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8.3 / 10 Guest Rating

The Kirkwall Hotel

Harbour Street, Kirkwall, gb

The Kirkwall Hotel - main view

About the Property

Harbour Views and Stylish Rooms
The Kirkwall Hotel offers picturesque views of the Orkney Islands' harbour, complemented by modern en suite rooms featuring all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Fine Dining and Local Flavors
Indulge in a culinary experience at the Harbour View Restaurant, where you can savor a variety of dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, or unwind at Skippers Bar with a selection of Orkney ales and whiskies.

Convenient Location and Leisure Activities
Situated a short stroll away from Kirkwall's main shopping area, guests can easily explore nearby attractions such as the Orkney Museum and Saint Magnus Cathedral, with the added convenience of free Wi-Fi and parking at the hotel.

Book your stay at The Kirkwall Hotel for a memorable Orkney getaway.

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Please note that this hotel does not accept American Express credit cards. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Double Room with Sea View - Photo 1
Double Room with Sea View - Photo 2
Double Room with Sea View - Photo 3
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Double Room with Sea View

This room with attached bathroom has a harbor view, flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities.

16 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerDesk

Double Room With Sea View

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$349.06

$279.25

Includes taxes & fees

DOUBLE King Sea View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$412.63

$330.1

Includes taxes & fees
Double Room - Photo 1
Double Room - Photo 2
Double Room - Photo 3
Double Room - Photo 4
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Double Room

This room with attached bathroom has a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities.

16 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerDesk

Classic Double Room (2 People)

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$300.59

$240.47

Includes taxes & fees

Classic Double Room (2 People)

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$381.38

$305.1

Includes taxes & fees
Twin Room - Photo 1
Twin Room - Photo 2
Twin Room - Photo 3
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Twin Room

This room with attached bathroom has a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities.

16 sqm
Sleeps 3
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerDesk

Classic Twin Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$300.59

$240.47

Includes taxes & fees

Classic Twin Room

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$364.11

$291.29

Includes taxes & fees
Twin Room with Sea View - Photo 1
Twin Room with Sea View - Photo 2
Twin Room with Sea View - Photo 3
Twin Room with Sea View - Photo 4
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Twin Room with Sea View

Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room features a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a tiled floor as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.

16 sqm
Sleeps 2
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneHair dryerDesk

Twin Room With Sea View

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$349.06

$279.25

Includes taxes & fees

Twin Room With Sea View

Non-refundable
Breakfast Included
20% OFF$429.86

$343.89

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.3
Excellent417 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great location.

Categories

Cleanliness7.5
Service9.0
Location9.0
Room Quality8.0
Amenities8.0
Value for Money8.0
Food and Beverage8.5
Overall Experience8.3

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IlariitIT
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 14, 2026

"Good"

5.0

Location

Room not clean They did not clean the room every day I had to ask for towels three times Food in restaurant was horrible and expensive

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RoxsanecaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 11, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Excellent location right on waterfront and within blocks to all the shops and restaurants.

Some renovations going on - there were no issues with noise but the front is covered in a tarp.

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NancycaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 8, 2026

"Comfortable stay in a great location."

10.0

Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable room and nice restaurant.

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CarolitIT
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 8, 2026

"Hotel che conserva l'atmosfera del luogo"

9.0

Hotel caratteristico perché storico. Ottima posizione, a due passi dal porto e dal centro. La nostra camera era stata ristrutturata ed era molto accogliente, con parecchio tweed. Letti comodi, con biancheria molto fine e curata. Bellissima vista sul porto e sulla baia. Comodo il parcheggio gratuito a due minuti a piedi dall'hotel.

La ragazza alla reception, non all'altezza dell'hotel. Parlava molto velocemente e non ha cercato di farsi capire nemmeno quando l'abbiamo pregata di parlare più lentamente perché non comprendevamo. Gentile il resto del personale.

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J5699JGjimhELGIN, MORAY, SCOTLAND
Verified booking
Family
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 2, 2026

"AVOID"

2.0

Good location but a very poor quality hotel. We booked a harbour view room and on arrival discovered that scaffolding was being erected in front of our window as the roof was going to be replaced. Reception did not have another room available and said there was nothing else that they could do. We had to keep the blind down on our window for the 4 days we stayed at the Kirkwall as workmen were constantly on the scaffolding outside our window. with continuous noise from 8am to 6.30pm each day . Reception also stated that guests were emailed about the works which is untrue as we did not receive any prior communication. We were then told that compensation would be offered but we would not get this as we had booked through an agent!! Overall the reception staff were very unhelpful and gave conflicting views on the works and compensation . Had dinner in their restaurant the first evening and the quality of the food was to say the least very poor and the member of staff serving us agreed and said we would not be charged for dinner. Their actual words were the dinner was not to their usual standard and she was very sorry for what we had been served. We did not have any more evening meals at the Hotel. Breakfast was shambolic due to large bus parties and when we asked for some hot milk we were told that as they were very busy they would provide some as soon as possible, eventually we received the equivalent of an egg cup of hot milk. We asked for more much to the frustration of the server and received another egg cup of milk. The following morning i requested a kipper from the menu and it was served half cooked. Overall an extremely disappointing stay at the Kirkwall Hotel.

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DaniellegbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 1, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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BarbaragbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jun 1, 2026

"A couple of relaxing days being looked after, between self catering accommodation. Enjoyed the stay."

9.0

Clean,comfortable, friendly & helpful staff. Easy to find & check in late at night when coming off the ferry from Shetland

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CathyusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 25, 2026

"Staff was wonderful"

10.0

Great location Loved the harbour view each morning

Very warm room and had to open the window during the day to keep the temperature down but at night had to close the windows to keep harbor activity noise out. Wish there was a fan

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Mary GraceusUS
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in May 22, 2026

"A perfect convenient and comfortable place to stay!"

10.0

Amazing staff, great location, and so walkable!

Not a thing.

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StaionmasterROSS-ON-WYE, HEREFORDSHIRE, ENGLAND
Verified booking
Couples
Standard Room
Stayed in May 21, 2026

"Second rate restaurant experience"

4.0

We had dinner here one night but didn't stay overnight. The food was quite good but extremely expensive. The wating staff were friendly but probably overwhelmed by a large coach party. Overall we were not impressed. We waited five minutes, despite prebooking, before anyone paid any attention to us, and had to pay at the bar when leaving because "the waiting staff were having their dinner." There are cheaper and more attentive options in Kirkwall.

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