About this property
Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbour. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms are each equipped with a flat-screen TV, telephone and free tea and coffee. Sea view rooms are available, whilst all have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Ironing facilities are available on request. Cooked breakfasts are on offer in the Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments’ restaurant, which also provides lunch, bar and evening menus. Local ingredients are used, including Orkney Lamb, steaks and freshly caught fish. The North Isles Ferries are just a few minutes’ walk away, and the Aberdeen/Lerwick ferry terminal is only 2 miles away. Kirkwall is Mainland Orkney’s largest town, and has bars and restaurants within 5 minutes’ walk of the hotel. Free parking is provided, with ancient sites such as Skara Brae are all within a 30-minute drive.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Charles
United Kingdom“The breackfast was plentiful, but the choices were limited. The sea front location with adequate free parking was excellent.” - Michele United Kingdom“The location was great. Central but with a view of the harbour. The annex was quiet and the bed was very comfortable. The staff were all friendly and helpful.”
- Colin
Australia“Great value for money and well positioned for a wander around the town and port. Good food. Staff were great.” 
David United Kingdom“Great breakfast. Hotel is right by the harbour, two min walk from town centre”- Anna United Kingdom“Located in centre overlooking the harbour. Easy to wander around. Didn't eat at hotel but looked good. Room spacious and welcoming. Comfy bed and pillows.”
- Suzanne
United States“Comfortable rooms, great location and nice public space” - Deidre United Kingdom“Size of the accommodation, cleanliness, location and parking.”
- Pietro
Italy“This hotel is well located in Kirkwall and has everything one needs for a short stay. The staff on duty is very helpful although they run between restaurant , bar and reception , in order to meet the Customers needs, When available they are...” - Lucie United Kingdom“Room felt newly renovated and was very clean with a comfortable bed. Great location. We had a lovely dinner in the restaurant followed by drinks in the bar accompanied by a local folk group who made the night extra special!”
- Helen Australia“Great base for exploring the amazing Orkney islands. Very good location for exploring Kirkwall too. Rooms are spacious and well appointed. Two couples shared a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment. Staff were friendly and bought us a fan as it was warm...”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineScottish
- AmbianceFamily friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
When booking 5 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply
