The Ayre Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Kirkwall with a restaurant and a bar

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Exterior
Lobby
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
One Bedroom Apartment | Living room | TV
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1QX
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl's Palace
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Park Distillery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 19 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 13 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Budget Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall

The Ayre Hotel places you next to Orkney Wireless Museum and within a 10-minute walk of St. Magnus Cathedral. This 51-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Orkney Museum - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Earl's Palace - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bishop's Palace - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Highland Park Distillery - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Ayre Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The Ayre Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free hotel also has a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Coffee makers and phones are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ayre Hotel Kirkwall
Ayre Kirkwall
Ayre Hotel
The Ayre Hotel Hotel
The Ayre Hotel Kirkwall
The Ayre Hotel Hotel Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Ayre Hotel?

The Ayre Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Ayre Hotel?

Located steps from Orkney Wireless Museum, this hotel is in Kirkwall, and within a 10-minute walk of Earl's Palace and Orkney Museum. You'll also find Highland Park Distillery and Balfour Castle within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Ayre Hotel?

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

Does The Ayre Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Ayre Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Ayre Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Ayre Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Ayre Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Ayre Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Ayre Hotel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Ayre Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Ayre Hotel for a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay.

Does The Ayre Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from The Ayre Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Ayre Hotel is Kirkwall (KOI), which is 3.7 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Ayre Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Ayre Hotel.