14 Main Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1BU, United Kingdom
#6 of 8 hotels in Kirkwall
Guests' ChoiceBased on 361 hotel reviews
7.8Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.0
Facilities
7.6
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.8
Free WiFi
9.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 17 May 2024
Jamie
United KingdomThere is no getting around the fact that the hotel is pretty basic. The facilities are old BUT they are very well maintained and very clear. The hotel owner is clearly actively doing maintinance to maintain good standards.
For un "unmanned hotel" I seen the owner more often that most manned hotels. Andrew was lovely, constantly helpful and always trying to assist. The hotel was clean, well maintained and comfotable enough. The location is PERFECT for a night out or in my case doing work on the mainstreet with everything within walking distance. There is parking for a car and plenty of restaurants nearby.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 15 May 2024
Adam
United KingdomNothing.
Comfy room. Great breakfast. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Lovely stay.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
George
United KingdomThe shower was very poor.
The staff were very helpful. Nice, quiet location. Room was well laid out and bed very comfortable. Good facilities in the room. Lovely breakfast, served quickly.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Parr
United KingdomLots of stairs from private parking
Location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Andy
United Kingdomwould be nice if there was a day room where people could sit and have a brew in the evening and chat with other guests and swap story's
The breakfast was brilliant. the location was good little bit out of town centre but still in a good location
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Patricia
United KingdomBreakfast was freshly cooked with locally sourced foods and delicious. Enjoyed the warmth of the lovely soft blanket as the room was cold and the heater didn’t seem to work.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Alison
United KingdomIt was unfortunate that I was needing to leave very early for my return ferry. I would not expect a cooked breakfast before 8pm off-season but would have liked the opportunity to have access to cereal in my room or similar small carryout breakfast. An alternative tariff for bed only might be considered?
Location is good. The room and general area were very clean and newly decorated. There was everything in the room that would normally be expected.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Karen
United KingdomNo lounge to sit in during the evening.
Super central location. Lovely staff. Breakfast was fantastic and the lady serving was super friendly. Enjoyed chatting to her. Reception staff v helpful too, our morning ferry home was cancelled, the lady at reception made sure we had their number to call and said we were welcome to use the same room if necessary. Most helpful and reassuring.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Jean
FranceExcellent location just in the center. Private parking available and convenient.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Liz
United KingdomGood central location. Good breakfast.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Mehdi
United KingdomNothing
Very central location
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 October 2023
Geoff
United KingdomVery old building floors aren't level so beds aren't are bed you couldn't sleep it wouldn't they much to level beds
Good access to Kirkwall
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Lucy
United KingdomThe room and bathroom were very dated, and the shower wasn’t very powerful, the hot water tap was boiling hot and hard to turn off.
Check-in was very efficient and easy, breakfast was good and the location was ideal.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Maurice
United KingdomFacilities a bit basic but generally OK
Good cooked breakfast - very friendly service
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 24 September 2023
Richard
CanadaThe building is gradually being renovated, so some paint and wallpaper were a bit tired, but in a couple.of years it will be a real gem.
Breakfast was good, staff friendly and helpful, as was the owner Andy. Location was perfect for walking into Kirkwall for dinner and for visiting the island.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Lesley
United KingdomNo real negatives
Great location, good value for money and excellent breakfast
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Colin
United KingdomAll good
Perfect for a short stay . Great parking for 2 motorcycles in front of property. Great breakfast 😋
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Jane
United KingdomFor the price and the busy time of year I can't fault it. It's a small economical room in a perfect spot. what's not to like?
The little single room is perfect for a short stay in which I was mostly out and about. This was my second time staying here and it won't be my last. The location is perfect, the staff are lovely, and it's great value. Also, the car park is a bonus because I hire a car when I come to Orkney. I hope to see you next year!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Rodney
AustraliaWould be nice to have toiletries other than shower gel.
Good sized room, handy to town.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 15 August 2023
Margaret
United KingdomIt is impersonal as the only person you meet is the breakfast waitress.
The location is excellent and the street is very quiet. The bedroom was well appointed and comfortable. The breakfast waitress was welcoming and helpful.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 12 August 2023
Susan
United KingdomBedroom window didn’t open
Location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Emil
DenmarkThe room was kind of small - and the were no where to comfortably sit
Nice central location, easy access with lock boxes and great breakfast
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Hilary
United KingdomEverything. Lovely room, staff and great breakfast.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 August 2023
Robert
United Kingdomshower cubicle very small, otherwise everything was fine.
very good breakfast, information, ease of access,
Stayed in August 2023
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