10/10 Excellent
Drew
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
Drew
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
The Anchorage
1.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this South Ronaldsay hostel
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Laundry
- Kitchen
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Front Rd, South Ronaldsay, Scotland, KW17 2SL
- Gills Bay Ferry Port
- Castle of Mey
- Scapa Flow Visitor Centre
- Kirkwall (KOI)27 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Triple Room
Triple Room
- 97 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Single Room
- 54 sq ft
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
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Double Room
- 75 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
About the neighborhood
South Ronaldsay
In South Ronaldsay .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this South Ronaldsay hostel, you'll find Sand of Wright and Hoxa Tapestry Gallery. Also, Banks Chambered Tomb is within 3 miles (5 km) and Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre is within 6 miles (10 km).
What's nearby
- Orkney Wine Company - 13 min drive - 8.2 miles
- Highland Park Distillery - 23 min drive - 16.2 miles
- St. Magnus Cathedral - 26 min drive - 17.5 miles
- Earl's Palace - 26 min drive - 17.5 miles
- Stromness Ferry Terminal - 52 min drive - 35.8 miles
Getting around
- Kirkwall (KOI) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
- Robertsons - 4 min walk
- Barrier View Cafe - 12 min drive
- Commodore - 12 min drive
- The Creel - 2 min walk
- Hoxa Tearoom - 7 min drive
About this property
The Anchorage
Enjoy the free WiFi at this South Ronaldsay hostel
The Anchorage offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi.
This South Ronaldsay hostel is smoke free.
- 5 guestrooms or units
- Self-service laundry
- Storage area for luggage
- Garden
- No smoking on site
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
The Anchorage offers 5 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves.
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- In-room microwave
- Laundry facilities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- No onsite parking available
Accessibility
- No elevator
Room amenities
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Shared kitchen access
- Stovetop
More
- Heating (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
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 only accepts cash
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.
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No onsite parking is available. This property only accepts cash.
Property is also known as
The Anchorage South Ronaldsay
The Anchorage Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Anchorage Hostel/Backpacker accommodation South Ronaldsay
Frequently asked questions
How close is The Anchorage to the airport?
The Anchorage is 14.5 mi (28-min drive) away from the Kirkwall (KOI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Anchorage have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Anchorage.
How close is The Anchorage to the beach?
This hostel is 2.1 mi (4-min drive) from Sand of Wright and 12.6 mi (26-min drive) from Sandi Sand. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does The Anchorage offer free breakfast?
The Anchorage does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at The Anchorage?
No, there is no casino at this hostel.
What time is check-in at The Anchorage?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.
Is there free parking at The Anchorage?
Free parking is not available at this hostel.
Does The Anchorage have a pool?
The Anchorage does not have a pool.
Does The Anchorage have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is The Anchorage to downtown South Ronaldsay?
The Anchorage is 0.4 mi away from St. Margaret's Hope.
The Anchorage Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
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0
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ian
Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Jul 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a pleasure to stay with Shona this week. Very friendly and prompt communication. Upon arrival was a friendly welcome and tour of the property which was modernly styled, very spacious, and immaculate. The large kitchen has no shortage of storage, fridge/freezer space, very large oven, hobs, pans, crockery, utensils etc. and spacious dining area for 8, couldn't ask for more!!! Add to that an ideal location which is right next to the ferry port (first house on the left when leaving the ferry terminal) and just opposite the post office/local store right at the heart of the village. There is also plenty of parking outside / nearby and is nice and easy to get to all of the mainland both by car and bus (stop is just outside). Would not hesitate to stay here again. Thanks Shona.
Ian
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025