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Karrawa Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kirkwall with free breakfast

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Front of property
Free self-parking
Reception
Free daily full breakfast
Standard Twin Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Explore the area

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Inganess Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1SP
  • Place, Highland Park Distillery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl's Palace
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room (Small)

Standard Double Room (Small)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Kirkwall

At Karrawa Guest House you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Highland Park Distillery and Bishop's Palace. Highlights at this guest house include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find luggage storage. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Kirkwall guest house include Earl's Palace and St. Magnus Cathedral.
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What's nearby

  • Highland Park Distillery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bishop's Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Earl's Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Orkney Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Karrawa Guest House

Guesthouse in Kirkwall with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Karrawa Guest House also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kirkwall guest house is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Karrawa Guest House offers 6 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Karrawa Guest House?

Karrawa Guest House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Karrawa Guest House?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karrawa Guest House on 5 Nov 2025 start from AU$163.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Karrawa Guest House?

Yep, Karrawa Guest House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Karrawa Guest House?

The closest beach to Karrawa Guest House is Scapa Beach (1.9 km).

Does Karrawa Guest House serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests love the free full brekkie here! Served daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Karrawa Guest House?

No, Karrawa Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Karrawa Guest House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Karrawa Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Karrawa Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

We had an incredible 2 night stay here. Fyona and Colin went above and beyond to make us feel at home and we would 100% stay there again! Breakfast was delicious, the room was cozy but just what we needed and the neighbourhood was quiet. It's about a 20 minute walk to the shops in Kirkwall which was so perfect. Can't recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation and lovely host. The breakfast was fantastic too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiosha

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Karrawa Guest House! The host was warm and welcoming, answered any questions we had as newcomers to Scotland, and the breakfast service was incredible. Our room was cozy but spacious and the attention to detail made our stay feel luxurious while being functional with small children. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ease of parking. We arrived at midnight and the host greeted us at arrival and was helpful. Breakfasts were very nice. The hosts were kind, helpful, but not intrusive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Fyona is helpful and friendly. Breakfast was made to order and excellent. Accommodations were spotless. This property is not in the heart of the city but it is an easy walk in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean hotel with a nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here. Found a couple of bugs in the bedroom (looked like pill bugs we have in the states). Not threatening. Beds were comfortable but were more the size of queen beds instead of King as advertised. Still, none of this would keep me from staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, good bathroom facilities, lovely breakfast room and everything was clean and fresh. The breakfast had a good choice and was always produced promptly and the staff were attentive without being intrusive. Expecially enjoyed the haggis for breakfast. Will certainly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Una

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Orcadian Hospitality

Lovely modern guesthouse with very hospitable hostess. Extensive breakfast menu using local suppliers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karrawa Guest House was perfect for our 3 night stay in Orkney! Breakfast was excellent. Fiona was so helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin, Maumee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fyona was a wonderful hostess and the breakfasts were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, fantastic breakfast and warm welcome from host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don Neil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Really nice place to stay and food was amazing (even the black pudding 😉)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald J M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We highly recommend the Karrawa Guest House. It was very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent every day. The host went above and beyond to ensure a fantastic stay. Definitely the best we’ve stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
welcoming and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean, Plymouth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, clean and quiet, nice breakfast. Host was very nice. Highly recommend Karrawa Guest House.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food and service excellent. Just a bit too far for a comfortable easy walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023