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West End Guest House
Hotel in Kirkwall
West End Guest House is set in Kirkwall, 0.7 mi from Highland Park Distillery. Free private parking is available onsite. Certain rooms feature a seating area for your convenience.
Dominique
France
Brekfast was great
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
418 reviews
Price from$163.52per night
The Shore
Hotel in Kirkwall
Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.2 mi from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.
Deborah
United States of America
We were a group of adult women staying in Kirkwall. We had one of the family rooms that worked out really well for us. Shower and amenities were good and perfect location for strolling around beautiful Kirkwall.
6.5
Scored 6.5
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
262 reviews
Price from$201.26per night
Albert Hotel
Hotel in Kirkwall
Located in Kirkwall and within 10 miles of Maeshowe, Albert Hotel features a bar, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. This 3-star hotel offers room service.
corinne
United States of America
hotel was understaffed. and slow. Food was ok. coffee maker was broken
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
165 reviews
Price from$298.74per night
Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments
Hotel in Kirkwall
Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbor. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi.
John
United Kingdom
Great location , comfortable rooms and good value for money breakfast using quality produce
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
611 reviews
Price from$106.92per night
The Kirkwall Hotel
Hotel in Kirkwall
Looking out across the harbor of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish rooms with attached bathroom.
Andrew
United States of America
Excellent location and atmosphere. Incredibly pet friendly.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
478 reviews
Price from$222.64per night
Ardconnel Bed and Breakfast
Kirkwall
Offering sea views, Ardconnel Bed and Breakfast in Kirkwall features accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, bicycle parking, and free Wifi.
Eppers
United States of America
Friendly hostess, good food, comfortable.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
328 reviews
Price from$163.52per night
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
Located just 13 minutes’ from St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall Youth Hostel offers free onsite parking and a self-catering kitchen.
Ibarra
United States of America
Great place to overnight a few days. Loved that you can cook your own food. Located just minutes from the city center.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
379 reviews
Price from$101.89per night
Sanderlay Guest House
Kirkwall
Sanderlay Guest House in Kirkwall provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. This guest house offers free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi.
Erin
United States of America
Room was spacious, clean, and very comfortable.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
427 reviews
Price from$148.43per night
Waterfront House
Orkney (Near Kirkwall)
Waterfront House in Finstown provides adults-only accommodations with a private beach area and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking.
Warren
United States of America
Beautiful, stylish house right on the water. Comfortable beds, lots of pillows, deep soft carpets, breakfast area with free food, mini fridge with free drinks including beer, free snacks, double jetted tub, very private, friendly helpful hosts and much more.
9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
75 reviews
Price from$220.12per night
Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F
Orkney (Near Kirkwall)
Featuring a garden, Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F provides accommodations in Orkney. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.
10
Scored 10
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
8 reviews
Price from$163.52per night
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6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 262 reviews
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What Guests Said About Kirkwall:
- 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 Back
CharlesUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
Kirkwall is a beautiful little city.
Kirkwall is a beautiful little city. I came for the incredible Neolithic history and to search for family ties in the area. There are many jewelry shops as well as artists studios and tweed or wool shops. The museum is also fantastic. It’s a fibre artist’s dream.
LisaCanada - 6.0Scored 6.0
I would not stay at this hotel again out of choice .
I would not stay at this hotel again out of choice . We visited a restaurant out of town for a meal and it was superb. I then read the reviews for this restaurant with rooms which was in a beautiful location with lovely views and they were excellent also far cheaper. The restaurant was the Foveran and I would thoroughly recommend it. Also visited the Italian chapel and the site of the discovery of a 3000 year old settlement both of which are a must to see. I played golf at the Kirkwall golf club very friendly and welcoming although totally self booked with honesty box available .
sueUnited Kingdom
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- From $238.99 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 611 reviewsBreakfast was fine, there were numerous hot and cold choices. There was one staff member who clearly stood out compared to my interactions after hundreds of business and vacation trips. She worked the reception desk, served as restaurant hostess, waited tables in the restaurant. She was at the top of her game in all her responsibilities but regretfully, I failed to obtain her name. She was very, very helpful and helped to make our stay even better. We have rebooked for 2024!
