Located on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Guest house offers 3-star accommodations with free parking. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away. Each recently refurbished room at Smithfield Guest house features free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee making facilities, and a TV. The property has 10 rooms, 9 of which have an private bathroom. The single room has an external private shower room. Guests can visit the archaeological sites of Skara Brae, Maeshowe, Ring of Brodgar, Standing Stones of Stenness, Brough of Gurness, Brough of Birsay, all within 10 minutes’ drive from the property.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
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Alice
United Kingdom“Such a lovely place, clean, well situated and Ivy the host was incredibly kind and attentive to us. Excellent breakfast too. Well-situated for touring the island as it's right in the middle.”
Kevin
United States“Friendly staff and clean room.
Location was good for visiting sights”
M
United States“An Excellent, filling breakfast of both hot and cold foods. Some days we ate a lot, sometimes less. The staff and owner were always pleasant, helpful, and for both us and other guests, they were willing to prepare early breakfast to accommodate...”
Gast
United States“Our room was lovely & the lounge was very nice. The owners were so nice & very helpful. Breakfast was delicious!”
Candice
United States“Our room was very clean and the staff was so helpful and kind. The location was great to see Skara Brae, Ring of Brodgar, and Standing Stones of Stenness while still being close to the guesthouse. We had to leave on the 6:00am ferry so Anne Marie...”
Rowan
United States“Everything was perfect! Kind and welcoming staff. Easy parking. Good location across the street from a grocery store and close drive to all the must-see spots.”
Charles
United States“Convenient in mid mainland Orkney. Quiet, nice layout of rooms, dining, etc. nice alternative to busy Kirkwall.”
Roger
United Kingdom“location was fantastic for our plans, visiting ancient monuments etc
breakfast was great”
Jaime
United States“The staff was super friendly and helpful. Lively room and a good breakfast. The location was superb to visit all the Neolithic and historic sites.”
Jacquelin
United States“There is a very nice parlor. It is convenient to the key sites. It has a very nice parlor.”
Host Info
9.6
Host Review Score
3 Star Inn In the heart of the west mainland of Orkney the Smithfield is situated in the village of Dounby, this family run hotel is surrounded by many archaeological sites, RSPB reserves and well stocked brown trout lochs.
The Smithfield is in a perfect location only a 15 minutes drive from Kirkwall & Stromness and an ideal place to stay and relax whether it be for business or pleasure.
The restaurant is open daily and uses Orkneys finest produce while offering a comfortable and homely atmosphere. The public bar is a warm traditional bar where locals and guests alike can unwind and enjoy Orkneys quality whiskeys and beers.
There is a quiet TV lounge available with a large selection of Orkney books and information leaflets which residents can browse through and plan the day ahead, wifi is available throughout and there is convenient hotel parking.
Ali, Ivy, Ann-Marie and Lee offer you true orcadian hospitality and will leave you with lasting memories of your visit to Orkney.
We employ staff of all ages and they all pride themselves in providing friendly customer service.
We are in a small village with all the amenities close by - There is a doctor surgery, coop, school, pharmacy, hair dresser, post office and a fitness suite within the local school
Language spoken: English
Area info
Amenities of Smithfield Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
