Title: The Orkney 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) # The Orkney Hotel Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Bishop's Palace ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/ac0edba1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/d2c6a1bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/d8110c38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/777c321e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/e190a846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the heart of Orkney Islands, The Orkney Hotel offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Savor full breakfast, unwind in the garden or library, enjoy British cuisine at Garden View Restaurant, connect with free WiFi and take advantage of laundry facilities - all within walking distance to Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Room service - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Parking included £150 includes taxes & fees 29 Oct - 30 Oct ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 28 - Oct 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&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=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&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=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=21312501&PinnedHotelID=21312501&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Standard Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/8e23aec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Single Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Digital channels Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/da08e81f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Digital channels Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/da08e81f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Jetted bath Hairdryer Shower/bath combination Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Digital channels - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/3c6f02f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Digital channels Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/e190a846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Digital channels Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Executive Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/84884bfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Single Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Digital channels Desk Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKirkwall-Hotels-The-Orkney-Hotel.h21312501.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKirkwall-Hotels-The-Orkney-Hotel.h21312501.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Kirkwall, The Orkney Hotel is in the city centre. Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, visit Scapa Distillery. St. Magnus Cathedral and Highland Park Distillery are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Kirkwall travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkwall.dx1883) ![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%7C58.98014%2C-2.96129&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EaBeYVpvIL2GstAaDzeNv3o3COs=) 40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1DN ### What's nearby - St. Magnus Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Earl's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Bishop's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Orkney Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Highland Park Distillery - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Kirkwall (KOI) - 6 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬9 min walk - ‪Skipper's - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Storehouse - ‬7 min walk - ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬5 min walk - ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### The Orkney Hotel Hotel near St. Magnus Cathedral Located close to Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace, The Orkney Hotel provides free full breakfast, a garden and a library. The on-site British cuisine restaurant, Garden View Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property, a banquet hall and luggage storage - An off-lead area Room features All guestrooms at The Orkney Hotel have comforts such as free WiFi and room service. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping ## 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 £74 includes taxes & fees 13 Nov - 14 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&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 £113 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&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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A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Garden View Restaurant ### Things to do - Library ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden ### 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 (may have limitations) ### More - Banquet hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Room service ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Early check-in subject to availability Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 16 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Late check-out subject to availability ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Renovations and closures The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 23 December to 8 January: - Bar/Lounge - Dining venue The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day: - Bar/lounge - Dining venue - Front desk ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees An off-lead area is available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 12 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees 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, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit 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 Orkney Hotel Kirkwall Orkney Hotel Orkney Kirkwall The Orkney Hotel Hotel The Orkney Hotel Kirkwall The Orkney Hotel Hotel Kirkwall ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Orkney Hotel pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Orkney Hotel? > As of 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Orkney Hotel on 29 Oct 2025 start from £150.0, 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-The-Orkney-Hotel.h21312501.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Orkney Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Orkney Hotel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at The Orkney Hotel? > Checkout is at 11 AM. ### Where is The Orkney Hotel located? > Located in the heart of Kirkwall, this hotel is steps away from Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. St. Magnus Cathedral and Highland Park Distillery are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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