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Albert Hotel

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Kirkwall hotel

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2 bars/lounges
2 bars/lounges
Lobby
Front of property
Fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1JZ
  • St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Earl's Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Bishop's Palace
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall

In Kirkwall .At this hotel, you'll be steps from Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral. Orkney Museum and Earl's Palace are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Orkney Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Earl's Palace - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bishop's Palace - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Highland Park Distillery - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sunbean Coffee House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Empire Chinese Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Albert Hotel

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Kirkwall hotel
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. Albert Hotel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3-star Kirkwall hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Albert Hotel offers 18 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. This Kirkwall hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 23 and January 4.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 20.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Albert Hotel Kirkwall
Albert Kirkwall
Albert Hotel Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Albert Hotel Hotel
Albert Hotel Kirkwall
Albert Hotel Hotel Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

How close is Albert Hotel to the airport?

Albert Hotel is 3.6 mi (9-min drive) away from the Kirkwall (KOI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Albert Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Albert Hotel.

How close is Albert Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.8 mi (7-min drive) from Scapa Beach and 6.8 mi (23-min drive) from Mill Sand. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Albert Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Albert Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 20.00 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Albert Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Albert Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Albert Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Albert Hotel have a pool?

Albert Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Albert Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Albert Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Albert Hotel to downtown Kirkwall?

Albert Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Kirkwall.

Albert Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 235 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and quiet hotel, restaurant food was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel in Orkney
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean & basic but comfortable. Street parking free after 5pm - 9 am nearby. Stairs & lift available. Had dinner in pub after a couple of beers and was good. Barmaid Anita brilliant!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is fine for a short stay in Kirkwall. Limited vegetarian options for food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

The hotel was clean and the bed was very comfortable! You couldn’t ask for a more friendlier and accommodating staff!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel booked at last minute. Staff were friendly and helpful, rooms were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal hib for our stay.

Spacious room, and an ideal hub for our holiday. Slightly off the main routes, but convenient for harbour, information centre, bus station, etc The main restaurant was fully booked on our first evening, but the bar area could accomodate us and had the same menu. Friendly staff and a good choice of food, so we went back there throughout our stay. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kapila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Central kirkwall lovely hotel

Lovely room & ensuite bathroom. I enjoyed my evening meal and breakfast- food was very good. Staff were friendly and pleasant and very very helpful. On the day i was leaving, i was able to return and shower after parkrun , even though this was after check out time.I really appreciated this as meant i was clean fir my last day of tiuring in orkney. Id be very pleased to return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mary A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Week in Orkney

The location can’t be beat! Our window was right above the entrance to the pub and did get a bit noisy. The bathroom was good and the bed was okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

M

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Underwhelming

This hotel is clean and comfortable. There are no reception staff so its not welcoming. Its under staffed and staff need more training on how to welcome people especially at breakfast. The staff they do have are very nice. Over priced
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Food and service in the pub was excellent. Breakfast was quite good, though maybe a little slow. The rooms are dated, but comfortable and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peta-Anne

Hard to find. Staff were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely accommodations great location and delicious food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very, very nice Hotel.

The entire staff was polite, friendly, SUPER HELPFUL, and professional. We stayed in room 208. It was huge and it has a large bath tub which is always lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay!

Great visit to Kirkwall! The Albert hotel was fantastic! It is an older property decorated very nicely! Our room was upgraded to a larger room because there were 2of us! The meal we had in the restaurant was the best we had in our visit to the Orkney’s. The staff was so accommodating and helpful. I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it for anyone headed to the Orkney Islands
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

It was as all hotels should be.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not impressed

Noisy location with a lot of noise outside at the weekend and youths shouting at each other when the bars in the surrounding area close. Very poor quality breakfast, the bacon and sausage were over cooked - perhaps even deep fried. The room was okay but tired and not worth what we were charged in mid January (off season).
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024