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.
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.
Delagorgendiere
Canada
Quaint room. Freshly renovated. Modern decor. Lovely hotel.
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.
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.
Julian
United Kingdom
Great hotel, helpful staff, good food, excellent access to the centre fo Kirkwall and the inter island ferries. Large clean and comfortable room, very good indeed, would stay here again.
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.
Andy
United Kingdom
The breakfast was brilliant. the location was good little bit out of town centre but still in a good location
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.
merrybawz
United Kingdom
Lovely, clean, great cooked breakfasts, and near enough to walk into town. The staff were friendly and helpful. I'd seen some negative reviews and I'm glad I chose to ignore them. I would gladly stay here again.
Boasting a private beach area and views of sea, Waterfront House is a guest house set in a historic building in Finstown, 5.7 km from Maeshowe.
Johnson
United States
While not being a traditional BnB, the breakfast options were ample. We were on the move early both days so we wanted to grab and go anyway.
We were also late getting into Orkney that evening on the late ferry from Shetland, We didn't arrive at Waterfront House until after 11pm but the owners met us anyway and they were very pleasant and hospitable, despite the late hour. Good communications with them too.
Situated in Orkney, 15 km from Maeshowe and 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F offers a garden and air conditioning.
Karen
United Kingdom
Verry clean, great facilities and and very good communication with the owner.
Fly direct to Kirkwall Airport from UK cities including Aberdeen (1 hour), Edinburgh (1.5 hours), and Glasgow (1.5 hours). International travellers can connect via these cities. Alternatively, take a ferry from Aberdeen (6 hours) or John O'Groats (1.5 hours).
The most convenient airport for both domestic and international travellers is Kirkwall Airport, located just 4.8 kilometres from Kirkwall city centre. It offers direct flights from major UK airports and connections for international travellers.
Kirkwall, UK, offers various public transport options. Stagecoach Orkney operates regular bus services around the city and to nearby towns. Taxis are readily available, and car hire services exist for more flexibility. Cycling is viable due to the city's compact size. Walking is also feasible, particularly within the city centre.
The best area to stay in Kirkwall, UK, is the city centre, known for its proximity to historical sites like St. Magnus Cathedral and the Earl's Palace, and a variety of shops and restaurants.
What guests said about Kirkwall:
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Scored 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
Willie
United Kingdom
10
Scored 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.
Milena
United Kingdom
10
Scored 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
Charles
United Kingdom
10
Scored 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.
Lisa
Canada
6.0
Scored 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 .
sue
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
It is a small, clean quiet town with some good restaurants...
It is a small, clean quiet town with some good restaurants and things to see like St Magnus Cathedral and the town museum. It is a good base to visit Scapa Flow, Stromness, the various assorted standing stones and the neolithic ruins at Scara Brae - how you do it is up to you but we took a tour, you could hire a car, you could ride bikes. You can hire wheels if one of you needs assistance when walking. But if you want to island hop then consult the local travel centre well in advance as the ferry time tables are tricky - or do it on your first day, And be aware that some places close Saturday and Sunday and not all stay open late - book your restaurants. They seem to stop serving by 9pm so think of eating probably from 6pm to about 8pm. They take bookings. Taxis are easily hired - phone for one - you will need to take a taxi to the Highland Park Distillery and you MUST book your tour there in advance - just turning up doesn't get you in.
The location to town is really convenient, just a quick walk in to Kirkwall. Very nice to have a dedicated parking area too. The new owner/manager Andy was so very helpful and friendly, easy check in. All of the breakfast staff were super friendly and efficient, breakfasts were really nice as was being able to make your choices the night before. Room was very clean and well stocked, the entire hotel smells clean whenever you enter.
The staff was lovely, and very friendly and helpful. Room and bathroom were very nice. The hotel is old and charming. The location was excellent, right on the waterfront, and walking distance to all of the town. I only had a simple lunch from the restaurant but it was good.
Couldn’t be beaten for convenience: just a few steps from the shops and really handy for everything else in Kirkwall. Plus it has its own parking place right outside. Yet it was quiet too. The house was a lot bigger than I expected, nicely presented and well equipped.
Location was the primary reason I booked this hotel, as we were coming off of the ferry late at night. Our room was ready for us, and everything was beautifully seamless! The night staff were so helpful - we were even able to do some laundry there.
Excellent place to stay even more than one night. The room was really spacious with sofa, TV, small kitchen table, and Kitchen! Breakfast was good, probably the best in this trip so far including all the hotels (got also porridge which was nice).
It 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.
Stacey is a very kind and attentive host, who made us feel welcome and at home throughout our stay. The room is comfortable and in an excellent location, situated at only a short walk away from Kirkwall town centre.
Hazel 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.
The style and decoration of the hotel were lovely and useful. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was very clean. The staff was very thoughtful and kind.
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