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West End Guest House
Hotel in Kirkwall
West End Guest House is set in Kirkwall, 1.2 km from Highland Park Distillery. Free private parking is available onsite. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience.
Nick
United Kingdom
The staff were very friendly and helpful. I was grateful for the slightly later check out time which meant that I could get to parkrun and then shower afterwards. I liked the style and decor of the rooms and around the hotel - clean and simple.
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
429 reviews
Price from€ 151.78per night
The Kirkwall Hotel
Hotel in Kirkwall
Looking out across the harbour of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish en suite rooms.
John
United Kingdom
Nice restaurant and bar. Super friendly staff. Room appeared recently refurbished.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
478 reviews
Price from€ 200.02per night
The Shore
Hotel in Kirkwall
Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.9 km from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.
Evison
United Kingdom
Spacious bright room, great breakfast, ideal location
6.6
Scored 6.6
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
277 reviews
Price from€ 188.26per night
Albert Hotel
Hotel in Kirkwall
Located in Kirkwall and within 16 km of Maeshowe, Albert Hotel features a bar, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. This 3-star hotel offers room service.
Lesley
United Kingdom
rooms my guests had were excellent
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
173 reviews
Price from€ 279.44per night
Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments
Hotel in Kirkwall
Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbour. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi.
sandra
Canada
Very nice apartment. Things were clean. Easy access to town and shopping.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
638 reviews
Price from€ 100.01per night
Karrawa Guest House
Kirkwall
Karrawa Guest House is set in the town of Kirkwall, less than 1 mile from the town centre and within 2.5 miles of the airport and ferry terminal.
Sarah
United Kingdom
The staff were lovely, food was excellent. The property was clean, well cared for. It is the perfect balance between being close to town while also being away from the hustle and bustle. A lovely view as well.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
132 reviews
Price from€ 161.02per night
Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
Grainbank Mews, a property with a garden, is set in Kirkwall, 16 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 18 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Ness of Brogdar.
Natasha
Australia
Lovely premises. Beautiful and newly renovated. Luxury bathroom. Nice breakfast area.
9.9
Scored 9.9
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
7 reviews
Price from€ 167.08per night
Orcades Hostel
Kirkwall
Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Orcades Hostel is located in Kirkwall. The units in the hostel are equipped with a TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower.
Christine
United Kingdom
Easy check in
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
391 reviews
Price from€ 91.78per night
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
Situated just 13 minutes’ from St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall Youth Hostel offers free onsite parking and a self-catering kitchen.
Kerryn
Australia
Everything was clean and comfortable. Entry was easy and communicated well. A great hostel.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
424 reviews
Price from€ 71.77per night
Sanderlay Guest House
Kirkwall
Sanderlay Guest House, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is set in Kirkwall, 17 km from Maeshowe, 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, as well as 20 km from Ring of Brogdar.
Gary
United Kingdom
Lovely breakfast
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
448 reviews
Price from€ 138.84per night
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- 8.0Scored 8.0
My visit was very short.
My visit was very short. I went to connect with neolithic and nordic Orkney, mainly the stone circles, and with the beauty of Yesnaby. I was also blessed to be able to cross over to the Broch of Birsay. I left filled with awe and wonder. Sooo much beauty! The ring of Brodgar is magnificent. I highly recommend visiting Maeshowe. That was an unexpected treat. I did not have time to enjoy Kirkwall. I wanted to visit St. Magnus cathedral and see the Ness of Brodgar excavation findings in the museum. I didn't even have time to eat. I also wanted to visit Stromness. Next time! Orcadians are wonderful people. Incredibly friendly. Loved it all. Since I was flying in and the following day out of Kirkwall and the car rental company was also in Kirkwall it made sense to book accomodation in that town.SandraMexico - 10Scored 10
Kirkwall caters well for its visitors with an array of...
Kirkwall caters well for its visitors with an array of quality shops selling a range of local products. The coffee shops are close by and coffee is tasty. There a lot of things to see as you wander through the town. The Cathedral dominates the town and is full of history alongside the bishops and earls house. However there is so much more to explore outwith Kirkwall if you are interested in Neolithic structures, naval warfare history or the wonderful sights of nature.
NiallUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
A visit to Kirkwall Church is beautiful & full of history...
A visit to Kirkwall Church is beautiful & full of history the place is so calming when you enter those huge church doors. This is my 2nd visit Orkney loved it. They have quaint streets dating back to 1200's or more but with the Lidl, Tesco + Co-op supermarkets you can get all you need at these stores. We went to excellent restaurant The Ayre Hotel for fish & chips + seafood platter it was excellent + staff were excellent very friendly we are from Catering too it was great good !! We decided to fly this time it was fantastic there in an hour Loganair excellent staff Kirkwall Airport is so cute excellent facilities for travellers lovely cafe & toilets + the staff were excellent special mention to Heather in the Cafe very friendly the scenery taking off from this cute airport was amazing beautiful scenery no wonder Lorraine Kelly loves Orkney too we do too 😀😁😊☺
MaryUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Kirkwall has everything for a relaxed holiday.
Kirkwall has everything for a relaxed holiday. Lots to see food is excellent Roads are very good driver behavior is excellent . Local residents are very friendly and helpful. The Cathedral is fascinating , would have loved to hear the organ being played during the afternoons
WillieUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
A place combining plenty of history of different periods (we...
