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Royal Oak Guest House

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kirkwall guest house

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Holm Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1PY
  • Place, Highland Park Distillery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Orkney Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (King Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

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

  • Bishop's Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Earl's Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Highland Park Distillery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Orkney Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunbeam Coffee House - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Bothy Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Torvhaug Kirkwall - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Royal Oak Guest House

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kirkwall guest house
Royal Oak Guest House offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Kirkwall guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 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.

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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

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

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.

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
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 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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 Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Oak Guest House on Jun 5, 2026 start from CA $254, 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 does not offer free breakfast.

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. 52 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Amenities
Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful warm family atmosphere, great renovated rooms, excellent breakfast. Good location with a short walk to the center of Kirkwall and convenient parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Very homely better than a hotel and great friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara

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

Great B&B

Nice B&B with a good location for seeing Kirkwall and all the sites around Orkney. The hosts were very friendly. Breakfast was great. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was sooo good, served in a very friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Wonderful hosts. A bit rough around edges but nice, comfortable stay and hosts very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alice and Eric were amazing hosts and went above and beyond to make our stay at the Royal Oak excellent and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet neighbourhood with tons of parking. Easy walk to the downtown and harbour for sites,restaurants and shopping. Best Scottish breakfast on our trip so far. Fresh fruits and berries offered.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion

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

Lovely B&B

Lovely B&B. Friendly check-in. Clean, comfortable and spacious room with a lovely ensuite shower room. Bed was very comfortable. Good location with car park at rear. Lovely breakfast with lots of choices. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property just outside central Kirkwall. Good parking lot behind house, convenient to rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Theodorus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host, clean room and superb breakfast. It is a bit out of town center to get your dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norbert

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonatan

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

5 stars

Nice, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly guest house, with thoughtful touches making it a comfortable and unique place to stay. Breakfast is delicious and cooked exactly to order. Location is ideal, a short walk into the centre of Kirkwall, with amazing views out over the hills. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WEITING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very friendly and the room was spacious, clean and tidy. It was very comfortable. Breakfast was good, too. Very good stay experience, unfortunately only booked one night, hope to have the chance to visit kirkwall again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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