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The Anchorage

1.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this South Ronaldsay hostel

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A stone building with a wooden door and a small porch area.
A kitchen with a large window, a stainless steel range hood, and two potted plants on the windowsill.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a plant, and a window with curtains.
A stone building with a wooden door, windows, and a flower box on the ground floor.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a utensil rack.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Front Rd, South Ronaldsay, Scotland, KW17 2SL
  • Place, Hoxa Tapestry Gallery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sand of Wright
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a mirror, and a door.

Double Room

  • 75 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a television mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Single Room

  • 54 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a white sink, mirror, toilet, and shower.

Triple Room

  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | WiFi (free)

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, Private Bathroom | WiFi (free)

Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • 54 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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).
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What's nearby

  • Hoxa Tapestry Gallery - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Sand of Wright - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre - 7 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Olav's Wood - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robertson's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Polly Kettle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Creel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Commodore - ‬12 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.

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No onsite parking is available. This property only accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Anchorage?

As of Aug 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Anchorage on Aug 22, 2026 start from $118, including 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 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

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Drew

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

Nice stay

Comfortable stay friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay. Bathroom was good with plenty of hot water. Bed could have been better and there was no where to sit besides the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good stay with an amazing view

Perfectly fine - room was clean and tidy. Eco friendliness? Didn’t see any dolphins murdered so must be dandy. Good value for money. Few minor areas of disrepair that could be improved (e.g windows don’t stay open and room was hot).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025