The Shore

Hotels
7.9 (352 reviews)
Shore Street , Kirkwall , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Golf course
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and fresh rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location
Cons:
Noise from adjacent rooms
Views were limited or unpleasant
High cost for what was offered

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Room was very clean and looked fresh and new, but some noise from upstairs and the view was limited.
Service
8.6
Staff were extremely friendly and helpful, allowing early access to lounge and handling luggage.
Location
8.64
Great central location near town and local amenities.
Room Quality
7.59
Room well appointed but some issues with noise and views; some rooms in a less inviting area.
Amenities
7.92
Decent amenities with good breakfast options available at a nearby hotel.
Value for Money
7.08
Room pricing seemed high relative to quality of experience, especially regarding noise and view issues.
Food and Beverage
7.63
Breakfast not included unless booked directly; some positive mentions of coffee.
Overall Experience
8.1
Overall enjoyable stay despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:45

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Kirkwall with Family Rooms

Convenient Amenities: The Shore offers comfortable family rooms with flat-screen TVs, seating areas, and private bathrooms equipped with free toiletries and a hairdryer.

Modern Convenience: Enjoy free WiFi throughout the property, ensuring you stay connected during your visit to Kirkwall.

Ideal Location: Located just 1.9 km from Highland Park Distillery and 4 km from Kirkwall Airport, The Shore provides easy access to key attractions and transportation hubs.

Book your stay at The Shore now for a relaxing and convenient experience in Kirkwall!

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. For more information, please contact the property directly.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: KOI

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 352 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 7.59
Amenities: 7.92
Value for Money: 7.08
Food and Beverage: 7.63
Overall Experience: 8.1
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Hugh • couple • ie
10
Pros:

Excellent place in an excellent part of the town

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Desiree • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Great water pressure in the shower!

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Svenja • solo_traveller • de
8
I really enjoyed my stay at the shore.
Pros:

The room was small, but cosy and was well equipped. I especially liked the bed, as I am prone to back pain, but I slept well without any problems.

Cons:

There was an exhaust fan or something similar noisy operating nearby during most of the nights. It was ok with the window closed, but a bit loud with the window open.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Bjoern • couple • se
5
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Drennan • couple • gb
8
Friendly comfortable accommodation
Pros:

Genuinely friendly and helpful staff everywhere. Property right on the harbour.

Cons:

Our room was quite dark - up a side alley and just a small window facing a stone wall. Breakfast was ‘ok’ but no local products that ‘sing’ in terms of taste or quality.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • gb
8
A satisfied customer
Pros:

For a one night stay it suited my purposes. It was comfortable and had everything I needed.

Cons:

A drawback of this property is that it is no longer a separate hotel with its own facilities. It has become an annexe and in order to use facilities and have meals you have an outdoor walk to the main Kirkwall Hotel. This didn’t bother me on a dry, mild night but might not be to my taste on a wet, wintry day.

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Fenja • solo_traveller • de
5
Okay für eine Nacht.
Pros:

Die Lage!

Cons:

Das zweite Zimmer war nur durch unser Zimmer begehbar. Sehr dunkel und alt eingerichtet. Enger Treppenaufgang, kein Aufzug.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
4
Well best booked a caravan
Pros:

Shocking room show older than the place’ cold hot eletric, Rad nightmare doesn’t work like shower doesn’t.
drain & cheeky say cant check into 1500 cause completing preventive maintenance. Dream folk dusting covers

Cons:

Above

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Graham • couple • gb
5
Disappointing accommodation
Pros:

Excellent location
Staff in Kirkwall hotel very friendly and restaurant quite good

Cons:

Unprepossessing entrance , grubby difficult stairs to first floor.
Very uncomfortable mattress

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
7
Convenient hotel with rather small adequate rooms bit no special factor.
Pros:

Good location, quiet, good wifi, good shower

Cons:

Room was rather small, 2nd floor but no lift. A small fridge would have been welcome.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
8
Small but good quality single room, good location.
Pros:

Handy central harbour location and good to be able to get a single room considering how high hotel prices are. Good facilities eg ironing board, great to have real coffee and cafetière in room. Good shower.

Cons:

The entry hall to the Shore feels neglected and there’s no signage to door leading to rooms. Also bad stains on landing carpets.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
8
Pros:

Conveniently located with parking nearby.

Cons:

No lift.

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • solo_traveller • gb
10
Really nice
Pros:

Lovely place to stay

Cons:

N/a

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • us
9
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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RANDY • extended_group • ca
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Magnus • extended_group • se
6
Bra frukost och bra läge
Pros:

Frukosten var bra

Cons:

Det luktade mögel i delar av huset

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Kir Moar • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

No facilities eg restaurant on-site. Short walk to sister hotel.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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charles • solo_traveller • us
8
Delightful Orkney town made accessible by the hotel and facilities.
Pros:

A very convenient location near the ferry terminal (about 1.5 miles) and not too far from the airport. For arriving on the ferry at a late hour, the public bus transport to the hotel was great.
The bedding is high quality something I really appreciated as so many hotels are not.

Cons:

The room is very small, and they need more shelf space for things like the teapot and other. The sink tended to clog.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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charles • solo_traveller • us
8
Great
Pros:

Friendly

Cons:

Bathroom needs hooks, anti skid in shower

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee