Title: The Anchorage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=115145429&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Anchorage Hostel in South Ronaldsay ## Photo gallery for The Anchorage ![Exterior - The Anchorage (South Ronaldsay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/w1080h1436x0y5-c6ebfe4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Anchorage (South Ronaldsay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/w1079h809x0y1-480f8aaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Anchorage (South Ronaldsay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/2f25c018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room | Free WiFi - The Anchorage (South Ronaldsay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/05252d24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Anchorage (South Ronaldsay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/8aa5fdbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Anchorage provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Smoke-free property and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at The Anchorage include amenities, such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens - Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils and heating ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7067100/7067041/d5039cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Murray Arms Hotel South Ronaldsay - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 151 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=7067041&PinnedHotelID=7067041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 Wi-Fi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 226 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 24 Jan - 25 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/a45c94fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Albert Hotel Kirkwall - 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Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 173 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=15644534&PinnedHotelID=15644534&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Family friendly - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room microwave - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating (climate-controlled) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 only accepts cash ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as The Anchorage South Ronaldsay The Anchorage Hostel/Backpacker accommodation The Anchorage Hostel/Backpacker accommodation South Ronaldsay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Anchorage pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Anchorage? ### What time is check-in at The Anchorage? ### What time is check-out at The Anchorage? ### Where is The Anchorage located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Anchorage Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Drew 17 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice stay Comfortable stay friendly staff ##### Drew Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort One night stay. Bathroom was good with plenty of hot water. Bed could have been better and there was no where to sit besides the bed. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a pleasure to stay with Shona this week. Very friendly and prompt communication. Upon arrival was a friendly welcome and tour of the property which was modernly styled, very spacious, and immaculate. The large kitchen has no shortage of storage, fridge/freezer space, very large oven, hobs, pans, crockery, utensils etc. and spacious dining area for 8, couldn't ask for more!!! Add to that an ideal location which is right next to the ferry port (first house on the left when leaving the ferry terminal) and just opposite the post office/local store right at the heart of the village. There is also plenty of parking outside / nearby and is nice and easy to get to all of the mainland both by car and bus (stop is just outside). Would not hesitate to stay here again. Thanks Shona. ##### Ian Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Emily 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Good stay with an amazing view Perfectly fine - room was clean and tidy. Eco friendliness? Didn’t see any dolphins murdered so must be dandy. Good value for money. Few minor areas of disrepair that could be improved (e.g windows don’t stay open and room was hot). ##### Emily Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ---