29A Victoria Street, Orkney, KW15 1DN, United Kingdom
#8 of 29 vacation rentals in Orkney
Guests' ChoiceBased on 62 apartment reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.1
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
6.6
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Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Lyn
United KingdomClean, great location, great communication from the host who was very accommodating which we appreciated very much. We will be back. Free car park, supermarkets and the main shopping street are all within walking distance. Lots of extras like toiletries, cleaning products & toilet roll provided which certainly doesn’t happen in most self catering properties. It’s a loft so there are stairs but the clue is in the name. We are 59 & 69 and we managed just fine.
Perfect Location with everything provided for a comfortable stay. Great host and great value for money. We had an absolutely fantastic time here. Orkney is an amazing place.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 6, 2025
Stephen
United KingdomThere was nothing I really didn't like, possibly a tea towel and hand towel for the kitchen, there was coffee and sugar in canisters that had solidified.
Good location for access to Supermarkets, shops etc,I liked having a kitchen available for cooking my own food,a smart television available, a short walk to the bus station.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: June 27, 2025
William
AustraliaI was not able to access my emails on the day which gave the information about the change of pin number for the key, fortunately a kind neighbour let me use their wifi and the problem was solved.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 11, 2025
Claire
United KingdomGood location, comfortable and elegant apartment. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 4, 2025
Lynn
United KingdomAll good
Central location- great wee flat. Nice quiet location
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 1, 2025
Sue
AustraliaGreat location, nice little unit, good facilities
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 28, 2025
Annmarie
AustraliaWas unable to connect to wifi . Password was given but unable to find the network . Narrow stairs could be a problem if mobility problems or traveling with large luggage .
Nice apartment with separate kitchen and lounge area. Close to everything , including Orkney Hotel , good Italian restaurant Lucano
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 1, 2025
Callum
United KingdomPerfect cosy base for exploring Orkney right in the heart of Kirkwall!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 19, 2025
Julie
United KingdomThe grass area outside the front door was littered with debris including a toilet seat so not particularly encouraging as a first impression. Parking is quite a way from the flat but once familiar with the alleyways became easier.
The owner was very helpful and gave us an early check in. The bed was comfortable and the property is right in the centre of the town.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: January 30, 2025
Emma
United KingdomCouldn’t have been better. I would stay again but the price is a little high in the busier seasons for my travelling for work purposes.
So convenient, in town and close to airport bus drop off. Handy for shopping for groceries Very warm and cosy
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: January 21, 2025
Clarke
United KingdomThe main door to enter the apartment could benefit from a handle on the inside to help close it easily. Apart from that everything was great.
Very comfy and great location. Great host.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: December 8, 2024
Maxien
AustraliaCozy Loft is convenient (on foot), to everything in Kirkwall and there is a car park within a couple of minutes from the accommodation The loft apartment had everything needed to create a warm & comfortable base from which to explore Orkney. The owners were accommodating and quick to respond to our questions. We loved everything about it.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: November 18, 2024
Emma
United KingdomIron needs replaced
Location - just off the Main Street, close to everything. Well equipped, the flat is comfortable and warm.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 27, 2024
Bruce
CanadaAside from the slightly dated decor, the only other inconvenience was the ability to close the main door to the apartment. There is no handle to pull against - only the lock mechanism itself and this is awkward. A handle would ensure the door can be firmly closed.
Good central location, just of one of Kirkwall’s main streets. Access from the side alley was a little dark but otherwise easy to find. Spacious enough place for one or two. Bedroom was comfortable, living room a little less modern. Bathroom and kitchen worked well - as usual for UK apartment a litany of switches for showers and ‘boosts’, switches to turn stoves on you name it. It would be neat to have them all labelled..
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 2, 2024
Seabrook
AustraliaAbsolutely nothing, I liked everything about the cozy loft.
This was a wonderful place to stay. The flat is so well set out, with everything you could need. The location was perfect and long stay parking was easy to find on one of the main streets near by. Evie was lovely; she responded quickly to a minor query I had. Staying here prompted me to cancel our hotel booking for the next part of our journey and search out a flat, we enjoyed the space so much.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 29, 2024
Hendrik
NetherlandsThe double bed was a bit small.
Great location - in the centre of Kirkwall but very quiet. Nice, spacious apartment. Easy access and good communication (via e-mail) with host.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 12, 2024
Waimarie
AustraliaExcellent location, perfect for a short trip
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 4, 2024
Robert
United StatesNothing, it was all perfect! Although, if there is someone traveling that has limited mobility, the stairs might be a problem.
Everything was great! The location is a very short walk from the city center, the apartment was spotless and well cared for. We had some issues with our arrival and departure and our hostess was super helpful in helping us to make everything work out.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 24, 2024
Joy
United KingdomNothing we didn;t like
Location was good, central. Apartment was lovely, cosy and everything we need.
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: August 16, 2024
Robert
United StatesLocation could not have been better. Easiest arrival I have had. Just watch your head, it is a loft.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: July 22, 2024
Grant
United StatesEverything was great
The loft was very spacious and well set up . The location was incredible. Easy access to everything in Kirkwall as well as the whole island .
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: May 9, 2024
Chronis
GreeceIt has no closet to hang and to placecloths
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 1, 2024
Julia
United KingdomI had difficulty with the shower operation. The on-off switch was not obvious to me - a note in the folder about the flat would remedy this problem.
N/A no breakfast included. Easy to find food & snacks close by.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Pedro
SpainEverything! They were so nice that I really felt at home. I’m the kind of guess that normally doesn’t write down this reviews, but this time it’s more than deserved
Stayed in March 2024
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