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The Kirkwall Hotel
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Welcome to The Kirkwall Hotel - Your Gateway to Orkney Adventures!
Nestled right by the stunning harbour of Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel is the perfect spot for your next getaway. With a high-quality restaurant and bar that will make your taste buds dance, this stylish 4-star hotel is just a hop, skip, and jump away from the bustling shopping area. Plus, you can enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking—who doesn’t love that?
Each of our cozy rooms comes with en suite bathroom facilities featuring a shower or bath, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries to pamper yourself. You’ll also find a flat-screen TV, telephone, and tea and coffee facilities to keep you entertained and refreshed.
Start your day off right with a freshly cooked breakfast that includes local butchers’ sausages, haggis, black pudding, free-range eggs, and locally baked bread. Yum! For lunch or dinner, the Harbour View Restaurant serves up extensive menus that highlight the best local produce, while Skippers Bar offers a relaxed vibe to sip on Orkney ales or whiskies right by the water.
When you’re ready to explore, you’re in luck! Kirkwall is brimming with attractions like the Orkney Museum and the stunning 12th-century Saint Magnus Cathedral. And if you’re in the mood for some fun, the Pickaquoy leisure centre and cinema is just a leisurely 15-minute stroll from the hotel.
Couples particularly love our location, giving it a fabulous rating of 9.4 for romantic getaways. So why wait? Check out our Kirkwall lodging options and book your stay today! Whether you're here for a weekend or a week, you’re sure to enjoy the charm of this delightful spot. Don’t forget to explore our amazing hotel stays for an unforgettable experience!
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Harbour Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1LE, United Kingdom
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Bookable experiences nearby
The four closest things to do, see and book — all within easy reach of The Kirkwall Hotel.
Guided tour0.3 km away
Kirkwall Walking Tour
Three to four hours pacing Orkney's tiny capital with a guide who knows which 12th-century saint is buried in which pillar — and why that matters more than the gift shop.
Guided tour0.3 km away
Orkney Highlights Private Tour
A private, full-day spin through Orkney's headline acts: Skara Brae, the Italian Chapel and a side of Viking lore, with Scapa Tours doing the driving and the awkward questions.
Guided tour0.3 km away
Treasures of Orkney: Private Half-Day Tour from Kirkwall
Four hours, five thousand years and a private guide — the headline Neolithic sites of West Mainland with a vehicle to yourself, prised in around a ferry or a ship's gangway.
Guided tour0.3 km away
Orkney Mainland Private Tour
Seven hours covering all of Mainland — the misnamed largest island — from Skara Brae and Brodgar in the west to the Italian Chapel and Churchill Barriers in the east, with you setting the pace.
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