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West End Guest House

Orkney Islands, Orkney Islands

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Guests Like the LocationThe location was rated 4.289 by the guests who stayed here.

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5.0/522 Sep 2021

David • Couple Trip

We had a great stay here. Located in a historic building and a stones throw from the cathedral so easy walking distance to Kirkwall attractions and easy access to roads for all parts of the island. Very friendly welcome and a tasty breakfast each morning. It is a historic building so stairs and corridors but clean and safe with a comfy bed, what more do you need? We would happily go back to Orkney and hopefully when we do we will be able to book the West End Hotel for our stay.

5.0/51 Sep 2021

Mariusz • Couple Trip

Great location, comfortable stay. Very good breakfast. Angela was very friendly, give us good advice what to see,where to eat and where to find hidden gems. Everything was spot on. We will definitely be back there.

5.0/520 Aug 2021

Verified traveler • Solo Trip

Lovely little hotel on a quiet street; reception was really friendly and helpful. Useful having plates and cutlery, etc. in the room for takeaways as everywhere was booked up to eat out!

5.0/523 Jul 2021

Marie • Family Trip

Very tired shower room, the sink was actually located in the bedroom. The actual shower was very good just very cramped. We never found sign saying there was reduced services due to staff shortages but the staff were more than happy to provide us with clean towels. All other items you could pick up from reception. Breakfast was really good and served by the only member of staff I saw, a very friendly, bubbly and efficient waitress. An asset to any business.

5.0/55 Jun 2021

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

We were greeted by Angela, who was an excellent hostess. She provided us with all the necessary and helpful information about our stay in the Orkneys. Excellent service! The hotel is well situated and the car park was very convenient. The room was a bit dated, but very clean and a great value. The breakfast was outstanding and we would highly recommend this hotel to anybody staying in Kirkwall. Looking forward to go back!

5.0/54 Jun 2021

ian • Solo Trip

only nuisance was inability to reduce length of stay by 1 night due change in flight times

5.0/525 Sep 2020

Stuart • Trip with Friends

The staff are very friendly and helpful. We struggled to find the parking (which was around the back of the hotel) but they came out on the street to guide us in. Check in was straight forward and we had good instructions (Covid) on what is required to keep safe. The rooms were clean and spacious. Once an old polio hospital, the hallways were twisty had lots of turns and added character to the property. The breakfast room was modern and spacious and the food was excellent and catered for a vegertarian very well. Again the staff were friendly and chatty and made you feel welcome. Would stay again, lovely people, lovely place, highly recommend.

5.0/517 Mar 2020

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

The meals are excellent and very friendly staff. I had the best gin and tonic ever in their bar - Orkney Rhubarb Old Tom

5.0/517 Oct 2019

Verified traveler • Trip with Friends

Property was well kept and warm The staff were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent. Hotel in a quiet part of town about 10 mins walk to centre. Room a little dated. What you would call traditional rather then modern.

5.0/523 Sep 2019

Steven • Family Trip

Great hotel and has a great restaurant attached as well! One of the best in Kirkwall

5.0/510 Aug 2019

Yves P.

Tous était bien même si nous n'avons passé qu'une seul nuit. C'était un petit saut dans l'histoire à partir d'Edimbour

5.0/521 Jul 2019

Matt • Couple Trip

Wonderful place. The staff are incredibly kind and friendly. The room had everything we needed. The restaurant was superb - a great choice for dinner. The only gripe was that it was a little hard to find - Main Street isn't terribly main.

5.0/520 Jun 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Good location room good size - we got a breakfast bag because we had to catch ferry early - staff very helpful

5.0/516 Jun 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Lovely staff, especially Dani and the dinner tome staff. Great food at breakfast and dinners. Great location.

5.0/515 Jun 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Clean and comfortable room. Good cooked breakfast included. Friendly staff.

5.0/512 May 2019

Verified traveler • Family Trip

Property was well kept and warm The staff were friendly and helpful' The food was excellent and well presented, helpings were really to generous for a n elderly ladies appetite!

5.0/521 Apr 2019

Lars • Couple Trip

Nice place to use as a base for exploring Lewis and Harris. Access to private parking behind the building. Very cozy bar area for use in the evening

5.0/510 Apr 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Property is old with interesting nooks and crannies.

5.0/54 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Warm welcome; room very clean, cosy and comfy. Excellent breakfast. Very good restaurant

5.0/52 Feb 2019

Verified traveler • Solo Trip

Queer gem in the centre of town. Used to be an old hospital, converted into am old style hotel, great location.

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14 Main Street, Kirkwall, Scotland, GB

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Accommodation Rules

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This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in3:00 PM-9:00 PM

Check-out10:00

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/debit cards; cash is not accepted

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

About West End Guest House

West End Guest House Location
A stay at West End Guest House places you in the heart of Kirkwall, within a 5-minute walk of Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Peedie Sea.

West End Guest House Facility and Service
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.

West End Guest House Rooms
Stay in one of 10 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Important Information
The property is closed during April, May, June, July, August, and September.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 - Thu, 17 Sep 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children