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Grainbank Mews

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kirkwall with free breakfast

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Double Room (3) | Soundproofing
Property amenity
Miscellaneous
Restaurant

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Grainbank House, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1RD
  • Place, Orkney Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl's Palace
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room (1)

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (2)

  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room (4)

  • 150 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall

Within a short walk of Orkney Wireless Museum, Grainbank Mews is within a mile (2 km) of St. Magnus Cathedral. The 4 rooms at this 3-star guesthouse include electric kettles and flat-screen TVs and guests can enjoy free breakfast.
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What's nearby

  • Orkney Wireless Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Orkney Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Earl's Palace - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bishop's Palace - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skipper's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Helgi's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Grainbank Mews

Guesthouse in Kirkwall with free breakfast
Guests staying at Grainbank Mews enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Dry cleaning/laundry services make packing light an option.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs. Electric kettles are also included.

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$130 nightly
The price is $156
Jan 9 - Jan 10
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse 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

Grainbank Mews Kirkwall
Grainbank Mews Guesthouse
Grainbank Mews Guesthouse Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Grainbank Mews?

This guesthouse is located in Kirkwall, a short 17-minute walk from Orkney Museum and also 20 minutes on foot from Earl's Palace. You'll also find Highland Park Distillery and Bishop's Palace within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Grainbank Mews?

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

Does Grainbank Mews feature a casino at the property?

No, Grainbank Mews doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Grainbank Mews?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Grainbank Mews a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include free breakfast and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Grainbank Mews?

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

Does Grainbank Mews feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Grainbank Mews offers free breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Grainbank Mews allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Grainbank Mews.

Are there connecting rooms at Grainbank Mews?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Grainbank Mews?

The closest major airport to Grainbank Mews is Kirkwall (KOI), which is 4.2 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Grainbank Mews?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Grainbank Mews.

Grainbank Mews Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great nights sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Orkney trip

We had a very friendly welcome. The room and ensuite were very comfortable and spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Highly recommended.

Excellent stay with great hosts in a lovely building set a convenient location. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

House hunting

Everything new and clean , excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely family run business. The room was amazing! Very clean, large and modern. Easy walk to town and parking is also availabile.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

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

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025