Title: St Ola Hotel 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) # St Ola Hotel Ocean breezes and convenience combine at this welcoming coastal hotel where hearty breakfasts start the day and two bars offer perfect evening relaxation spots ## Photo gallery for St Ola Hotel ![Front of property - St Ola Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/abc8fb07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - St Ola Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/5a8027ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bars/lounges - St Ola Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/3ae6178b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi - St Ola Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/e34cc10b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - St Ola Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/43bf525d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies St Ola Hotel, by the ocean, offers a peaceful retreat with practical amenities. Enjoy in-room WiFi, complimentary coffee or tea in the lobby, on-site laundry, full breakfast options, and unwind at either of the two bars. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available - Bar - Laundry room ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 7 - Jan 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 8 - Jan 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 9 - Jan 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Single Room (Room 2) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/b1c7bdd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room (Room 2) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room (Room 6) ![Superior Double Room (Room 6) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/acfb837d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room (Room 6) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/b410ebf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room (Room 1) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/fa338327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room (Room 1) ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Twin Room ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/e8a85b81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Standard Single Room ![Standard Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/b0f9ff75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Full breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and luggage storage - Smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at St Ola Hotel feature perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and room service. 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GBP 9.95 per person - 2 bars/lounges - A restaurant - Coffee and tea in common areas ### Family friendly - In-room cot - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Free cot ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV - IPod dock ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - midnight Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 9.95 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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; cash is not accepted 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 ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as St Ola Hotel Kirkwall St Ola Hotel St Ola Kirkwall St Ola St. Ola Hotel Kirkwall, Orkney Islands St Ola Hotel Kirkwall St Ola Hotel Guesthouse St Ola Hotel Guesthouse Kirkwall ## Frequently asked questions ### Is St Ola Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at St Ola Hotel? ### What time is check-in at St Ola Hotel? ### What time is check-out at St Ola Hotel? ### Where is St Ola Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## St Ola Hotel Reviews 7.6 ### Good 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) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 19 8 - Good 31 6 - Okay 12 4 - Poor 7 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara 3 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Staff was very helpful and friendly. Facilities a bit long in the tooth ##### Barbara Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James 29 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location Very close to ferry’s and bars and restaurants ##### James Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Gary 25 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, especially in the restaurant which also had great meals. Room was a bit jaded, with view of a wall and low doorway into a tiny bathroom. Parking was a pain with time limits outside and the free space round the back not inspiring confidence about the security of our bikes. ##### Gary Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Linda 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Room was ok, but beds had very hard mattresses. Noise from extracts and chillers from kitchen kept us awake. Whole hotel could do with a re vamp ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### David 3 Oct 2022 Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I usually pay a lot less for a lot more ##### David Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan 14 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Good for a one night stay Quick overnight stay after a late ferry from the Shetlands. Clean, breakfast was really good. Hotel dated but had everything you required ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Colin 3 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities #### Tired room Hotel is nice but the room was in major need of an update. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F537CD9C95D761B495660A8DE312E7C88BBE4A961638537001726.