Comfortable lounge/bar. The two bedroom apartment was clean and comfortable but t not very equipped for kitchen use.”
Paul
Australia Australia
“Our experience was a great one. From the time we checked in till we left, the staff and facilities were of the highest standard. Breakfast was a great way to start the day. Lots of choice and attentive staff. The evening restaurant was another...”
Mary
United States United States
“Great location, walking distance to restaurants and shops, ample parking for our rental car, awesome waterfront view, well maintained property and clean, comfortable room with large bathroom. Excellent staff, every person was pleasant, helpful and...”
Sandra
Canada Canada
“Room was comfortable and clean . Breakfast was excellent. Location is very good. A lift is available if needed.”
Karen
South Africa South Africa
“Location was PERFECT! We walked a great deal and loved being so close to the docks. The staff members were very accommodating. The restaurant was excellent! It was affordable and comfortable. Win - Win!”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    Scottish
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

Amenities of Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
£10 per child, per night
2 years old
Crib upon request
£10 per child, per night
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£20 per child, per night

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
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The fine print

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