About this property
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. A short walk from the town’s main shopping area, this 4 star hotel provides free Wi-Fi and free parking. Each room at The Kirkwall Hotel has en suite bathroom facilities with shower or bath, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities. A freshly cooked breakfast includes local butchers’ sausages, haggis, black pudding, free-range eggs and locally baked bread. The Harbour View Restaurant serves extensive menus showcasing the local produce of the island, and Skippers Bar provides a relaxed setting to enjoy Orkney ales or whiskies by the waterside. Kirkwall’s attractions include the Orkney Museum and the 12th-century Saint Magnus Cathedral. The town’s Pickaquoy leisure centre and cinema is around 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Sustainability
Green Tourism
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Vanessa
United Kingdom“Very comfortable beds and bathroom great. Property very clean but also full of character and charm. Staff all very pleasant and helpful.” - Murty United Kingdom“The Kirkwall Hotel is in a lovely and accessible area right on the harbour and next to the main high street. The bedroom and bathroom were very clean and comfortable and the border biscuite and cafetiere are a nice touch. The overhead shower is...”
- Stefan
Switzerland“Clean and specious room Friendly and helpful staff Excellent located Good food” - Elsa United Kingdom“Friendly staff, great location, impressive building, comfortable and clean. Nice touches with local quality furnishings.”
- Simon United Kingdom“Fab location on the harbour front and near all the shops and transport links. The bed is one of the most comfortable I’ve had in a hotel in a long time. Staff were friendly.”
- Andy United Kingdom“Fantastic location on the seafront. Really friendly person on reception. Large room with tea/coffee making facilities. Lots of interesting photos/mementos everywhere.”
- Musi United Kingdom“Lovely staff my work finished early and they offered me somewhere comfortable to sit and wait before my ferry. They also gave me advice on places to see.”
- Satoshi
Australia“I liked the location. The ancient lift was great!!” - Faye United Kingdom“The staff were very welcoming The room was bright and beautiful view. Lovely big bath”
Richard
New Zealand“Good restaurant, handy location, easy parking, close to wharf and view.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that this hotel does not accept American Express credit cards.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
