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About the Hotel

Harbour Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1LF
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Next to the harbour
Great
8.5
/10
3.7
4.2
/5

Located within easy reach of Harbour Street, the 3-star The Kirkwall Hotel ensures hassle-free stays by offering 24-hour reception and wake-up service. Featuring a shared lounge and a pool table, this Kirkwall hotel is around a 10-minute drive from the Head of Work.

Location

The centre of Kirkwall can be reached in 5 minutes' walk of the hotel, and such cultural venues as The Orkney Museum are only 450 metres away. Guests can visit the Orkney Wireless Museum, which is approximately a 5-minute stroll away, and the serious Highland Park Distillery which is 2.1 km from the accommodation.

Also, Broadsands Play Park is situated merely 1 km away. There is Scapa Beach nearly a 15-minute drive away, and Kirkwall bus station is just around the corner from this Kirkwall hotel.

Rooms

The property features 37 rooms with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at this hotel.

Eat & Drink

Drinks and park views are available at the lounge bar. Sample British specialties at Kirkwall Hotel Restaurant located in the immediate vicinity of the Kirkwall.

Leisure & Business

This Kirkwall hotel features live performances and live sports events.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the prehistoric Skara Brae village, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Try the famous Orkney cheese at the Orkney Cheese Company nearby.
  • Explore the stunning St. Magnus Cathedral, an architectural marvel.
  • Discover local crafts at the Orkney Craft Trail for unique souvenirs.
  • Enjoy a whisky tasting at the Orkney Distilling for local spirits.
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The Kirkwall Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Double Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double Room Sea View
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Sea view
Shower
Heating
Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The Kirkwall Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.7/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Billiard tables
  • Darts

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Kirkwall Hotel Location

Harbour Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1LF
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Harbour Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1LF
Nearby
Monument
Saint Magnus Cathedral
1700 ft
Palace
The Earl's Palace
1800 ft
Museum
The Orkney Museum
1500 ft
Museum
Orkney Wireless Museum
600 ft
Ayre Road
The Orkney Distillery
600 ft
Marina
Kirkwall Marina
700 ft
Harbour Street
200 ft
Albert Street
The Big Tree
1000 ft
Restaurants
St Magnus Cafe
1400 ft
Broad St Kirkwall Community Centre
Bremners
2500 ft
Coach Car Park Netherstove
Cafe At No.65
2200 ft
65 Victoria Street
Getting around
City Centre
Kirkwall3 min  ·  700 ft
Airports
Kirkwall (KOI)9 min  ·  3.7 mi
Eday (EOI)49 min  ·  20.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP17.50 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Year renovated:
2006
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
37

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Kirkwall Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 185 verified reviews
8.0/10
Great
82%
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.2/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
7.9/10
Guest reviews
based on 524 reviews
3.5/5
based on 333 reviews
8.5/10
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