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Orkneylodge

4.0 star property
Beach guesthouse with indoor tennis courts and a coffee shop

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds
View from property
Exterior
Tennis court

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Houton Bay, Orkney Isles, Orphir, Scotland, KW17 2RD
  • Standing Stones of Stenness
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Orkneyinga Saga Centre
  • Stromness Ferry Terminal
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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Room options

Shapinsay with Superking bed

  • Hill view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Flotta with Superking Bed

  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rousay with Superking bed

  • Hill view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Hoy with Superking bed

  • Hill view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Orphir

Located within a leisurely stroll of Standing Stones of Stenness, Orkneylodge is within a 10-minute drive of Orkneyinga Saga Centre. The 8 rooms at this 4-star guesthouse include sitting areas, coffee makers, and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Standing Stones of Stenness - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stromness Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 19 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Ring of Brogdar - 20 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Skara Brae - 26 min drive - 16.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julia's Cafe Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Noust Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Pier - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Flattie Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Tearoom - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Orkneylodge

Beach guesthouse with indoor tennis courts and a coffee shop
Orkneylodge features indoor tennis courts, a business center, and a meeting room. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach guesthouse include a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.
32-inch TVs come with digital channels and DVD players. Memory foam beds sport Frette Italian sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Sitting areas, coffee makers, and desks are also available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include indoor tennis courts.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 4 indoor tennis courts
  • Games
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will need to ring the front door bell upon check in.

Access methods

Private entrance

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 5 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
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 or credit 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Houton Bay
Orkneylodge Inn Orphir
Houton Bay Lodge Orphir
Houton Bay Orphir
Houton Bay Lodge Orkney Islands/Orphir
Orkneylodge Inn
Orkneylodge Orphir
Orkneylodge Orkney Islands/Orphir
Orkneylodge Hotel Orphir
Orkneylodge Hotel
Houton Bay Lodge
Orkneylodge Hotel
Orkneylodge Orphir
Orkneylodge Hotel Orphir

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Orkneylodge?

This guesthouse is located in Orphir within a short 10-minute walk of Standing Stones of Stenness. Orkneyinga Saga Centre is also within a driving distance of 3.2 mi.

Is parking available on site at Orkneylodge?

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

Does Orkneylodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Orkneylodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Orkneylodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Orkneylodge?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress as well as a café and 4 indoor tennis courts.

Are there hot tubs at Orkneylodge?

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

Does Orkneylodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Orkneylodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Orkneylodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Orkneylodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Orkneylodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Orkneylodge?

The closest major airport to Orkneylodge is Kirkwall (KOI), which is 13 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Orkneylodge?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at Orkneylodge.

Orkneylodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good B&B, clean and friendly.

Very welcoming and friendly manager / staff. Clean rooms and very comfortable bed and chairs. Shower was poor (luke warm water which could not be adjusted with poor water flow). Breakfast was acceptable (cereal, toast, boiled egg - not full English). Beautiful outlook across to Hoy with small ferry terminal serving Hoy and Flotta close by. Not inconvenienced by ferry, noise or traffic using it. Excellent position for visiting the ‘mainland’ including Kirkwall and Stromness. A car is a must although it is possible to get around by bus.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

gregg, glasgow

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

had a lovely stay

we where up see family staff made us welcome and they where very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

Jan, England

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Clean and tidy

We were satisfied with the accommodation, apart from the handbasin being in the room rather than the ensuite. Breakfast very good but available only from 8:15 to 8:45 am. No bar nor any food at other times. Reception only staffed in early morning .More like a B&B than an hotel. Very convenient for the ferry to Hoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay , very homely , nice and quiet , very relaxing , reasonably priced , excellent , will be calling again ,

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A Lovely Bed and Breakfast

Management and staff were super friendly and helpful, kept everything in tip-top condition. Arranged transportation, introduced us to other guests, went to bat for us with auto rental company.

10/10 Excellent

Dennis, Toronto, Canada

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

Wonderful, close to all sites.

Clean, modern, close to all sites. Breakfast was fine and staff very helpful

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Great staff, low-quality infrastructure

My husband and I stayed at HBL for a few nights. It was adequate overall; great staff who went out of their way to give us information and help, and who were efficient and attentive, but woeful building and plumbing.

10/10 Excellent

Shawna, Alaska, USA

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

Quiet B&B

Nice quiet B&B outside of town. When we checked in we got a free upgrade to the giant honeymoon sweet which was awesome! The room was huge, comfortable, and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay here. Only down side was that it was out of town so there weren't any nearby restaurants and the lodge doesn't serve dinner. It had a very nice bar but we were there out of season so it was closed for the winter. Definitely will stay here next time we're in the Orkney's. Owner was very nice, helpful, and had recommendations on sites to see on the island.

