Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Hotels
8.2 (1330 reviews)
Ayre Road , Kirkwall , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Facilities for disabled guests
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Comfortable beds
Great food
Cons:
Noisy ventilation
Strict breakfast rules
Room cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.41
Some complaints about noisy ventilation and unclean toilet, affecting overall cleanliness perception.
Service
8.88
Staff are described as very friendly and helpful throughout various reviews.
Location
8.92
Multiple reviews highlight the central and convenient location for travelers.
Room Quality
7.87
Rooms are generally described as comfortable, but noise concerns were raised.
Amenities
7.9
Adequate amenities with some positive mentions of the bar and restaurant, but also some areas for improvement.
Value for Money
7.86
Good overall value, but some reviews mention the hotel rate was a bit expensive.
Food and Beverage
8.41
Positive remarks about breakfast and dinner, particularly the cocktails.
Overall Experience
8.38
Overall enjoyment of the stay with a few minor inconveniences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 08:39

Property Description

Overlooking Kirkwall Harbour with Local Produce Restaurant

Comfortable Rooms with Sea Views and Free Wi-Fi

Convenient Location for Exploring Mainland Orkney

Book now to experience the charm of Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments, where you can enjoy picturesque views of Kirkwall Harbour while indulging in locally sourced cuisine. Relax in well-equipped rooms offering sea views, free Wi-Fi, and complimentary tea and coffee. Explore Mainland Orkney with ease, thanks to the hotel's proximity to ferry terminals and nearby attractions. Whether you're savoring a cooked breakfast in the on-site restaurant or venturing to historic sites like Skara Brae, your stay at Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments promises both comfort and convenience.

Important information:

When booking 5 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 14 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1330 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.41
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 7.87
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 8.41
Overall Experience: 8.38
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Jill • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent choice of hotel/ apartments
Pros:

Very spacious apartment, light airy and spotless.
Wonderful evening meal and breakfast.
All staff very friendly. Excellent location in Kirkwall, near to harbour, shops and travel centre. Was sorry we weren't stay longer

Cons:

N/a

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Steve • extended_group • gb
7
Cons:

No internet in my room

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • gb
8
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Karen • family_with_children • za
9
Affordable, Comfortable, Excellent location ❤️
Pros:

Location was PERFECT! We walked a great deal and loved being so close to the docks. The staff members were very accommodating. The restaurant was excellent! It was affordable and comfortable. Win - Win!

Cons:

The ‘view’ was rather limited 🤭
Honestly we enjoyed ourselves tremendously

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • couple • au
9
Very good
Pros:

Position
Fast wifi
Restaurant
Friendly staff

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Julius • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Evan • couple • us
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Saevar Arna • extended_group • is
9
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • gb
8
Good Orkney hotel
Pros:

Convenience for trips around Orkney

Cons:

Breakfast could be improved. Eggs poorly cooked hard and rubbery need to learn to have runny yolks

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • ca
9
Pros:

Excellent location. Very quiet. Short drive to Shetland ferry dock and docks to smaller islands ferries.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
6
A good location and ok for a short stopover in Kirkwall
Pros:

Excellent location by the waterfront and close to the bus station and cathedral. There was a good selection at the buffet breakfast, which was regularly replenished, so always fresh (the cost is additional, not included in the basic rate)

Cons:

The room was described as with a 'seaview' but a view of a public car park and dock would have been more accurate. It was also small for the price paid, and the walls were thin, so I was woken alternately by guests returning late to their room or leaving early in the morning.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
6
Okay but needs improvement
Pros:

Location for work and quite nicely appointed inside.

Cons:

Very slow in the restaurant, took ages to be seated and get a drink, needs improved to support the footfall.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location, good size room ,restaurant, variety of food.

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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jonreilly • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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ross • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, and late check-in for coming off the Lerwick ferry

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Bryn • extended_group • us
9
We found the hotel a great choice
Pros:

Great location and restaurant, reasonable prices, comfortable

Cons:

Difficult to control temperature in the room. But we could open the window.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee