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Murray Arms Hotel

Orkney Islands, Orkney Islands

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4.7/5

FantasticFrom 75 reviews

5.0/517 May 2026

Gordon • Couple Trip

The Murray Arms is an excellent place to stay ,two minutes from the Pentland Ferry terminal. It is spotlessly clean with a nice bar and restaurant. The staff couldn't be more friendly and welcoming. The breakfast and evening meals are excellent, would definitely return.

5.0/519 Oct 2025

Harriet • Couple Trip

Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff.

5.0/527 Sep 2025

Laurel • Family Trip

So pleased to find Murray Arms. It was 5 minutes from our arriving ferry. Upon checkin by Suzanne, we were assigned private off-road parking. Our room for 3 nights was comfortable. The staff was exceptionally warm and welcoming for all - babies, dogs, and patrons. The meals in their restaurant were first class. They have dive boats for scallop harvesting. Our scallop dinner was the best EVER!

5.0/57 Sep 2025

Vlad-Iulian • Couple Trip

We stayed with them overnight and the accommodation was great, as was the breakfast. We also had dinner here as it had great reviews for seafood. Sadly we were left quite disappointed as none of the food impressed and the sea bass was particularly bad. Our waitress was great, but there was some commotion behind the bar with the younger staff and you could tell that there was some conflict, just enough to make everyone uncomfortable without anything actually happening. I'm all for the younger generation to get work experience, but they still need to be professional. We also had drinks in their pub and although everything was fine, it somehow had the feeling of walking into a local old man's pub where everyone knows eachother and looks at you suspiciously. Nothing happened but again, there was just something off about the atmosphere. Overall I'd definitely recommend staying here, but not too sure about eating / drinking here.

5.0/526 Aug 2025

William

Decent room, good food. Peaceful.

5.0/518 Aug 2025

Paul • Solo Trip

The Manager makes you feel right at home , first name terms and genuinely interested in how you day has been . Service was excellent. The food was fresh, scallops were caught at 4 every day .

5.0/528 Jul 2025

Randi • Trip with Friends

The proprietors are very friendly and accommodating. The place has a lot of charm and is clean and perfect for our needs.

5.0/526 May 2025

David • Solo Trip

I only stayed overnight but it was very comfortable, the staff were friendly,and the food hot and tasty.

5.0/511 May 2025

Peter • Couple Trip

small but very friendly hotel with good food and a characterful atmosphere

5.0/56 May 2025

Rebecca • Solo Trip

My 2nd time staying here. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Food (dinner menu and breakfast) was fantastic again. Wouldn't hesitate to book again.

5.0/518 Apr 2025

Claire

Lovely hotel, fantastic seafood.

5.0/52 Apr 2025

Verified traveler • Trip with Friends

The staff go out of their way to make you feel at home and comfortable. The breakfast is really good. All food when possible is locally sourced. The hand dived scallops are excellent. Sea food platter is awesome. The rooms are clean and warm. I will definitely come back.

5.0/518 Oct 2024

Jillian • Couple Trip

Amazing - great food, friendly people!

5.0/513 Oct 2024

Emma • Couple Trip

Hjemmekoselig avslappet stemning i baren, nydelig mat i restauranten og omsorgsfullt personale.

5.0/55 Oct 2024

Lisa • Couple Trip

We had a very pleasant stay. Beautiful area.

5.0/55 Oct 2024

Kevin • Couple Trip

Fabulous place with so many pluses. Great food and hospitality.

5.0/526 Sep 2024

Audrey • Couple Trip

Lovely welcome, one night stay comfortable bed nice room clean en suite. Food here is excellent and local-a must if you enjoy fresh seafood! Friendly staff throughout stay.

5.0/521 Sep 2024

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

The people that work here are really lovely. We enjoyed our meals. Our room was on the small size, but very cozy. We parked in the back patking lot with no issues.

5.0/57 Sep 2024

Mark • Couple Trip

From the moment we checked in, we felt like family. The staff here are the warmest of people. The smiles weren't just customer service smiles, they were genuine. Suzanne in particular went to great lengths to ensure we had a wonderful stay. We were genuinely sad to leave her! Suzanne couldn't have been more kind to our elderly dog, Smurf. She always made a fuss of her and had a sneaky treat for her. Often in 'dog friendly' accommodation, dogs are tolerated. Here dogs are loved....and that made all the difference to our holiday. ....and I haven't even mentioned the delicious seafood and fab breakfast/coffee! Thanks to all at Murray Arms for looking after us so well. We will be back. Love from Emma & Mark xx

5.0/527 Aug 2024

Ian • Couple Trip

This is an excellent place to stay, really convenient for the ferry and well connected to the mainland. Our room was very clean and comfortable if a bit on the small side for 2 of us. However this didn’t detract from our stay. The staff are welcoming friendly and helpful. The restaurant is lovely and the food is outstanding

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WiFi

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Free Parking

Sports & Recreation

Picnic Area

Snorkeling

Garden

Hiking

Diving

Arcade/Game Room

Public Facilities

ATM/Banking

Parking (Free)

Other Facilities

BBQ Facilities

Business Facilities

Gift Shops or Newsstand

Hotel Policy

Smoke-free Property

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Free WiFi

Wired internet (Free)

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Back Road, South Ronaldsay, Scotland, GB

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-11:30 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 cards
This property is professionally cleaned

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The property is professionally cleaned.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

About Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel Location
With a stay at Murray Arms Hotel in South Ronaldsay, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hoxa Tapestry Gallery and Banks Chambered Tomb. This inn is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Sand of Wright and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre.

Murray Arms Hotel Facility and Service
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor tennis court or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this inn include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.

Murray Arms Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms.

Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the inn's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is included.

Room Type and Price

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 - Wed, 19 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children