Polrudden Guest House

Polrudden is a roomy guest house on Peerie Sea Loan, set back behind a curving path and lawn on a quiet pocket of Kirkwall. It's a generous, practical place with plenty of bedrooms and easy parking, the sort of base that works just as well for a touring couple as for a family on the move.

Rooms & comfort

The bedrooms come in a range of layouts to suit different parties, dressed in warm tartan throws over crisp linen, with a double-and-single arrangement in some and twin beds in others, all kept tidy with fresh towels laid out. One room has handy pine louvre wardrobes, a TV and a hospitality tray with the kettle and cups, while the bathrooms are bright and tiled with a mirror cabinet over the basin. There's a TV in the rooms and free WiFi for guests.

Where you'll sleep

Expect comfortable doubles, twins and family-friendly rooms with good storage and tea-and-coffee on hand, paired with clean, practical bathrooms. The mix of bed configurations makes it an easy fit for couples and families alike.

Step outside

Out front there's a lawn and a winding path with a picnic table, a pleasant place to sit out, and the wider gardens give the property a calm, green feel away from any bustle.

The setting

You're close to the centre of Kirkwall, with St Magnus Cathedral, the harbour, shops and restaurants within reach, plus quick access to the ferries and the roads out across Mainland Orkney.

Perfect for

A solid choice for families and groups who need flexible room layouts, parking and free WiFi, with a comfortable, welcoming feel and the town close by.