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Colin Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 14 Sept 2021 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location but very dated noisy hotel Stayed at the hotel Friday Saturday Sunday room allocated(no 1) was over the bar area and overlooking bins and smoking shelter. Friday/Saturday bar open until after one in the morning and was very noisy. I would say the room is not suitable to be used at weekends. The room itself is very dated and dull with badly stained carpet. On the plus side staff were friendly and polite.Sadly won’t be staying here again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 27 Aug 2021 Liked: Staff & service #### St Olas Kirkwall Centrally located, with reasonable food. A bit dated, and very expensive, but it was booked in height of season when everyone was staycationing during Covid ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 3 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A great place to stay The St. Ola Hotel is very convenient with easy access to the harbor and shops in Kirkwall. The staff were friendly and helpful, offering input on the best places to see on the island. ##### Mark Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Cato 21 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hyggelig på Kirkwall Bodde en natt i forbindelse med jobb. Hadde Superior dobbelt rom. Helt OK. Vannkoker med Kaffe og Te på rommet, påfyll av Kaffe, sukker, melk tilgjengelig i gang, veldig bra. Liker en fordrive tiden med å se TV, var det kun mindre skjerm, så glem å se TV fra sengen. Veldig hyggelig personale. Bor gjerne der igjen om jeg skulle behøve overnatting i Kirkwall. Merk, Resepsjon er nattestengt så du får nøkkel til ytterdør sammen med romnøkkel. ##### Cato Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Andrew 7 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Basic but comfortable Not bad for the price, good location on the harbour front, friendly helpful staff. ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Drew 1 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice hotel Nice hotel room looking over the harbour. Very comfortable & staff lovely ##### Drew Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We loved this hotel. All the workers were excellent and worked so hard for us. We appreciated all the efforts and the Orkney Islands as one of the most special places to go in the world. St Ola was perfect for us in its unique characteristics and wonderful staff. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 3 Jul 2019 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The beds were the most uncomfortable I have ever slept in, room was dark and dreary, really in need of some tlc ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Alan 23 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Welcoming hotel Didn’t get there till gone 11pm off the ferry on a windy February night. Welcoming staff, nice bar area and a warm clean room. Hotel overlooking the harbour. Would definitely recommend ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank 28 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A great place to stay and visit!! Nostalgia trip. Dad based on the ships at Scapa Flow. The Hotel, things to see, public transport, people in general, had a ruddy good tie and will most definitely be returning to the Orkneys and using the same hotel. There’s so much to do and see. Highly recommend St OlaHotel!! ##### Frank Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lesley 30 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities People (staff?)talking loudly in doorway, blocking entry - not great. Long wait for someone to come to checkin counter - not great. Friendly and helpful staff eventually - good. Thin walls to rooms meaning noise until well after midnight - not great. Restaurant service and food OK. ##### Lesley Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 27 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### まずまず使い勝手の良いホテル 場所は最高！中心地で港に面してます。 お部屋も設備はまずまず。 周辺にお店はありますが、ホテルの一階にレストランとバーもあるので、悪天候の時などは楽。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### jerry, jerslev , danmark 22 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Hotel lige ved havnen..Nemt at komme til midt byen og seværdigheder... ##### jerry Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice 10 Sept 2018 #### Great hotel and good value This hotel has an amazingly helpful and responsive staff. The room was also very clean and tidy. Access to many local tourist sites was excellent and the site also was a great coordinating point for meeting others arriving on my tour. ##### Alice Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 16 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Room comfort If you want to stay awake half the night with noise from bar and street... come here! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 31 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Prime location but pricey for what it is This hotel is ideally placed for the centre of Kirkwall. Everything is in walking distance in terms of cafes, restaurants, pubs and local shops. You'll need to have a car or a tour booked to see some of the historic sites on the mainland or other islands of course. Only complaints were the shower didn't have too much pressure and the bed was quite hard. One of our nights was a Friday and there were a lot of folk out in the street quite merry after the pub kicking out time at 1am so we were woken up, it quickly gets quiet though. Just remember it is a 3 star location so the amenities match this, as opposed to the price of the room which we felt was excessive for what it was. Orkney was inclredible though, so we were happy with our stay. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian v 31 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Historic hotel on the waterfront, nice facade but precious little historical character remains inside. My room had everything I needed but was nothing special. No problems with noise, though it was early in the week. Hard-working and versatile friendly staff. I ate dinner twice in the restaurant, really enjoyed the food, and as a vegetarian it was nice to have a few choices; breakfast was fairly average though. Parking out front was in keen demand and it could be difficult to find a (legal) spot at times. ##### Brian v Stayed 1 night in May 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 22 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Popular Location Previous reviews seem accurate. Excellent central location right on the dock, right on a popular strip of eateries and other hotels (with restaurants). This hotel's restaurant was good, too. Yes, it was a bit on the loud side late on a Saturday (other colleagues had same issue at different hotel the same night). Very quiet though on the following Sunday. Consider the day of the week you book. Staff seemed gracious. Very busy on Saturday night. Clean. 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