Located close to Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace, The Orkney Hotel provides free full breakfast, a garden, and a library. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Garden View Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
A banquet hall, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
An off-leash area
Room features
All guestrooms at The Orkney Hotel include comforts such as free WiFi and room service.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
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
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Banquet hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Room service
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Desk
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
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
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
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
An off-leash area is available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
National rating
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 The Orkney Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at The Orkney Hotel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Orkney Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Orkney Hotel?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is The Orkney Hotel located?
Located in the heart of Kirkwall, this hotel is steps from Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. St. Magnus Cathedral and Highland Park Distillery are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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The Orkney Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 70 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 70 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 70 reviews
6 - Okay
13
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Lovely hotel, near St. Magnus, shopping, dining, transportation hub. The bar has an extraordinary whisky collection!
Marc
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10
Excellent, newly renovated room was perfect for dogs. Friendly and helpful team and superb breakfast. Really convenient for all the Kirkwall sights.
Angela
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
8/10
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.
Gordon
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Decent sized bathroom and a comfortable bed. Good breakfast. No USB ports
Sue
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
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
Richard
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10
Overnight stay. Comfortable room.
D
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10
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.
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
Michel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10
Really quaint. Great location. Water pressure was low
Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
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.
John
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10
convenient location, staff lovely, decor rather dated, wifi only ever connected for a few seconds. facilities ok
Catherine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10
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.
Margaret
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
8/10
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.
Veronique
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10
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.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
8/10
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.
Alison
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10
Verified traveler
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Keiran
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
2/10
Habe die Buchung vor vierzehn Tagen infolge eines Spitalaufenthalt meiner Frau storniert. Habe nie was von ihnen gehört.
Christoph
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
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.
Leanne
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10
Jennifer
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10
Tracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10
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.
David
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10
Stanza spaziosa e pulita colazione tipica e posizione centrale per muoversi a piedi