The Kirkwall Hotel
Harbour Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LE, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
The Kirkwall Hotel
Looking out across the harbour of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish en suite rooms. A short walk from the town’s main shopping area, this 4 star hotel provides free Wi-Fi and free parking. Each room at The Kirkwall Hotel has en suite bathroom facilities with shower or bath, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities. A freshly cooked breakfast includes local butchers’ sausages, haggis, black pudding, free-range eggs and locally baked bread. The Harbour View Restaurant serves extensive menus showcasing the local produce of the island, and Skippers Bar provides a relaxed setting to enjoy Orkney ales or whiskies by the waterside. Kirkwall’s attractions include the Orkney Museum and the 12th-century Saint Magnus Cathedral. The town’s Pickaquoy leisure centre and cinema is around 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Sustainability certification
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Guests who stayed here loved
Sarah
United Kingdom“Breakfast was lovely and room was clean and tidy. Staff were polite and informing.”
Peter
Guernsey“We had a harbour view room and it was great, always something to look at. Ours was a comfortable large, stylish room. Friendly staff. In a very lovely town. The bus from our 11pm ferry dropped us literally outside and arriving late felt...”
Louise United Kingdom“Beautiful hotel & very comfortable. Amazing bar and the staff were so friendly and helpful.”
Neik United Kingdom“Wry good location and helpful staff. Dog friendly which was great.”- Rod United Kingdom“Excellent junior suite with plenty of room and a sea view. Comfortable bed Nice cosy bar and good service all round”
Robert United Kingdom“We were at the hotel on an emergency visit to the Balfour Hospital from one of the northern islands. The staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. But the lovely surroundings inside, and the food, were just a magical bonus for us in...”
Iain United Kingdom“Excellent whisky bar - mainly Highland Park varieties, but an excellent selection.”- Lesley United Kingdom“The rooms were high spec with attention to detail and very comfortable.”
Amy
Australia“Excellent location for exploring Kirkwall and Orkney. Staff were friendly and helpful, very extensive whiskey selection in the bar.”
Jane United Kingdom“Fantastic helpful staff , lovely rooms and food fantastic”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
I see you permit dogs. Are they allowed into the dining area with owners (on lead)? Thank you
Dogs are permitted into our bar area of the restaurant. We have tables set up and serve the same meals here as in the other part of the restaurant.Answered on 18 April 2022Are there lifts to all floors?
Good Afternoon We have a lift in the main building that goes to each floor. We do not in the annex (The Shore Hotel) but there is ground floor acces..Answered on 6 March 2022Can you do a late checkin
yesAnswered on 15 November 2019May I cancel a booking of this afternoon? 5/15, double room, 2 people. Parking rental car is concern
Good evening. Can I have a few more details please to be able to cancel your booking. I would need the name the booking is made under if possible. ..Answered on 27 February 2020is it possible to book and take whale watching trips, bird colony trips and other wildlife trips from the local harbour . would like to visit in 2022
Hi, nice to hear you are planning a visit to Orkney You can always charter a boat for this purpose To get a better idea about the wildlife and birdli..Answered on 31 May 2021Is there a laundry service?
Usually yes but not currently due to Covid 19Answered on 3 October 2020- Still looking?
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Restaurant #1
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Facilities of The Kirkwall HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.5
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Darts
- BilliardsAdditional charge
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
- TV
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Luggage storage
- Wake-up service
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Packed lunches
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Non-smoking throughout
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Carpeted
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- English
House rulesThe Kirkwall Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that this hotel does not accept American Express credit cards.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
FAQs about The Kirkwall Hotel
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The Kirkwall Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
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Guests staying at The Kirkwall Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
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The prices at The Kirkwall Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at The Kirkwall Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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The Kirkwall Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Billiards
- Darts
- Live music/performance
- Live sport events (broadcast)
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The Kirkwall Hotel is 400 yards from the centre of Kirkwall. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Room options at The Kirkwall Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin
- Suite
