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The Kirkwall Hotel
3 stars

The Kirkwall Hotel

Harbour Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LE, United Kingdom
Kirkwall, United Kingdom
See location+44 185 687 2232
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€146
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8.1
Very good
based on 985 reviews
985 reviews
Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
€146
Double room
€169
King room
€207
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Overview

This budget hotel provides value for money, and is just a five-minute stroll from St Magnus Cathedral. Those staying at the property can also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout their stay.

The Kirkwall Hotel provides an all-hours reception, plus luggage storage and laundry facilities. For added convenience, it features room service, a wake-up service and a lift.

The Kirkwall Hotel has 37 contemporary rooms that are accompanied by a range of essential amenities to ensure guests have a comfortable stay.

The hotel is also moments from the area's well-known nightlife destinations, and Earl's Palace is within walking distance. Burray, Heart of Neolithic Orkney and the Maeshowe are an easy drive away.

8.1
Very good rating
Based on 985 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
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Amenities at The Kirkwall Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Darts
  • Pool table

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Reviews of The Kirkwall Hotel

8.1
Very good
985 verified ratings
Wonderful
318
Very good
221
Good
189
Okay
99
Fair
91
Mediocre
34
Poor
33

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's stunning location and friendly staff, highlighting the cleanliness and comfort of the beds. However, many expressed disappointment regarding the value for money, with concerns about room sizes and the quality of breakfast. Some reviews mentioned issues with amenities and maintenance, which detracted from the overall experience.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service9 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Breakfast3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2 out of 10
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Location

Harbour Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LE

What's nearby

  • St. Magnus Cathedral287 m
  • Orkney Museum335 m
  • Earl's Palace, Kirkwall0.5 km
  • Bishop's Palace0.5 km
  • Highland Park Distillery1.8 km
  • Scapa Distillery2.8 km
  • Balfour Castle5.8 km
  • Earl's Palace, Birsay25.9 km
  • Fitty Hill33.2 km
  • Noltland Castle37.3 km
  • Grobost Beach38.8 km
  • Noup Head Lighthouse39.2 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at The Kirkwall Hotel

  • Where is The Kirkwall Hotel located?

    The Kirkwall Hotel is located at Harbour Street, 0 km from the centre of Kirkwall. St. Magnus Cathedral is the closest landmark to The Kirkwall Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Kirkwall Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at The Kirkwall Hotel.

  • Does The Kirkwall Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Kirkwall Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Kirkwall Hotel from the airport?

    The Kirkwall Hotel is 4.3 km from Kirkwall Arpt. The Kirkwall Hotel is 25.2 km from Eday.

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Distance to airport

7.4
0.0 km
Kirkwall Arpt
4.3 km

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