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Castleyards Apartment 12

3.5 star property

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | LCD TV, Netflix, streaming services
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

Sleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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12 Castleyards, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1TG
  • Place, Orkney Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl's Palace
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kirkwall

This apartment places you next to Orkney Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral. The 3.5-star apartment includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a sitting area.
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What's nearby

  • Orkney Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Earl's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bishop's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Orkney Wireless Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunbeam Coffee House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bothy Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lucano - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Castleyards Apartment 12

This apartment features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. You can put free parking to good use if you drive.
The apartment is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a dining area and a sitting area. An LCD TV comes with cable channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Private bathrooms are not ensuite; housekeeping is not available.

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 249 reviews
$165 nightly
The price is $198
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property 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/debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit/debit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The apartment can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this apartment?

This apartment is located in Kirkwall, just steps from Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum, and within a short walk of Earl's Palace. You'll also find Bishop's Palace and The Pickaquoy Centre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Castleyards Apartment 12?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the apartment.

Is this apartment associated with a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

Is Castleyards Apartment 12 a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this apartment, including Netflix and a kitchen in each apartment and a kitchen in some.

Does Castleyards Apartment 12 have a hot tub?

No, this apartment doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this apartment allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this apartment.

Does Castleyards Apartment 12 have connecting rooms available?

No, this apartment doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Kirkwall (KOI), which is 3.5 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Castleyards Apartment 12?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Castleyards Apartment 12.

Castleyards Apartment 12 Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location in Kirkwall, close to the information centre, supermarkets, abs the cathedral. Clean as a whistle too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Berni

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great little place

Very clean, amazing apartment, fabulous location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sharon

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Do Not Stay Here!

This apartment is not as advertised. It is very dated but most of all dirty. The oven was filthy, pans still had food on them from previous guests. Toaster was rusty, carpet stained. Crumbs under the cushions of the settee. Nail clipping found in the drawer and sanitary towel under the Magnus bed together with an empty crisp packet. There is no washer dryer as advertised. The bed was very uncomfortable to the point that it’s given me backache. The owner refused to accept any responsibility and did NOTHING to address any of the issues.
Filthy frying pan
Dirty stained carpet
Filthy oven racks
Disgusting oven
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent facilities

Excellent property. Very clean and well appointed. I was using it as a key worker during lockdown so the ability to cook my own meals was very useful. Washing machine also a useful addition. Good communication from the owners and the key safe system worked well. Good central location in Kirkwall and easy to find. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

A fabulous place

This place was exactly what I needed for my 3+ week stay in Kirkwall. It was conveniently located, had parking, was equipped with everything that I needed and was excellently serviced. I would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 25 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This apartment is in a great location with parking! Despite its central location, it is reasonably quiet most of the time. it is a great find! The host is very responsive and we are really pleased with this apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent apartment. Located just a minute from the main street, it is finished to a very high standard and equipped with everything you would need. It was spotlessly clean and it was warm & cosy. I stayed here myself but there is plenty of room for a couple. There is a residents car park that can be used. I highly recommend this apartment and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Annette

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central location

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019