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The Orkney Hotel, Kirkwall

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From$209 /night
Check-in
18Jun
Check-out
19Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1DN
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Close to the harbour
Very good
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At the 3-star smoke-free The Orkney Hotel Kirkwall, you can stay close to Saint Magnus Cathedral, as it is situated about a 5-minute stroll away. The 3-star smoke-free The Orkney Hotel Kirkwall also offers 24-hour front desk assistance and wake-up calls. This Kirkwall hotel is proud to feature a banquet hall for meetings and celebrations, only 650 metres from Harbour Street.

Location

The centre of Kirkwall can be reached in 10 minutes' walk of the hotel, and such cultural venues as the Orkney Wireless Museum are just 0.6 km away. The accommodation is merely 5 minutes' stroll from Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop and in close proximity to the St Magnus cathedral "Earl's Palace".

Guests might as well visit Broadsands Play Park, which is a mere 500 metres away. The Scotch Scapa Distillery is also nearly a 25-minute walk away.

Rooms

The 17 rooms feature an iron with ironing board along with self-catering facilities such as tea and coffee making equipment. They come with private bathrooms. Guests can enjoy views of the city.

Eat & Drink

This Kirkwall hotel offers an à la carte restaurant as well as a library bar. Offering healthy meals, Judith Glue and The Real Food Cafe is situated 200 m from the Orkney Kirkwall.

Leisure & Business

The onsite facilities also include a shared lounge, a library, and a golf course.

Must-do experiences

  • Savor a bowl of Cullen skink at The Ferry Inn for local flavor.
  • Explore the ancient ruins of Skara Brae, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Visit the Orkney Museum for fascinating tales of our island's past.
  • Try local craft gin at the Orkney Distillery, just a short walk away.
  • Stroll through Kirkwall's Market Street for unique local crafts and souvenirs.

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The Orkney Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
  • Double or Twin Room
    2 persons
    17 sq. feet
    2 Single beds
    Heating
  • Single Room
    2 persons
    13 sq. feet
    1 Single bed
    Heating
  • Double Room
    2 persons
    17 sq. feet
    1 Double bed
    Bathtub
    Heating
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Facilities

The Orkney Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.2/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Orkney Hotel Location

40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1DN
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Kirkwall 6 min  ·  1700 ft
  • Airports
    Kirkwall (KOI) 9 min  ·  3.5 mi
    Eday (EOI) 49 min  ·  20.2 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel The Orkney guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
17

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Orkney Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 119 verified reviews
7.4 /10
Very good
70 %
Recommend
Cleanliness
7.7/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.2/10
Free WiFi
9.0/10
Location
9.0/10
Staff
8.1/10
Value for money
6.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 160 reviews
7.5/10
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Check-in
18Jun
Check-out
19Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room