Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Hotels
8.2 (1451 reviews)
Ayre Road , Kirkwall , GB
+44 1856 873001

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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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
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1451 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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Jonathan • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-11-06 • via Nuitee
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Melvin • solo_traveller • us
10
Overall I had a super-positive experience. I recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Kirkwall.
Pros:

Excellent restaurant.

Cons:

There were no room controls for temperature. Also, the shower temperature was very difficult to adjust/ maintain.

2026-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Harrie • couple • nl
8
excellent place to explore the Orkney’s
Pros:

Location and 24hrs check-in (we arrived around midnight and that was no problem whatsoever

Cons:

although the rooms and breakfast are great, the price is a little on the high side

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Muriel • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Lewis • solo_traveller • gb
4
Pros:

Location, food

Cons:

Very dated rooms and small, expensive

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • extended_group • gb
8
What a lovely place to stay, and a fantastic team.
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Staff appeared disinterested. More interested in their phones than their customers.Did not like the bedbugs

Cons:

Did not like the bedbugs !

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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linda • couple • gb
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Orla • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Ribeiro Teixeira • couple • br
8
Pros:

Facilidade de estacionamento, serviço de bar,

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Donald • solo_traveller • gb
10
Js donald
Pros:

Hotel left a comfortable cozy feel and breakfasts are best ever. Food and service are excellent.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Marine • extended_group • gb
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Dave • extended_group • gb
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Hazel • couple • gb
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Berrie • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Spacious appartment

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Pavla • solo_traveller • cz
6
Pros:

The food was excellent.

Cons:

Terrible noise from ventilation and hand driers in the entrance hall restrooms.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • au
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
5
On way home to an Orkney island necessitated an overnight stay
Pros:

Room large & warm bed comfortable

Cons:

Bathroom far too small for the cost of the room!

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Rob • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee