Title: Royal Oak Guest House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) # Royal Oak Guest House Guesthouse in Kirkwall with free parking ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/e9c10997.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/1fbf2135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/8fcc7c41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/f1c3f22d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/e593b589.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Royal Oak Guest House serves a full breakfast and offers practical amenities like laundry facilities and a bar. Guests appreciate the cleanliness while enjoying conveniences including WiFi, express check-out, and self-parking that make stays hassle-free. 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Laundry - Free WiFi £94 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=88345694&PinnedHotelID=88345694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/37a28e7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Desk Iron/ironing board - 64 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/ce3534ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Wardrobe Daily housekeeping - 96 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ![Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/1fbf2135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Desk Iron/ironing board - 96 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Family Room 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Wardrobe Daily housekeeping - 96 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed ### Double Room (King Room) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Desk Iron/ironing board - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/fab7609c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating LCD TV Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Digital channels Desk Iron/ironing board - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKirkwall-Hotels-Royal-Oak-Guest-House.h88345694.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKirkwall-Hotels-Royal-Oak-Guest-House.h88345694.Hotel-Information) ## 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%7C58.97354%2C-2.95294&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=M4kGcaw6urDPMvq0Mz0cHdbbCQc=) Holm Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1PY #### What's nearby - Highland Park Distillery - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Bishop's Palace - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Earl's Palace - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - St. Magnus Cathedral - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Orkney Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Kirkwall (KOI) - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪Skipper's - ‬2 min drive - ‪The Storehouse - ‬19 min walk - ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬19 min walk - ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬19 min walk ## About this property ### Royal Oak Guest House Property highlights Royal Oak Guest House provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self-parking - Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property Room features All guestrooms at Royal Oak Guest House include comforts such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Extra amenities include: - 28-inch LCD TVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers, heating and desks ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/17198405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ayre Hotel Kirkwall - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 216 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/6e6089a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Albert Hotel Kirkwall - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services 9.0 Wonderful 264 reviews £112 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=2241210&PinnedHotelID=2241210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478300/4478238/2ec90656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Shore Kirkwall - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Desk - Desk chair - Heating - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property The host will greet guests on arrival This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available 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 does not have any lifts 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 Royal Oak Guest House Kirkwall Royal Oak Guest House Guesthouse Royal Oak Guest House Guesthouse Kirkwall ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Royal Oak Guest House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Royal Oak Guest House? > As of 29 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Oak Guest House on 7 Nov 2025 start from £94.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkwall-Hotels-Royal-Oak-Guest-House.h88345694.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Royal Oak Guest House? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Royal Oak Guest House? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Royal Oak Guest House? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Royal Oak Guest House located? > Situated in Kirkwall, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Highland Park Distillery, Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. Orkney Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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