The Orkney Hotel
Hotel, 3-star40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, United KingdomShow on map
8.0 · Very good264 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 40 Victoria Street.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Charming Accommodation in Kirkwall
Modern Amenities: The Orkney Hotel offers free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk for your convenience. Each room comes equipped with a desk, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Delicious Dining Options: Enjoy an à la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast at the hotel's restaurant. With a bar on-site, guests can unwind and enjoy a variety of beverages after a day of exploring the nearby attractions.
Convenient Location: Situated just 2.7 km from Scapa Beach, and with easy access to Maeshowe and other historic sites, The Orkney Hotel is the perfect base for your Orkney adventures. Book now for a memorable stay in Kirkwall!
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Garden
Rooms
8.0
Very good
Rated 8.0 out of 10 by 264 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.2
- Service9.2
- Location9.2
- Rooms7.2
- Amenities7.7
- Value7.2
- Food & drink8.2
Guests mention
Friendly staffGreat locationExcellent breakfast
JosephUnited StatesThe staff, the ambiance of the main rooms, the breakfast, the bar.
The room I had was cramped and musty, the window stayed open my entire visit. Although the carpert looked new, maintence was lacking, such as issues with…
ScoutAustriaÜbernachtung in Kirkwall
Gute, zentrale Lage
Das Doppelbett war fürchterlich schmal. Habe noch nie in so einem engen Bett geschlafen.
Das Frühstück war extrem dürftig. Es gab
weder Wurst, Schinken oder Käse
DarleneUnited KingdomGood
Central
Coffee at breakfast
Domus DickUnited KingdomExpensive by comparison with other locations
Cooked breakfast and porridge were good. Limited selection of other cold foods - eg croissants - or fruit to add to cereal or porridge.
Shower did not work. Hotel offered an alternative room, but we had so little time,…
JoanneUnited KingdomWonderfully located hotel
The hotel is as clean and the room was comfortable .
I thought that the property was overpriced . I was aware that it was built several centuries ago but the interior of the rooms and dining room let it down . In trying…
S.C.A.NLParkeerplek achter het hotel, ruime kamer, heerlijk bed.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Orkney Hotel
What time is check-in and check-out at The Orkney Hotel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Orkney Hotel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Orkney Hotel?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at The Orkney Hotel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Orkney Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Orkney Hotel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Orkney Hotel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The Orkney Hotel?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Orkney Hotel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Orkney Hotel?
40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall.
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