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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.

Brekfast was great
7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
419 reviews
Price from$162.60per 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.

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
264 reviews
Price from$200.12per 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.

hotel was understaffed. and slow. Food was ok. coffee maker was broken
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
166 reviews
Price from$297.05per 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.

Excellent location and atmosphere. Incredibly pet friendly.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
479 reviews
Price from$222.63per night
Karrawa Guest House, hotel in Kirkwall

Karrawa Guest House is set in the town of Kirkwall, less than 1 mile from the town center and within 2.5 miles of the airport and ferry terminal.

Clean room, good breakfast, friendly owner.
9.3
Scored 9.3
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
128 reviews
Price from$159.47per night
Kirkwall Youth Hostel, hotel in Kirkwall

Located just 13 minutes’ from St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall Youth Hostel offers free onsite parking and a self-catering kitchen.

Calvin was cordial and very helpful.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
385 reviews
Price from$101.31per night
Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F, hotel in 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$162.60per night
Self catering. Maydene. Holm. Orkney, Scotland., hotel in Kirkwall

A recently renovated apartment, Self catering. Maydene. Holm. Orkney, Scotland. Offers accommodations in Nether Button. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

The location was great, central to both ferries. The property was fresh and new, very clean. There was everything we needed at the property, from towels to information regarding the area, to breakfast food for our first morning.
9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
66 reviews
Price from$84.43per night
Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub, hotel in Kirkwall

Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub provides a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 1.2 miles of Scapa Beach and 10 miles of Maeshowe.

Sarah was an absolute life saver! She helped us find a rental car when none were available at the airport. On top of that, the place is fantastic. Great location, lovely home, hot tub is a delight.
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
19 reviews
Price from$327.70per night
Smithfield Hotel, hotel in Kirkwall

Located on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Hotel offers 3-star accommodations with free parking, a bar, and a restaurant. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

We had a tire that was leaking air. They had a friend who has a car repair business on their personal property - that person identified a small leak on the tire sidewall, so the tire would need to be replaced. The Smithfield then called around and found a shop that had our tire size and they make an appointment for us to get the tire replaced. This was amazing because the local tire shops were slammed with business and somehow, they got us an appointment quickly. The staff at this hotel went above and beyond to help us with our tire problem and we are extremely grateful for that! Breakfast and dinner were very good!
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
273 reviews
Price from$200.12per night
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What Guests Said About Kirkwall:

  • 10
    Scored 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 😀😁😊☺
    Mary
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Kirkwall

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 166 reviews
    The central location of the hotel was great. The rooms were well furnished, clean, and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and the young women who handles the breakfast is an amazing worker who deserves all she earns and more. It was priced a bit higher than I would have considered reasonable until I realizes that the particular weekend we were there was one with numerous festivals and, ultimately, we were lucky to a get a quality hotel with this location at this (higher than normal) price.
    P Fleming
    United States of America
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 226 reviews
    From arrival we were met with a friendly lady on reception, unfortunately I can't remember her name but she was very helpful, professional and made us feel welcome. The hotel in general was clean, tidy and had a homely feel. Myself and my partner had a great sleep, comfortable bed and a warm and clean room. We were just a few minutes walk away from everything that we needed. We didn't use the other facilities in the hotel but we definitely will if we return again in the future.
    Cheryl
    United Kingdom
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 36 reviews
    We’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.
    Melissa
    United States of America
  • From $375.22 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 479 reviews
    Since we stayed 4 nights we chose the two room suite and we’re glad of it. Beds were wonderful, coffee/tea set up was convenient, view was spectacular. Overall Kirkwall is a charming town and we were steps from shops and restaurants. Breakfasts were good and they didn’t require following the set menu.
    Elizabeth
    United Kingdom
  • From $237.64 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 616 reviews
    Very comfortable and spacious apartments. Well equipped kitchenettes. Decent wifi speed for the island. Free parking with a generous policy of allowing cars to remain parked after checkout for later departures when parking is available. Short walk downtown. Good restaurant and bar.
    Stefanie
    United States of America
  • From $237.64 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 616 reviews
    Very strategic hotel, almost in front of the fery terminal and the city center. THe room was very comfortable and clean. Nice bathroom with a bath tub. Kettle with coffe and tea. the personel at the desk was very nice. There is a restaurant and a bar.
    Cécile
    Belgium
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 29 reviews
    Fantastic location, if you have a car - 10 mins to Kirkwall 15 to Stromness then all big attractions within 25. The cottage is recently renovated and has everything you need. Hosts left lovely biscuits for us but we had no contact with them whilst there.
    Caroline
    United Kingdom
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 57 reviews
    Donald was very helpful and even picked us up from the airport. The property is in the centre of Kirkwall but not noisy. Having a parking pass and a space right outside the house was a bonus. Nice surprise to get the breakfast hamper.
    Joanna
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 59 reviews
    Every 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 Brown
    United Kingdom
  • From $212.63 per night
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 264 reviews
    The Shore management have given up and the hotel has been taken over by the neighbouring Kirkwall Hotel. We went to this hotel for breakfast and the restaurant staff and food were very good.
    Maggie
    United Kingdom
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 234 reviews
    The location in was ideal in Kirkwall and our host - Nicky- was very welcoming. there was a comfortable shared parlor for guests and we had a spectacular view of the Barbour from our room
    Brenda
    United States of America
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 166 reviews
    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.
    Julian
    United Kingdom
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 210 reviews
    Very relaxing week. Close to the centre of Kirkwall and harbour. Debbie is a great host and breakfast to die for Thanks
    Langley
    United Kingdom
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 296 reviews
    The hotel is located on the harbor, with a great view and within easy walking of shops and restaurants
    Julie
    United States of America
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 428 reviews
    Convenient to Kirkwall, short drive from the ferry terminal, and we’ll appointed room.
    Joseph
    United States of America
  • From $157.59 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 419 reviews
    private off street parking. convenient location to town. could walk to restaurants
    Debbie
    United States of America
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 226 reviews
    Good location with private parking spaces. Cozy room and onsite bar/restaurant.
    Silvia
    Italy
  • From $212.63 per night
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 264 reviews
    Was satisfied with dining services at the Kirkwall Hotel.
    Andrew
    Canada
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 17 reviews
    Fantastic apartment in the heart of Kirkwall.
    Helen
    United Kingdom
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 138 reviews
    Great place, right in the heart of Kirkwall.
    Antranig
    Australia
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