- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Restaurant
See prices from 16 sites
from£71
3 Stars
See prices from 16 sites
from£71
See prices from 16 sites
from£71
1 / 66
Good to know
Harbour View Guest Room Options
Book a sea-view room to overlook the active Kirkwall harbour and ferry traffic.
Local Orkney Produce Restaurant Dining
Sample regional specialties like Orkney lamb, steaks, and fresh fish at the on-site restaurant.
Variable Room Maintenance and Decor
Some guest accommodations feature outdated bathroom fixtures and worn furniture compared to renovated areas.
Central Location Overlooking Kirkwall Harbour
Walk to the nearby town centre, Saint Magnus Cathedral, and the Orkney Museum within 5 minutes.
Spacious Self-Catering Apartment Units
Choose a self-catering apartment for additional living space and kitchen facilities located just across from the main hotel.
Limited Room Climate Control Options
Guest rooms lack air conditioning and can become warm during summer months.
Potential Noise From Corridor Doors
Guest rooms experience noise from spring-loaded fire doors slamming in the hallways.
This summary was created by AI and might not be 100% accurate.
Rooms
One Bedroom Apartment
- 1 1 Double Bed
- Sleeps 2
Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Sea View
- 1 1 Double Bed
- Sleeps 2
Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View
- 1 1 Double Bed
- Sleeps 2
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
- 1 1 Double Bed
- Sleeps 2
Compare with similar stays
Selected stay
Similar stays
- Parking
- Pets
See prices from 2 sitesfrom£154- 2 Stars
- Pets
- Restaurant
See prices from 9 sitesfrom£90 - 3 Stars
- Free WiFi
- Pets
- Restaurant
See prices from 16 sitesfrom£110 - 3 Stars
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Hotel bar
See prices from 15 sitesfrom£102 - 3 Stars
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Pets
See prices from 6 sitesfrom£149 - 3 Stars
- Free WiFi
- Pets
- Hotel bar
See prices from 9 sitesfrom£90 - Free WiFi
Select dates to see exact prices- Free WiFi
- Parking
Select dates to see exact prices- Free WiFi
- Parking
Select dates to see exact prices
Price trend
Based on lowest prices on trivago from the last 30 days
£95
£50
£0
Sat, 07/11/26
£85
Sun, 08/11/26
£85
Mon, 09/11/26
£95
Tue, 10/11/26
£95
Wed, 11/11/26
£86
Thu, 12/11/26
£77
Fri, 13/11/26
£77
Sat, 14/11/26
£77
Sun, 15/11/26
£77
Mon, 16/11/26
£77
Tue, 17/11/26
£77
Wed, 18/11/26
£86
Thu, 19/11/26
£86
Fri, 20/11/26
£77
Sat, 21/11/26
£77
Sun, 22/11/26
£77
Mon, 23/11/26
£84
Tue, 24/11/26
£86
Wed, 25/11/26
£77
Thu, 26/11/26
£86
Fri, 27/11/26
£77
Sat, 28/11/26
£76
Sun, 29/11/26
£77
Mon, 30/11/26
£77
Tue, 01/12/26
£77
Wed, 02/12/26
£77
Thu, 03/12/26
£77
Fri, 04/12/26
£77
Sat, 05/12/26
£77
Sun, 06/12/26
£77
Mon, 07/12/26
£77
Tue, 08/12/26
£77
Wed, 09/12/26
£85
Thu, 10/12/26
£77
Fri, 11/12/26
£76
Sat, 12/12/26
£77
Sun, 13/12/26
£77
Mon, 14/12/26
£77
Tue, 15/12/26
£77
Wed, 16/12/26
£77
Thu, 17/12/26
£77
Fri, 18/12/26
£77
Sat, 19/12/26
£77
Sun, 20/12/26
£77
Mon, 21/12/26
£77
Tue, 22/12/26
£77
Wed, 23/12/26
£77
Thu, 24/12/26
£76
Fri, 25/12/26
£76
Sat, 26/12/26
£76
Sun, 27/12/26
£77
Mon, 28/12/26
£77
Reviews
Very good
based on 2,511 ratings from top
sites
This rating is from the trivago Rating Index (tRI), which combines guest ratings from top sites for a trustworthy result.Learn how the tRI works
sites
Review summary
Summarized by AI from 1,000+ reviews
This hotel presents a versatile and welcoming atmosphere, ideal for sightseers, couples, and families seeking a comfortable base with excellent amenities. The property boasts an excellent central location directly opposite Kirkwall Harbour, offering unparalleled access to local attractions and transport links. A key highlight is the availability of spacious and well-equipped apartments with kitchen facilities, perfect for extended stays or those preferring to self-cater. Guests consistently praise the friendly and attentive staff and the exceptional quality of the restaurant's culinary offerings, especially the fresh seafood. For a truly unique experience, consider booking a dog-friendly room and exploring the island with your furry companion.
Rated above average for Kirkwall
Guest reviews
Excellent50%
Very good21%
Good16%
Fair8%
Poor5%
Top amenities
- WiFi in lobby
- WiFi in rooms
- Parking
- Restaurant
- Hotel bar
All amenities
Property amenities
- Express check-in/check-out
- Lift
- Parking
- Terrace
Room amenities
- Shower
- Openable windows
- Television
- Hairdryer
Hotel characteristics
- Family friendly
Location
Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Kirkwall, KW151QX, United Kingdom
Highlight
Central Location Overlooking Kirkwall Harbour
Walk to the nearby town centre, Saint Magnus Cathedral, and the Orkney Museum within 5 minutes.
Distance from The Ayre Hotel
- 0.2 miles from Orkney Museum
- 0.3 miles from Bishop's Palace
- 0.3 miles from Earl's Palace
- 0.4 miles from Kirkwall (City centre)
- 1.1 miles from Highland Park Distillery
- 1.7 miles from Scapa Distillery
- 3.6 miles from Balfour Castle
- 7 miles from The Italian Chapel
- 8.1 miles from Maes Howe
- 9.6 miles from Ring of Brodgar
- 34 miles from Thurso
- 107.3 miles from Inverness Airport
Explore nearby attractions
Property info
Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Kirkwall, KW151QX, United Kingdom
Frequently Asked Questions about The Ayre Hotel
Is there a pool area at The Ayre Hotel?
No, The Ayre Hotel doesn’t offer pool areas.
Are pets allowed at The Ayre Hotel?
No, The Ayre Hotel doesn’t allow pets.
Is parking available at The Ayre Hotel?
Yes, The Ayre Hotel provides Parking for guests.
Where is The Ayre Hotel located?
The Ayre Hotel is located in Ayre Road, Kirkwall, KW151QX, Kirkwall, United Kingdom.
Which popular attractions are close to The Ayre Hotel?
The Ayre Hotel Nearby attractions include Castle of Mey, Kirkwall Airport, Skara Brae, John O'Groats Ferry, The Tomb of the Eagles, Italian Chapel, Westray Airport, Stronsay Airport.
The prices and availability we receive from booking sites change constantly. This means you may not always find the exact same offer you saw on trivago when you land on the booking site.
Among Top Rated Hotels in Kirkwall
- Woodwick HouseSelect dates to see exact prices
- AsgardSelect dates to see exact prices
- Garden House RoomsSelect dates to see exact prices
