Title: Castleyards Apartment 12 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Castleyards Apartment 12 Apartment in Kirkwall with kitchen and washing machine and dryer ## Photo gallery for Castleyards Apartment 12 ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34080200/34080146/6e9b474c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34080200/34080146/14168b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34080200/34080146/e3d41770.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34080200/34080146/7b70a891.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | LCD TV, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34090000/34080200/34080146/f0c3da9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Castleyards Apartment 12 provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment Sleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking included - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Castleyards Apartment 12 Apartment in Kirkwall with kitchen and washing machine and dryer Along with express check-in, this smoke-free apartment building has express check-out and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The apartment provides an LCD TV with cable channels, plus a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washer/dryer and a dining area, and other amenities include free WiFi and a sitting area. The Private bathroom is not en suite and housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodation at this apartment offers washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Kirkwall apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - 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; 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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 ## 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 ### Property is also known as Castleyards Apartment 12 Kirkwall Castleyards 12 Kirkwall Castleyards 12 Castleyards 12 Kirkwall Castleyards Apartment 12 Kirkwall Castleyards Apartment 12 Apartment Castleyards Apartment 12 Apartment Kirkwall ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.98235%2C-2.96178&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rg8V6HXLgZHDu-IYgSA4UuRlLM8=) 12 Castleyards, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1TG #### What's nearby - Orkney Museum \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - St. Magnus Cathedral \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Earl's Palace \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Bishop's Palace \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Highland Park Distillery \- 2 min drive \- 1.6 miles #### Getting around - Kirkwall (KOI) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Skipper's - ‬5 min walk - ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Storehouse - ‬5 min walk - ‪Helgi's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Castleyards Apartment 12 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Castleyards Apartment 12? ### What time is check-in at Castleyards Apartment 12? ### What time is check-out at Castleyards Apartment 12? ### Where is Castleyards Apartment 12 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Castleyards Apartment 12 Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 9.2 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa 27 May 2023 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! ##### Vanessa Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Berni 29 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Great little place Very clean, amazing apartment, fabulous location ##### Berni Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Sharon 17 Aug 2021 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0E0D80561FEF7DF5E0EEFB4EC234186852B3BCAB1629552382745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Dirty stained carpet](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1F675D4B279082280D7A0CE0A45444BE182370501629552393807.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Filthy oven racks ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/B1C35ECC9CFA14D0802E1472B3DB30D5F98EF2D51629552390714.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Disgusting oven](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/28313849CF0699E68F3457A878F18D09684C0ABE1629552361042.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sharon Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 7 Feb 2021 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. ##### Andrew Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia 4 Nov 2019 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. ##### Patricia Stayed 25 nights in Oct 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 1 Oct 2019 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Apr 2019 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Annette 5 Jul 2025 ##### Annette Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 3 Jul 2023 ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Frank 12 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great central location ##### Frank Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara 2 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Sara Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [JA Mar Hall Scotland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bishopton-Hotels-Mar-Hall-Golf-Spa-Resort.h1077249.Hotel-Information) > > [Loch Long Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-Loch-Long-Hotel.h16270964.Hotel-Information) > > [Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pitlochry-Hotels-Fonab-Castle-Hotel-Spa.h5991409.Hotel-Information) > > [The Victoria Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkcaldy-Hotels-The-Victoria-Hotel.h4482159.Hotel-Information) > > [The George Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Inveraray-Hotels-The-George-Hotel.h24458716.Hotel-Information) > > [Inglewood House and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alloa-Hotels-Inglewood-House-And-Spa.h12709295.Hotel-Information) > > [The Caledonian Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fort-William-Hotels-The-Caledonian-Hotel.h13407571.Hotel-Information) > > [Glynhill Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Renfrew-Hotels-Glynhill-Hotel.h868692.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Glasgow-Airport.h519994.Hotel-Information) > > [Moness Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aberfeldy-Hotels-Moness-Resort.h2955414.Hotel-Information) > > [The Great Western Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oban-Hotels-The-Great-Western-Hotel.h13407325.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pitlochry Hydro Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pitlochry-Hotels-The-Pitlochry-Hydro-Hotel.h1854094.Hotel-Information) > > [Dakota Eurocentral](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Motherwell-Hotels-Dakota-Eurocentral.h1516635.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waverley Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melrose-Hotels-The-Waverley-Castle-Hotel.h13431010.Hotel-Information) > > [Cameron House on Loch Lomond](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alexandria-Hotels-Cameron-House-On-Loch-Lomond.h980306.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton Hamilton Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Hamilton-Park.h33810078.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Duchally Country Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auchterarder-Hotels-CLC-Duchally-Country-Estate-Hotel-Resort.h79023.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverside Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Irvine-Hotels-Riverside-Lodge-Hotel.h8519.Hotel-Information) > > [Arrochar Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-Arrochar-Hotel.h1423391.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paisley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Glasgow-Airport.h809324.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bellshill-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Glasgow-Strathclyde.h520473.Hotel-Information) > > [Claymore Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arrochar-Hotels-CLAYMORE-HOTEL.h57956439.Hotel-Information) > > [Marine Troon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Troon-Hotels-The-Marine-Hotel.h554927.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stirling Highland Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stirling-Hotels-The-Stirling-Highland-Hotel.h558482.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont St Andrews](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Andrews-Hotels-Fairmont-St-Andrews.h663479.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunkeld House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunkeld-Hotels-Dunkeld-House-Hotel.h520427.Hotel-Information) > > [Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dundee-Hotels-Apex-City-Quay-Hotel-Spa.h897382.Hotel-Information) > > [Adamton Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prestwick-Hotels-Adamton-Country-House-Hotel.h3277768.Hotel-Information)