Title: St Ola Hotel 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) # St Ola Hotel Guesthouse in Kirkwall with bars/lounges and restaurant ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/abc8fb07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/7c44da28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/d4702ac5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/43bf525d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12460000/12454600/12454552/5a8027ef.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. 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Air conditioning - Housekeeping - Breakfast available - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 19 - Nov 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 20 - Nov 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 28 - Nov 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=12454552&PinnedHotelID=12454552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![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 Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![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 Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed ![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 Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![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 Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker IPod dock - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds ![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 Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Private bathroom 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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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKirkwall-Hotels-St-Ola-Hotel.h12454552.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKirkwall-Hotels-St-Ola-Hotel.h12454552.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%7C58.98468%2C-2.95925&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EgSgTOBHyDRnlZG8YjG504hSQGI=) Harbour Street, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1LE #### What's nearby - Orkney Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - St. Magnus Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Earl's Palace - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles - Bishop's Palace - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Highland Park Distillery - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles #### Getting around - Kirkwall (KOI) - 6 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Skipper's - ‬1 min walk - ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Storehouse - ‬3 min walk - ‪Helgi's - ‬1 min walk - ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### St Ola Hotel Guest house by the ocean Take advantage of laundry facilities, 2 bars and a restaurant at St Ola Hotel. 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 ### 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? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at St Ola Hotel? > There is free parking nearby. ### What time is check-in at St Ola Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at St Ola Hotel? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is St Ola Hotel located? > Situated by the ocean, this guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral. Orkney Museum and Earl's Palace are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question