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The Orkney Hotel

3.0 star property

Photo gallery for The Orkney Hotel

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.
A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a blue and white bedspread, and two blue pillows. There is a small table with a lamp and a chair in front of a window with curtains.
A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.
A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$334
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Explore the area

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40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1DN
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl's Palace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bishop's Palace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a window with curtains, and wall-mounted lights.

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a blue and white bedspread, and two blue pillows. There is a small table with a lamp and a chair in front of a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a window.

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with dark blue bedding, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp and a cup.

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room

A double room with two beds, each with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and blue pillows. There is a wooden nightstand between the beds with a telephone and a small table lamp.

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Executive Single Room

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a patterned wall.

Executive Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Kirkwall

The Orkney Hotel puts you in the heart of Kirkwall, within steps of Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. Highlights at this hotel include free weekday breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Garden View Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a library and a garden. Free full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. .Sights within a short walk of this 3-property class Kirkwall hotel include St. Magnus Cathedral and Highland Park Distillery is within 30 minutes.

What's nearby

  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Earl's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bishop's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Orkney Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Highland Park Distillery - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Movement Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sunbeam Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lucano - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Orkney Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served on weekdays. Public spaces have free WiFi.

The business-friendly The Orkney Hotel also features a library and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kirkwall hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Orkney Hotel offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Kirkwall hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available on weekdays 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Garden View Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 23 December to 8 January:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Front desk

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Orkney Hotel Kirkwall
Orkney Hotel
Orkney Kirkwall
The Orkney Hotel Hotel
The Orkney Hotel Kirkwall
The Orkney Hotel Hotel Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Orkney Hotel?

The Orkney Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Orkney Hotel?

As of 9 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Orkney Hotel on 10 Aug 2026 start from AU$334, 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 The Orkney Hotel?

Yep, The Orkney Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Orkney Hotel?

The closest beach to The Orkney Hotel is Scapa Beach (2.2 km).

Does The Orkney Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Orkney Hotel?

No, The Orkney Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Orkney Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 23 until January 8. The dining venue is closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Orkney Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Orkney Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at The Orkney Hotel, with dog exercise areas on offer.

The Orkney Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 80 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, modern furnishings, nice towels and linens. Excellent breakfast and personable waiter.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Men he location is perfect. Very crntrsl. I got a room on ground level with my own entrance directly from the Main Street which was very convenient. The service level of the staff was very good, like checking in, breakfast and the bar.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely like to return
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, near St. Magnus, shopping, dining, transportation hub. The bar has an extraordinary whisky collection!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, newly renovated room was perfect for dogs. Friendly and helpful team and superb breakfast. Really convenient for all the Kirkwall sights.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was pretty good condution, great sleep and breakfast was very good. With the resteraunt not being open due to season the food in the bar was limited but still good quality.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is an old building but in good order. Food was excellent. Main shops a couple of hundred metres away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient location close to cathedral and palace ruins; excellent "full Scottish breakfast" in morning; we had arrived at 23:00 and they were able to help us with our late check-in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer c

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Four night stay. Great location, super helpful and friendly staff. Delicious breakfasts. Would very happily stay agsin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

Lovely stay in the centre of town

Very accommodating and friendly host, nothing was too much trouble. Our dogs were also made to feel very welcome! Bed was very comfortable and the room was clean and warm. Breakfast was amazing, nicest haggis I’ve ever tasted.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karina

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

Highly recommended

Room spacious and comfortable. Location excellent. Generous breakfast. Really friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sue

Decent sized bathroom and a comfortable bed. Good breakfast. No USB ports
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Orkney Hotel

The staff were so friendly and accommodating when we checked in. It was quite expensive for a 1 night stay and breakfast in the morning was a shambles. I would have rated this place lower if it wasn't for the staff at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really quaint. Great location. Water pressure was low
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very handy place located in the middle of Kirwall. Charming, traditional hotel with lots of character. Friendly and helpful staff. Great bar! The one difficulty we had was resolved promptly and professionally
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Room comfort

Adequate hotel

One night only. Accommodation was adequate and comfortable. High season, so a bit on the pricy side. Can not comment on food as I arrived late and kitchen was closed already. Location is good for exploring Kirkwall on foot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from friendly staff, comfy bed, good shower, good hot breakfasts, excellent bar, all round good place to stay. If older person, no lifts, walk up, & limited vehicle access to front of the building.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel was good but bedroom let it down. Artex peeling of roof, mould round taps in shower etc. Food was good and service great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
convenient location, staff lovely, decor rather dated, wifi only ever connected for a few seconds. facilities ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel was a bit worn. The room was very small, but we expected that. Shower was TINY and had mold in it. The food in the hotel restaurant was AWESOME. Based on the moldy shower I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Veronique

Liked: Amenities
I do agree with some of the comments that the property has a few minors issues or quick fixes to do like a bath sealer to redo. However, the room was spacious, the restaurant / bar very decent and staff was polite. It had thin walls so be prepared to hear a bit of the neighbors or the dinner area in the morning / evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Only drawback was that the car park was at the back of the hotel with a precarious set of steps which took you to the front of the hotel. Not very easy in the dark.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A friendly welcome and there was fruit at breakfast which was nice. No warning upfront that our bedroom would be reached by 2 flights of stairs - no lift - so my painful tendon certainly got a workout. Stayed for 3 nights and the menu was the same every night - even the specials.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022