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Royal Oak Guest House

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

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Lounge
Dining
Lobby
Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Holm Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1PY
  • Highland Park Distillery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Earl's Palace
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room (King Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

  • 64 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall

In Kirkwall .Within a 15-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Highland Park Distillery and Bishop's Palace. Earl's Palace and Orkney Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Highland Park Distillery - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bishop's Palace - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Earl's Palace - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Orkney Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sunbean Coffee House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Empire Chinese Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Royal Oak Guest House

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Kirkwall guest house
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Royal Oak Guest House also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Kirkwall guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Royal Oak Guest House offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 28-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

This Kirkwall guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 28-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Royal Oak Guest House Kirkwall
Royal Oak Guest House Guesthouse
Royal Oak Guest House Guesthouse Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

How close is Royal Oak Guest House to the airport?

Royal Oak Guest House is 2.8 mi (5-min drive) away from the Kirkwall (KOI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Oak Guest House?

As of May 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Oak Guest House on May 30, 2025 start from $171.4, 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 Royal Oak Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Oak Guest House.

How close is Royal Oak Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 1.8 mi (6-min drive) from Scapa Beach and 6 mi (20-min drive) from Mill Sand. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Oak Guest House offer free breakfast?

Royal Oak Guest House offers free full breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Oak Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Royal Oak Guest House?

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

Is there free parking at Royal Oak Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Royal Oak Guest House have a pool?

Royal Oak Guest House does not have a pool.

Does Royal Oak Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Royal Oak Guest House to downtown Kirkwall?

Royal Oak Guest House is 0.6 mi away from Kirkwall.

Royal Oak Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a beautiful place to stay. Good parking. People were very friendly. Comfy beds. Lovely fresh towels. Tea/coffee available. Breakfast was really good. Good choices and a great start to the day. Will definitely stay there again if in Kirkwall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, the rooms are modern and clean. Breakfast is great as many options. The host are very friendly and helpful. I highly recommend it and will book this place next time I’m in Orkney.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Traveled with family
Great place. It is walking distance to shops and the harbour. Eric cooked super breakfasts that were tasty and filling. The hosts are eager to accommodate guests. The guest rooms are quiet with good amenities. I highly recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable. Beautiful view from the lounge
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for exploring the Orkney main land. Rooms was lovel, very clean. Breakfast was excellent and owner friendly and professional. I would highly recommend the Royal Oak Guesthouse
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

Best B&B in Orkney

Very good place and an excellent host. Very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All OK
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed a few nights as we looked around the area. Our room was spacious and had all we needed. Eric was very friendly and provided great breakfasts with flexibility. It was easy to talk to others when we wanted, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely lovely b&b. Really nice owners, great, fresh breakfast, super location. Room was really nice and comfortable. My only complaint would be that it could do with blackout curtains
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Owner and family friendly and helpful plus breakfast was excellent- thanks to Eric
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Run by LOVELY people. Very clean. Perfect lounge area where you can use a wee fridge and heat up food in the microwave with plates, utensils, etc. Lovely breakfast in the morning. Easy parking. My only complaint is it is a little farther from the main area with all the shops. However there is a LIDL close by and we had fish and chips close by filled with locals, that was delicious. Staying right down by the shops was a lot more money, so the walk was worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room. Friendly, helpful owners. Breakfast was as we requested. We had a lovely stay here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

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

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the pedestrian mall. About 20 minutes walk into town. Great breakfast. Clean and quiet. Nice owners who are read to give recommendations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

rosemary

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

Comfortable and friendly

Lovely 2nights in this guest house Host Eric was very friendly and courteous and great breakfast cook. Got to meet mum as Alice was busy with the couple’s new arrival 💞. Would highly. Kitchen area on the common room if wish to prepare quick snack this is a great idea ✅
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Everything is good.

Everything is good. Warm welcome from Eric, nice breakfast with various choices, even homemade jam. The room is so clean and spotless. Excellent arrangement from the host even with our short notice of breakfast time due to the local tour. So quiet neighbourhood and we had nice sleep. Walk to city centre takes about 30 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome, newly refurbished room, tasty breakfast, great advice for evening meal options. If we ever get back up here, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host very hospitable very informitive food good would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023