Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments - Kirkwall
58.98457, -2.96339Overview
Family-run Kirkwall hotel with traditionally styled rooms and self-catering apartments
Accommodations
Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments Kirkwall offers traditionally styled rooms with flat-screen TVs. Sea view rooms are available overlooking the Kirkwall harbour. The newly developed self-catering apartments include full kitchen facilities and free on-site parking.
Dining
The Ayre Hotel restaurant serves locally sourced dishes, including Orkney Lamb, steaks, and freshly caught fish. Cooked breakfasts are available, along with lunch, bar, and evening menus. Homemade desserts are made using local Orkney produce.
Location
Ayre Hotel Kirkwall is a short walk from the North Isles Ferries ferry terminal and the town center. Ancient sites such as Skara Brae are within a 30-minute drive of the hotel. Free private parking is provided on site for all guests.
Business & Family
Dedicated facilities for meetings and private functions are available with modern equipment. Business travelers have access to a 24-hour front desk and reliable internet services. Families can engage with local culture and community events organized by the hotel.
Self-Catering Apartments
The Ayre Apartments offer spacious self-catering accommodations with no minimum stay requirement. Each unit includes a full kitchen with a hob, fridge, and microwave. This provides the flexibility to cook meals in the apartment or eat at the hotel restaurant.
- Accommodations: Spacious self-catering apartments and traditionally styled sea view rooms
- Dining: Restaurant serving Orkney Lamb and freshly caught fish
- Parking: Free on-site private parking for all guests
- Location: Walking distance to ferry terminal and Skara Brae sites
- Facilities: Meeting spaces and 24-hour front desk service
- Target: Families and business travelers exploring Orkney
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Shower
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Heating
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
Children
- Cribs
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments
| 💵 Lowest room price | 80 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 3.9 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kirkwall, KOI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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