Orcades Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Free Wifi

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Orcades Hostel in Kirkwall offers family rooms with private bathrooms, carpeted floors, and modern amenities including TV, refrigerator, and electric kettle. Each room features a hairdryer and shower. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. The hostel provides a fully equipped kitchen, ensuring convenience for all visitors. Local Attractions: Scapa Beach is 1.7 mi away, Maeshowe 9.3 mi, and Skara Brae 17 mi. Other nearby sites include the Ring of Brogdar and Orkney Fossil and Heritage Center. Kirkwall Airport is 3.7 mi from the property. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its kitchen, room comfort, and cleanliness, Orcades Hostel offers a pleasant stay for all travelers.

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
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location and beds very comfy. The locking system was cool as well”
Michelle
United States United States
“Check in was really smooth. The room was great and even had a TV, fridge, and sofa. Beds were comfortable, and the shower was good. The common areas were also well equipped. Would definitely stay here again.”
Carol
United States United States
“It had space when I was having trouble finding something, quite near to grocery store”
Brian
United States United States
“Great location with easy access to busses and walkable to stores. Nice kitchen available. Comfortable room with a refrigerator for convenience. I loved not having a key to keep track of, access to the building and rooms is made using codes.”
David
United States United States
“Clean and modern, less expensive than anywhere else on Orkney, keyless entry.”
Amie
United States United States
“Best hostel we have ever stayed in! So clean, with a well-equipped and super organized kitchen and lovely dining/living room! Felt more like a nice hotel. Hosts were fabulous and so accommodating. The location is perfect and very walkable to pubs,...”
John
United States United States
“The kitchen and common spaces were amazing and well organized. It’s the perfect place to go for a stay in Orkney.”
David
United States United States
“This is a hostel so you pick up your key from a box at the front door and probably won't see any host. But it is beautifully kept, with nicely appointed rooms, basic style but nice and the icing on the cake is the fabulously equipped kitchen,...”
Melissa
United States United States
“I booked a private room for 1 and it was quite large with 4 bunks. The location was very close to Tesco and the hostel had a full kitchen. It was nice to be able to have my evening meal at 'home' after a long day of sightseeing.”
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A simple but effective hotel/hostel on the edge of town. The centre of Kirkwall can be reached along a nice little pedestrian path in less than ten minutes. It's quiet and clean, if not exactly charming. The check-in process is entirely digital...”

Area info

Amenities of Orcades Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Orcades Hostel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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