The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

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The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall - Ayre Road, See map

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Latest reviews of the property

8,2 Very good
Rating 4,1 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

Very good

Based on 631 reviews

Rating 4,5 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

Location

Rating 4,2 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

Quiet in the room

Rating 4,2 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

Rooms

Rating 4,3 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

Service

Rating 3,9 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

Value for money

Rating 4,6 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

Cleanliness

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Showing 5 featured reviews out of 631 TripAdvisor reviews

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C2876VQtomm

Peterhead, United Kingdom

14/03/2026

Rating 5 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

“Short business trip”

Stayed here for four nights, room was clean, comfortable and serviced every day, my room was in the annex which is 2 meters from main building. The food I had was lovely and certainly value for money, staff were friendly although changed most nights. Possibly the best hotel I have stayed in Kirkwal… more

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yaba d

27/02/2026

Rating 5 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

“had dinner.”

great food and lovely staff..

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Fiona W

28/11/2025

Rating 5 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

“Family friendly, excellent customer service, great food, exceptional cocktails. Nothing was too much bother.”

Excellent food and cocktails, nothing was too much bother for the very friendly , experienced staff. Our family were made to feel very welcome and we will return

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Scotlandthebrave208

Scotland, United Kingdom

18/10/2025

Rating 5 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

“Fantastic meal.”

Absolutely first class service with one of the best meals we've had in Orkney for a good number of years. Grimbister Cheese/ Smoked Salmon and Crab starters were delicious, fresh and hit the spot. Steak and Ale Pie for main was full on with the meat cooked to perfection, Lamb Shank was unbelievable… more

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Mark N

08/10/2025

Rating 5 around 5 for travellers of Tripadvisor

“Highly recommend if you are in Orkney”

Absolutely fantastic, what can i say, Apartment in impeccable order, feels very homely something you need i feel when travelling on business, great bathroom facilities and living area. Immaculately clean and extremely friendly staff Dinner- some of the best food i have had on my travels and price… more

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About the property

Description

Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.. This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.. Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite..

How to arrive

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With a stay at The Ayre Hotel in Kirkwall, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Orkney Wireless Museum and 6 minutes by foot from St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Bishop's Palace.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Orkney Wireless Museum - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi St. Magnus Cathedral - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Orkney Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Earl's Palace - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Bishop's Palace - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Highland Park Distillery - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Scapa Beach - 3.1 km / 2 mi Scapa Distillery - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi Balfour Castle - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi Mine Howe - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi Orkney Brewery - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi Mill Sand - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi Churchill Barriers - 12.5 km / 7.8 mi Orkney Wine Company - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi Italian Chapel - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi The nearest major airport is Kirkwall (KOI) - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi . Near Orkney Wireless Museum.

Facilities and services

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee..

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Air conditioning
Heating (free of charge)
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Laundry
Laundry Service
Lift
Maid
Reception
24-hour reception
Parking
Nearby parking
Parking
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking not allowed
Wi-Fi
Complimentary Wi-Fi
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Café
Conference centre
Hair dryer
Laundry
Luggage storage
Meeting room
Microwave
Room service
Safe
Trouser press
Bars
Bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in public areas
Indoor bar
Restaurants
À la carte restaurant
Accessibility
Facilities for people with disabilities
Wheelchair access
Wheelchair-accessible lobby
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Frequently asked questions about The Ayre Hotel

  • Which are the stand-out services of The Ayre Hotel?

    Air conditioning, Heating (free of charge), Laundry Service, Maid are some of the featured services at The Ayre Hotel. See full list of services at The Ayre Hotel.
  • Yes, guests at The Ayre Hotel will be able to enjoy Restaurant, Pre-packed food, À la carte restaurant, Breakfast, Menu.
  • Guests staying at The Ayre Hotel have these parking options: Nearby parking, Parking, Garage
  • Yes, guests at The Ayre Hotel will be able to enjoy Complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • Check-in is from 2.00 pm and check-out is by 10.00 am.
  • The top reviews of The Ayre Hotel are: Stayed here for four nights, room was clean, comfortable and serviced every day, my room was in the annex which is 2 meters from main building. The food I had was lovely and certainly value for money, staff were friendly although changed most nights. Possibly the best hotel I have stayed in Kirkwall..
  • This is the information we have about the surroundings of The Ayre Hotel: With a stay at The Ayre Hotel in Kirkwall, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Orkney Wireless Museum and 6 minutes by foot from St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Bishop's Palace.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Orkney Wireless Museum - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi St. Magnus Cathedral - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Orkney Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Earl's Palace - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Bishop's Palace - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Highland Park Distillery - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Scapa Beach - 3.1 km / 2 mi Scapa Distillery - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi Balfour Castle - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi Mine Howe - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi Orkney Brewery - 10.2 km / 6.3 mi Mill Sand - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi Churchill Barriers - 12.5 km / 7.8 mi Orkney Wine Company - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi Italian Chapel - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi The nearest major airport is Kirkwall (KOI) - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi . Near Orkney Wireless Museum.
  • The exact address of The Ayre Hotel is Kirkwall - Ayre Road,
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