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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
Front of property
2 bars/lounges
Lobby
Fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1JZ
  • Place, Orkney Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl's Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

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

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

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 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

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

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 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
(10 reviews)
  • 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 - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skipper's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Helgi's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬3 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Albert Hotel?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Albert Hotel on Jan 9, 2026 start from $131.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 153 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 264 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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel near the harbour and town centre. Helpful and friendly staff. Nice quiet room with very comfortable beds and powerful showe.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We liked the hotel, liked our room, the staff, etc. But we had a room with an adjoining door and it was paper thin. We could hear the neighbors' conversation, the TV , a sneeze. We also had the misfortune of being right above the pub on a Saturday night. Otherwise, would stay at the Albert again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No free parking, at the price being charged I would expect free parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was not for the hotel had to use paid town lot of long term stay a distance away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralf-Eckard

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with recently refurbished rooms. Had everything you needed. Comfortable bed and great shower. Very handy for all of the town. Parking options available which were in easy reach of the hotel. Bar was lovely and so was the food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely nothing to grumble over here comfortably bed and bedding a bath along with shower with hot water, new hotel clean bright and the staff I met were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the best hotels we have stayed at. The suite was a very creative design and so comfortable. The staff were amazing in how they made sure we were comfortable. The hotel is absolutely gorgeous in its design which is relatively newly renovated we understood. The management was so helpful . They kept our bags safely until we left for the night ferry. The bar was great and the food at both the bar and restaurant very tasty and reasonable in cost. Also need to mention the staff at Northline ferry who helped us secure comfortable return trip and the tourist information !! A very special place is Kirkwall!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great! Easy shower to operate. Soft bed. Refreshing water when we got there. The breakfast was freaking awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yann

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

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

Great experience !

Accommodations were very comfortable and attractive. Enjoyed the historic ambience, and the walkability of the location. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Every thing was basically good, staff are nice, hotel is clean a new, the only problem was the noise from the bar and event room kept us up both nights until gone midnight. Not ideal for c£200 a night
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff went out of its way to make sure the guests’ needs are met. Great location. I’ll stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable , enjoyable stay, friendly helpful staff. Please put a sign for the hotel on the end wall facing car park. Arriving tired off 11pm ferry and following SATNAV to car park it was a problem finding the front door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lars Erik

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Beautiful room. No issue arriving late on the ferry from Aberdeen. No parking but easy to find free on the road parking nearby. Lovely and plentiful breakfast but as this was not included in my booking we were surprised to discover it was so expensive (£18 each). Fabulous location which means you can walk to everything in Kirkwall and easily drive to anywhere on the main island. Could be a good base for a long stay on Orkney.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room, clean. I’ll stay there next time I come to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant room, great view and clean. Water bottle was welcome touch for those of us who don't drink hot drinks. Only negative was the bed was a bit lumpy, but nothing to stop me sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! Its location near the harbor and right by the main restaurants and sites in Kirkwall is really convenient and safe - with fun things to do all around. The staff were all very pleasant and the pub and restaurant were nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a standard and convenient hotel. The bed was comfortable and it was fairly quiet. No parking outside but we were able to park up close to drop off our bags. Long stay parking wasn't far but quite busy in May so will only get busier during summer months.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Room comfort

Good central hotel

Nice hotel in the centre of Kirkwall. Street parking was easy enough and you didn't have to pay overnight. The room was far too warm with all of the heaters on full-blast which was not very eco-friendly. We turned all of them off. The hotel restaurant was nice with good grub. The room was comfy although a little dated. We had a few drinks in the Bothy bar but didn't feel very welcome, the bar staff didn't seem keen to serve us. We wanted to try some local whisky, but felt like we were a nuisance for asking. It probably would have been fine if we'd just gone into the bar for a beer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jupiter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well located within walking distance of shopping and the harbour. We ate at the restaurant for our evening meals, and the food was good. I had the local scallops, and they were the best scallops I have ever had. We had continental breakfast at the hotel and there was a nice variety for breakfast including boiled eggs, and local cheese. The bed was really uncomfortable, and I slept with my head lower than my feet as it slopped down. The pillows were hard. We felt the property was not great value for the amount we paid. As accommodation is hard to find in Kirkwall, this means the cost of a night's accommodation is more expensive. We paid 200 pound per night for a couple, and this did not include breakfast. The breakfast was an extra 13 pound per person.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025