The Orkney Hotel

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Scored 7.5
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.0

About this property

Historic Setting: The Orkney Hotel in Kirkwall is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, city views, work desks, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include spa baths and seating areas. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the traditional restaurant, with options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Breakfast includes full English or Irish with warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Convenient Location: Located 2.5 mi from Kirkwall Airport and near Scapa Beach (1.7 mi), the hotel provides easy access to local attractions. Water sports are available in the surrounding area. Guest Services: The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, room service, and free on-site private parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Robert
United States United States
“Perfect location in the middle of town with easy access to dining, shops, buses, and tourist attractions. There is an excellent bar right on the property and a pretty garden view from the breakfast room. Hotel was clean, quiet and had nice views...”
Paul
United States United States
“Our visit to the Orkneys on our adventure through Scotland wasn't planned, but with a last minute booking we were lucky enough to be able to spend a couple nights at the wonderful Orkney Hotel! This historic inn far exceeded our expectations. We...”
Jerome
United States United States
“Clean. Good water pressure. Comfortable beds. Great location”
Gretchen
United States United States
“The staff was helpful and friendly. From check in to breakfast we were given suggestions of places to visit and all service with a smile.”
Jonathan
United States United States
“Excellent service, great food especially our dinner where I had venison stew and my wife had curry. Great location close to everything. Good parking.”
Ankur
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Orkney hotel is well situated in the heart of Kirkwall, right next to St. Magnus Cathedral and near to the town centre. Staff was warm, friendly and hospitable and even though the check-in was late at midnite, night manager was on guard to provide...”
Alan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very central good value for the location staff were helpful”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfast was beautiful good product well cooked”
Campbell
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean and comfortable Public rooms and spaces had character Breakfast was good quality and very tasty”
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Central location , hearty breakfast, very accommodating about leaving luggage whilst waiting for ferry, great bar”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Garden View Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Orkney Hotel

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Orkney Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
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.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Orkney Hotel 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.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

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 coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

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.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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