About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Orcades Hostel in Kirkwall offers family rooms with private bathrooms, carpeted floors, and TVs. Each room includes a refrigerator, electric kettle, and hairdryer. Modern Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Convenient Location: Located 6 km from Kirkwall Airport, the hostel is near Scapa Beach (3 km), Maeshowe (15 km), and Skara Brae (27 km). Water sports are available in the surroundings. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its kitchen, room comfort, and cleanliness.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Eduardo
United Kingdom“The room was very cozy and clean. The location was just perfect to explore Kirkwall and beyond”- William United Kingdom“Ensuite room. Clean. Good communal kitchen. Very good for a hostel.”
- Maxime
France“Amazing place, amazing staff, very clean, a lot of amenities, fully functionnal kitchen” - David United Kingdom“Spacious, decent value and an easy walk into Kirkwall”
- Taoren United Kingdom“Great place, small but have everything, probably one of the best stays at Kirkwall for multiple persons”
- Lukas
Czech Republic“I fell in love with Orkney. The hostel is well situated near the centre and also three supermarkets (Tesco, Lidl, Coop). Its strategic position offers a great starting point for sightseeing tours of the islands. It also offers parking places for...” - Margaret United Kingdom“It is conveniently located with a path to the three major supermarkets. It is beside the Pickaquoy Centre and sports fields. It’s good value for money. It’s very clean although there were annoying handprints on the window!”
- Pol United Kingdom“Dont be put off by the Hostel title, this place is on par with a 3star hitel. The welcome and keyless door entry system were great. Building was ideally located. Inside was bright, warm and welcoming. The room I had was very well equipped....”
- Christine United Kingdom“Did not have breakfast but the price was cheaper and much much better room than other nearby hotels”
- Iain United Kingdom“A little bit cramped in hallways, lots of fire doors.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Orcades Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