6/10 Okay

Scottish Lass

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not the best

The room was a nice size and tidy. We only seen the owner when we arrived and when we left as there was never anyone on reception. The bathroom was not up to standard as the toilet seat was broken and water was coming out of the bottom of the shower unit and you had to turn the shower up to high to get the water to come through the shower head at any speed. Also the water would get very hot then cold without warning. The sink was in the room which meant you had to come out of the bathroom to wash your hands. When we used the coffee etc it wasn't replaced. The view from the window would have been very nice if they had tended the garden but all we could see was weeds.

10/10 Excellent

M., San Jose, CA

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

Nice hotel

Love Ralph, the proprietor. He was assisted by his newly graduated high schooler nephew and another friend of the family. They are very nice and helpfull. Good family atmosphere.

8/10 Good

John, Canada

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

Houton Bay Bed and Breakfast

rooms vary as to size .the front rooms have a view of the bay.small fridge in room helps keep drinks and lunch cold. staff is very helpful. No restaurant on site so only brekfast is available for purchase - not included with overnight rate. more like a bed and breakfast than a hotel.

8/10 Good

Bern, NORTH COAST NSW AUSTRALIA

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

Best bed in The Orkneys

Lovely big room, with a massive bed. Great hosts who even insisted on running our washing through for us, very kind and we enjoyed our stay a lot. Whilst it sounds and looks a long way from places on a map, everything in The Orkneys is honestly just down the road so don't let that put you off.

6/10 Okay

Carl, North Pole

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent, but in the middle of nowhere

The standard is ok for the region, but Houton is a quite remote location with no services nearby. The owners were friendly, but they almost seemed surprised that we were there. All in all, an ok hotel, but I will be looking for something in Kirkwall the next time I visit Orkney.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Quiet & friendly but chilly

Very peaceful setting, friendly people but in November the heating needs to be on more than allowed. Customers should be able to turn on and off when we need it, went off early evening so if out no heating on return. Also local restaurant recommended was closed - we checked it more than once, really need to give visitors accurate local information .

8/10 Good

Gerry, Glasgow

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

A very pleasant hotel

Very welcoming & comfortable experience. Lovely setting, good parking and helpful staff. Only negative (bad trend in B&Bs) that breakfast not included (or only because I booked through Expedia?).

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Thurso

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

Houton Bay Lodge Orkney

My husband and I recently spent three nights at the Houton Bay Lodge Orkney. We received a very warm and friendly welcome from Linda our host. The room was large,tastefully decorated and very comfortable. The lodge is modern and with beautiful polished wood features. The advice and local knowledge of our host helped us to make the most of our short stay. We would recommend this place if you are looking to stay out of town in a country area of Orkney.

8/10 Good

Janice, Canada

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

Peace and Quiet

The Lodge (inn) is away from the major centres on Orkney Mainland. But it is only 15 minutes from Stromness and Kirkwall (shopping). We travelled to the Orkney Islands to find our ancestors and visit the historical sites, which there are many. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

8/10 Good

John, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Not bad

The location is about halfway between the 2 main towns in the Orkney's. If you want a place that is central and can drive everywhere then it is good. If you want immediate shopping or a choice of places to eat then not so much. The room could be darker with better curtains, there are several lights from the ferry service not too far away and the room did not get as dark as we would have liked. The bed was very hard but we are used to softer ones in the States. The manager did give us an extra duvet to soften the bed. Breakfast was a bit expensive but the dinner costs were comparable to both towns.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quiet Location

The hotel was a bit hard to find, especially if you are arriving after dark, so get a map before hand. Once you are there it is quiet and dark. You are right on the water and isolated, so the views are great. They serve a full Scottish breakfast if you want, but no other meal so make arrangements in town for lunch/dinner. The food was good and the inkeeper was very nice.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location on the road between Kirkwall and Stromness, very close to the Houton Bay Ferry pier (to Hoy & South Isles). Great views of Houton bay, Scapa Flow & Flotta. Good continental style breakfast with fresh red fruits. Friendly hosts. Family room for 4 was spacious enough for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Ingen kafe på dette hotellet

Relativt ny bygning med enkel innredning. Ingen kafe som angitt på Hotels.com sin side. 15-20 min kjøring til nærmeste spisested. Frokost serveres KUN mellom 08.00 og 08.30. Vertskapet var ikke begeistret for kunder som hadde bestilt "via Expedia".
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017