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Karrawa Guest House

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Kirkwall guest house

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Front of property
Free self parking
Reception
Free daily full breakfast
Standard Twin Room | Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Inganess Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1SP
  • Highland Park Distillery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Earl's Palace
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room (Small) | Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room (Small)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room | Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall

Close to the beach.You'll find Highland Park Distillery and Bishop's Palace within a 15-minute walk of this Kirkwall guesthouse. Earl's Palace and St. Magnus Cathedral are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Highland Park Distillery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bishop's Palace - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Earl's Palace - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Orkney Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Trenabies - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sunbean Coffee House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Empire Chinese Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Karrawa Guest House

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Kirkwall guest house
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Karrawa Guest House also features a terrace and a garden. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Kirkwall guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Karrawa Guest House offers 6 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Jun 21 - Jun 22
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 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 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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 accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Karrawa Guest House to the airport?

Karrawa Guest House is 2.6 mi (4-min drive) away from the Kirkwall (KOI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Karrawa Guest House?

As of Jun 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karrawa Guest House on Jun 22, 2025 start from $180.07, 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 Karrawa Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Karrawa Guest House.

How close is Karrawa Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.1 mi (7-min drive) from Scapa Beach and 5.8 mi (19-min drive) from Mill Sand. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Karrawa Guest House offer free breakfast?

Karrawa Guest House offers free full breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Karrawa Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Karrawa Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Karrawa Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Karrawa Guest House have a pool?

Karrawa Guest House does not have a pool.

Does Karrawa Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Karrawa Guest House to downtown Kirkwall?

Karrawa Guest House is 0.8 mi away from Kirkwall.

Karrawa Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the ease of parking. We arrived at midnight and the host greeted us at arrival and was helpful. Breakfasts were very nice. The hosts were kind, helpful, but not intrusive.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Fyona is helpful and friendly. Breakfast was made to order and excellent. Accommodations were spotless. This property is not in the heart of the city but it is an easy walk in.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean hotel with a nice breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, good bathroom facilities, lovely breakfast room and everything was clean and fresh. The breakfast had a good choice and was always produced promptly and the staff were attentive without being intrusive. Expecially enjoyed the haggis for breakfast. Will certainly return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Una

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

Great Orcadian Hospitality

Lovely modern guesthouse with very hospitable hostess. Extensive breakfast menu using local suppliers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Karrawa Guest House was perfect for our 3 night stay in Orkney! Breakfast was excellent. Fiona was so helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin, Maumee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fyona was a wonderful hostess and the breakfasts were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, fantastic breakfast and warm welcome from host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don Neil

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

Amazing

Really nice place to stay and food was amazing (even the black pudding 😉)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald J M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We highly recommend the Karrawa Guest House. It was very clean and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent every day. The host went above and beyond to ensure a fantastic stay. Definitely the best we’ve stayed at.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
welcoming and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean, Plymouth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, clean and quiet, nice breakfast. Host was very nice. Highly recommend Karrawa Guest House.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food and service excellent. Just a bit too far for a comfortable easy walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

A really great week on an enchanting island

We had the best of experiences possible. Everything was just perfect. All the furniture and fittings are as new and everything worked as it should. Couldn't find a fault. As a guest house you couldn't find better. Fyona is really very helpful with superb breakfasts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality, very friendly host, wonderful breakfast and easy parking for our car
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Coburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room and bathroom. Nice breakfast. Host very approachable and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Carefully planned guesthouse in Kirkwall suburb. Well maintained facilities, really clean, good breakfast option including vegetarian, ample off street parking. Only issue was key access following a late arrival, but Fyona graciously refunded for that night. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No heating during the day. £20 for one washing machine load/no ironing. Last breakfast sitting 8.30.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023