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The Orkney Hotel

3.0 star property

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A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.
Breakfast and dinner served
Bar (on property)
A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

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

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

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Double Room

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

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall

The Orkney Hotel is adjacent to popular attractions such as Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. This 3-star hotel has 30 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Earl's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bishop's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Orkney Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Highland Park Distillery - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

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

Guests staying at The Orkney Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a banquet hall. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, phones, and desks are other standard amenities.

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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

  • 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 elevator

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 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 December 23 to January 8:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Front desk

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • An off-leash area is available
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night
  • 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, 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Is free cancellation available at The Orkney Hotel?

The Orkney Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jul 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Orkney Hotel on Jul 25, 2026 start from $234, 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.

What's there to do close to The Orkney Hotel?

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

Will I be able to park at The Orkney Hotel?

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

Does The Orkney Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Orkney Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Orkney Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a jetted bathtub.

Are there hot tubs at The Orkney Hotel?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Orkney Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Orkney Hotel serves free full breakfasts at Garden View Restaurant on weekday mornings.

Does The Orkney Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Orkney Hotel for a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Are there connecting rooms at The Orkney Hotel?

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

What is the closest airport to The Orkney Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Orkney Hotel is Kirkwall (KOI), which is 3.4 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Orkney Hotel?

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

The Orkney Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

D

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Sue

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

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

8/10 Good

Richard

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We originally booked as the hotel was advertised as 'pet friendly' with a private garden area. Thankfully, we had a change of plan and didn't take our dog. When we arrived and someone finally appeared to check us in, after about 10 minutes, we were allocated a small room on the 3rd floor which the wi-fi didn't seem to reach. While the room was just about adequate for a couple, it would not have worked for us with our dog. Also, none of the staff knew how to access the garden as although there was a door from the dining room, we were told this 'wasn't allowed' to be used - we heard other guests asking too. I'd suggest anyone with any specific requirements check with the hotel in advance.