A place combining plenty of history of different periods (we went on a fantastic trike trip (https://orkneytriketours.co.uk/) - great experience, visiting the Italian Chapel, standing stones and Scara Brae. The town itself has a 12-century cathedral, historical ruins, and museums, including the wireless communications museum, which was created and is being run by enthusiasts. There are also different daily art groups at Gallery 25 (https://www.facebook.com/Number25Kirkwall/?locale=en_GB) which we enjoyed joining. And the local English is very melodic - it is a pleasure listening to it! I can't say we discovered the fantastic seafood, but there is a lovely shop, The Brig Larder (https://www.jollysoforkney.co.uk/pages/the-brig-larder, one can also order local delicacies to be delivered) - again with lovely staff and a good selection of locally sourced dairy, cheese, seafood and preserves.MilenaUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
The people of Kirkwall & surrounding areas were so helpful...
The people of Kirkwall & surrounding areas were so helpful and friendly we used Kirkwall as a base and hired a car to visit all the historical and beautiful scenery throughout the Islands of Orkney. We Definitely will be BackCharlesUnited Kingdom
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- 8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 477 reviewsThe hotel is atmospheric and very centrally located while being on the seaside. It is a short walk to ferries and buses and also to the cathedral and museums in Kirkwall. We loved the more spacious room 102 (although being just over a bar is not the best location for a Friday night - unless you are in the bar at that time as well :) This was a navy headquarters building so plenty of objects reminding of the past. The reception and restaurant staff are lovely and also very helpful.MilenaUnited Kingdom
- From € 194.14 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 429 reviewsThe location of the hotel was perfect. We were close to the main street and could walk easily to St. Magnus Church, the Bishop's Castle and many nice restaurants. The WEGH also served a hearty, delicious breakfast. Our room was cozy, the bed was very comfortable and the staff were so friendly. They even have a car park. And they let us leave our bags there after check-out so we could enjoy Kirkwall more before our departure.
NaudaneUnited States - 8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 448 reviewsI first met that group of friends only on Saturday 4th May and we departed Edinburgh at 07.30 to reach Kirkwall via a night in Inverness. I was amazed on arrival to see that I had a private bathroom available to me along with extended facilities within my room (microwave, mini hob, toaster and a dressing gown in a closet). The price for the two night stay looked remarkably good compared to one night in Edinburgh or Inverness.
ANTHONYUnited Kingdom - 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 47 reviewsThe apartment is within easy walking distance of everything you need in Kirkwall, from the supermarkets to the Earl's Palace to the restaurants and the ferry to the northern isles. The kitchen is very well equipped and it's a good hob, and tea, coffee, and milk is provided. Communication with David was excellent beforehand, too.NickUnited Kingdom
- From € 279.44 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 173 reviewsBreakfast was great. Location was coinvent to shopping and local restaurants. Parking was a little hard. Public car park nearby, but had to get free ticket every hour till 5PM, then free all night. Out the next morning. Small town and able to get our clothes washed in a nearby laundromat.WilliamUnited States
- 9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 56 reviewsDonald was very helpful and even picked us up from the airport. The property is in the centre of Kirkwall but not noisy. Having a parking pass and a space right outside the house was a bonus. Nice surprise to get the breakfast hamper.JoannaUnited Kingdom
- 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 206 reviewsProbably one of the best B&Bs I have ever stayed in. The room was spacious, the bed was soft and comfortable, and the owner prepared us a packed breakfast because we had an early boat. Next time in Kirkwall that's where I'll book again!AnnalisaNetherlands
- From € 229.44 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 638 reviewsIn the apartments we had access to a fridge, sitting room, and a mini kitchen making it possible to cook in the room. The restaurant has great food, and the staff is friendly. The location is great, because it is very central.AnneUnited States
- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 53 reviewsEvery thing was perfect at this hotel doing north coast 500 with a detour to Kirkwall out of our 11 night tour this was defiantly the best. The Host was very friendly and breakfast was also very good.Jane BrownUnited Kingdom
- 9.6Scored 9.6ExceptionalRated exceptional· 57 reviewsHazel was a great host, very helpful and kind. The apartment was new and nicely decorated. Location was great, easy walks to grocery store and some restaurants. Located in a quiet area.GeneUnited States
- 7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 291 reviewsThe Hotel is perfectly situated on the beachfront at Kirkwall. Breakfast was excellent! Huge full Scottish! The Ola also has a great bar which is usually full and vibrant at the weekend!MooreUnited Kingdom
- 9.1Scored 9.1SuperbRated superb· 47 reviewsGreat location for travel to Neolithic sites (the main purpose of our visit) as well as local sights, groceries and restaurants. Good basic accommodation and value for money.ElizabethCanada
- 9.4Scored 9.4SuperbRated superb· 241 reviewsThe manager Mr.Nicky is a very very nice guy. The breakfast is good and the room is perfectly clean. This B&B is even much better than the hotels in Kirkwall.ZihuaHong Kong
- 6.6Scored 6.6PleasantRated pleasant· 277 reviewsThe Kirkwall Hotel that own this provided very good breakfasts. The staff were friendly and helpful. Shame about the rest.
PeterUnited Kingdom - 7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 291 reviewsThe hotel is located on the harbor, with a great view and within easy walking of shops and restaurantsJulieUnited States
- 8.3Scored 8.3Very goodRated very good· 477 reviewsThe room we stayed in had the most unusual and amazing bathroom I’ve ever seen in a hotel.LLauraUnited States
- 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 17 reviewsCentral position in Kirkwall Comfortable bedrooms Clean and well equipped
DavidUnited Kingdom - 8.5Scored 8.5Very goodRated very good· 448 reviewsThe breakfast was exceptional. the location handy for all things KirkwallGrahamUnited Kingdom
- 7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 234 reviewsHotel is INE block from cathedral snd sea front - quiet and convenient
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