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Castleyards Apartment 12

Property class: 3.5

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Castleyards Apartment 12 provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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Entire apartment

Sleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Castleyards Apartment 12

  • Property highlights
  • Castleyards Apartment 12 provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
    • A lift and games
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Castleyards Apartment 12 boast comforts, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
    • LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types at the property

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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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/debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

About the area

Kirkwall is home to this apartment. Peedie Sea and Scapa Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Pickaquoy Centre and Stromness Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Kirkwall travel guide
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12 Castleyards, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1TG

What's nearby

  • A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.
    St. Magnus Cathedral
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A stone staircase leading to a partially ruined stone building with a view of a town and greenery in the background.
    Earl's Palace
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.
    Bishop's Palace
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Orkney Museum
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Orkney Wireless Museum
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Movement Coffee
    5 min walk
  • Lucano
    4 min walk
  • Archive Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Auld Motor Hoose
    1 min walk
  • The Storehouse
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Castleyards Apartment 12 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Castleyards Apartment 12?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castleyards Apartment 12?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Castleyards Apartment 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castleyards Apartment 12 located?

Situated in Kirkwall, this apartment building is steps away from The Orkney Library & Archive, Orkney Museum and Peedie Sea. St. Magnus Cathedral and Earl's Palace are also within 5 minutes.

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Castleyards Apartment 12 Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location in Kirkwall, close to the information centre, supermarkets, abs the cathedral. Clean as a whistle too!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great little place

Very clean, amazing apartment, fabulous location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Do Not Stay Here!

This apartment is not as advertised. It is very dated but most of all dirty. The oven was filthy, pans still had food on them from previous guests. Toaster was rusty, carpet stained. Crumbs under the cushions of the settee. Nail clipping found in the drawer and sanitary towel under the Magnus bed together with an empty crisp packet. There is no washer dryer as advertised. The bed was very uncomfortable to the point that it’s given me backache. The owner refused to accept any responsibility and did NOTHING to address any of the issues.
Filthy frying pan
Dirty stained carpet
Filthy oven racks
Disgusting oven
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent facilities

Excellent property. Very clean and well appointed. I was using it as a key worker during lockdown so the ability to cook my own meals was very useful. Washing machine also a useful addition. Good communication from the owners and the key safe system worked well. Good central location in Kirkwall and easy to find. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

A fabulous place

This place was exactly what I needed for my 3+ week stay in Kirkwall. It was conveniently located, had parking, was equipped with everything that I needed and was excellently serviced. I would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 25 nights in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This apartment is in a great location with parking! Despite its central location, it is reasonably quiet most of the time. it is a great find! The host is very responsive and we are really pleased with this apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent apartment. Located just a minute from the main street, it is finished to a very high standard and equipped with everything you would need. It was spotlessly clean and it was warm & cosy. I stayed here myself but there is plenty of room for a couple. There is a residents car park that can be used. I highly recommend this apartment and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central location

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019