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40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall KW15 1DN, Scotland
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The Orkney Hotel
Ranked #6 of 10 hotels in Kirkwall
4.0 of 5 stars 90 Reviews
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Bournemouth, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Central delight, excellent value”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2011
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I stayed at the Orkney on my way south from Stronsay. It was a most enjoyable experience with its central location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable room with a wonderful view of Kirkwall gardens and roof tops. Above all, the best breakfast I have had in a very long while, cooked to perfection by the charming Chicago born proprietress with the sheltered garden to feast my eyes on. An experience to remember with great pleasure, hopefully to be repeated soon.

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  • Stayed October 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Maine
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great Hotel in an Excellent Location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011
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My father and I stayed here for several days this past July. Our room was very nice and the foods was excellent as well. The hotel was very well located and has a great staff. We had breakfast at the hotel each morning and dinner there a couple of nights. We couldn't complain about a thing. I would definitely stay there again.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Brush Prairie, Washington
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Beautiful hotel, great location, wonderful hospitality”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2011

The rooms were nice and spacious. The staff was very helpful. The food was very good. The hotel is located in the center of Kirkwall within walking distance of the Cathedral and castle. The only issue we had is being a family of 5, we were not able to have our two rooms close to one another.

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“One of the best places for diner in Orkney.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2011 via mobile

We didn't stay at the hotel but we had dinner one evening and we can't fault it. Very impressed by the accommodating, attentive service, good local food and appearance of the restaurant. We were not disappointed what so ever and came away very happy.

  • Stayed August 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
“Very good value hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 August 2011

Very friendly staff, breakfasts and dinner were generous and of high quality. Hotel is in a central position and very handy for shops restaurants etc. We would certainly go back

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Address: 40 Victoria Street, Kirkwall KW15 1DN, Scotland

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