AlanUnited States of America - 9.9Scored 9.9ExceptionalRated exceptional· 36 reviewsWe’ve traveled and stayed in many places all over. This flat was fantastic! It was immaculately clean, comfortable, well stocked, and the owners were incredibly responsive and helpful. We will definitely stay again. Great location, within walking distance to the main area of Kirkwall. Right next to the beautiful cathedral.MelissaUnited States of America
- 9.3Scored 9.3WonderfulRated wonderful· 21 reviewsThe house was lovely and had everything we needed. A home away from home. Great location, very central and just what we needed for visiting family. Loved the little touches like the blankets, hairdryer, menus in the kitchen etc, and having a washing machine to use was amazing.
NatalieUnited Kingdom - 9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 232 reviewsThe breakfast was fresh and the selection was good and loved the local produce. The hosts were just so lovely and gave us good advice, the guest room was amazing. We hope to come back. Kirkwall was amazing to visit and our 3 days in Orkney were just fantastic.ArinaUnited Kingdom
- From $201.26 per night6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 262 reviewsThe Kirkwall hotel has been renovated to a lovely standard. Very tastefully done. The staff were all really helpful, friendly and professional. Breakfast was really good, served in the dining room and their Covid system of pre ordering worked really well.
SheilaUnited Kingdom - From $148.43 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 427 reviewsGreat guest house a short walk from downtown Kirkwall. This is an ideal base to see everything Mainland Orkney has to offer. We walked to Kirkwall and the Highland Park distillery from here. Breakfast was very good, and the rooms were comfortable.
HarryUnited States of America - 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 209 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
- 8.9Scored 8.9ExcellentRated excellent· 33 reviewsIt was a clean and very comfortable place to stay (for 6 nights). Great location in the lovely and interesting Conservation Area of Kirkwall with lots of local shops as well as Tesco, Lidl and Co-op within easy walking distance.AAnonymousUnited Kingdom
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 59 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
- 9.7Scored 9.7ExceptionalRated exceptional· 56 reviewsA home from home in the centre of Kirkwall. The owners have thought of everything, including extra toiletries, lovely welcoming hamper and a permit for parking our car directly outside the property.
RobertUnited Kingdom - 7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 224 reviewsThe location was an excellent place to explore the Orkneys. The hotel was clean and the staff very friendly. The breakfast was good - just order what you want when you sit down.
Adrian SE LondonUnited Kingdom - 9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 232 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
- From $201.26 per night6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 262 reviewsabsolutely brilliant place, linked with the Kirkwall hotel next door. excellent facilities, lovely staff and the food is amazingKathrynUnited Kingdom
- From $238.99 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 611 reviewsGreat location, very friendly and generous staff, and a comfortable room. Will definitely stay again if back in Kirkwall.RosieUnited Kingdom
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 137 reviewsThis property was in a great location within Kirkwall. The house was spotless and of a high specification.DianaUnited Kingdom
- 9.8Scored 9.8ExceptionalRated exceptional· 17 reviewsCentral position in Kirkwall Comfortable bedrooms Clean and well equippedDavidUnited Kingdom
- From $377.36 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 478 reviewsQuaint room. Freshly renovated. Modern decor. Lovely hotel.DelagorgendiereCanada
- 9.5Scored 9.5ExceptionalRated exceptional· 137 reviewsGreat place, right in the heart of Kirkwall.AntranigAustralia
- From $377.36 per night8.3Scored 8.3Very GoodRated very good· 478 reviewsbeautiful remodel of a historic hotelSusanUnited States of America
- 9.1Scored 9.1WonderfulRated wonderful· 181 reviewshistory and hospitalityEdwardUnited States of America
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