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West End Guest House

Property class: 2
City-center Kirkwall hotel with bar/lounge

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West End Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Kirkwall. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Bar/lounge
  • Garden
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
  • Hair dryer
The current price is $179
$215 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Single Room (Room 1)

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room (Room 2)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room (Room 3)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Room 4)

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room (Room 5)

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Single Room (Room 6)

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room (Room 7)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room (Room 8)

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Room 9)

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Room 10)

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
14 Main Street, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1BU

What's nearby

  • Bishop's Palace - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Earl's Palace - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Orkney Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Highland Park Distillery - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Movement Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lucano - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sunbeam Coffee House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Archive Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬8 min walk

About this property

West End Guest House

  • West End Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Kirkwall. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say good things about the overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

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

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit/debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

West End Hotel Kirkwall
West End Kirkwall
West End Hotel
West End Guest House Hotel
West End Guest House Kirkwall
West End Guest House Hotel Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

Is West End Guest House currently open?

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

Are pets allowed at West End Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at West End Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at West End Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at West End Guest House and nearby?

West End Guest House has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around West End Guest House like?

West End Guest House is in the heart of Kirkwall, a short 5-minute walk from Earl's Palace and 6 minutes' walk from St. Magnus Cathedral.

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Reviews

West End Guest House Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

A great find, within easy walking distance to the centre of Kirkwall and its shops, restaurants and pubs. Our room, number 10, was very good, just right for two of us for a two night stay. Quiet, clean, nicely decorated. Comfy bed. Very friendly owners and staff, with a bar on site too. Useful lounge with fridge, toaster and microwave, cutlery and plates. They have great plans for the hotel and we look forward to returning to see how the owners get on. We will definitely be back.
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Amazing breakfast!

A very friendly welcome, they were happy to accommodate our very late (11.30pm) arrival after we travelled there on the ferry. The owners have recently taken it over and in the last few weeks completed an overhaul of the bar/restaurant area which looks lovely. We didn't try the evening meals but the breakfasts were phenomenal, a proper Scottish breakfast that really sets you up for the day. Very friendly hosts helped us to work out what to do during the day and suggested good walks and so on. The room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed, though it was quite small and was up quite a few stairs (though we were offered help with luggage so it would only be an issue if you struggle walking up stairs). The location was excellent, very easy to walk into town and also just a few minutes' walk from where you can catch the bus to the airport or ferry.
Tanya, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
David, 5-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Mariusz, 5-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Warm and friendly hotel

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!
1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Professional, friendly service

Really good communication throughout booking and organising our check-in from the late ferry. Looked after our bags for us the day we checked out. Really Covid-safe way of running things too. Thank you.
Ailsa, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay. Unfortunate that restaurant closed due to Covid staffing shortage but close to local amenities.
3-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Hotel decor dated, room on ground floor was damp and next to kitchen so woken each morning by sound of kitchen staff
3-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice quirky hotel

Great location for where we needed to be. Pleasant stay. Rooms comfortable. Cooked breakfast lovely. Would stay again.
Amanda, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Bit tired and dated

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.
Marie, 3-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Orkney stay

Staff very good,Waitress in breakfast room was very attentive, The hotel is certainly needing a make over,could not get window open for fresh air. Was central for us to explore Orkney. Enjoyed seeing the island.
Alexandria, 4-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

amendments not possible

only nuisance was inability to reduce length of stay by 1 night due change in flight times
ian, 5-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Stuart, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

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

4/10 Fair

No flexibility on dates despite cancelled ferries

Not a good experience sadly, never stayed here. The hotel were unwilling to change my booking date despite ferries being cancelled due to bad weather, other hotels in Kirkwall have been much more flexible in my experience. Blamed hotels.com, pocketed my cash despite me asking for a date change. Buyer beware.
1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

A Different Slant on Hotel Accommodation......

The hotel was clean and service was excellent. I only ate breakfast there but is was very good. However the single room I had as a solo traveller wasn't so great. The single bed was comfortable enough, but sleeping tended to be disturbed by noise such as snoring, phone conversations and drawers and doors opening and closing from neighbouring rooms. The walls seemed quite thin. The room itself was the smallest I've ever stayed in, with no chair. Consequently there was nowhere to sit except on the bed, or put clothes for the next day or incidental items on except on the floor alongside my suitcase which was already there since there was nowhere else to put that either. The wardrobe contained four coathangers (it was too small to accommodate more than that), one of which was occupied by the hotel-supplied bathrobe. So I had to resort to hanging clothes on the door edges themselves, or putting them on the floor too. Stepping over everything was made slightly more hazardous by the fact that the floor sloped. This took a bit of getting used to, but eventually I did. The hotel wifi disappeared the second day I was there and was out until the day before I left. Unfortunately mobile reception (on Three at least) was almost non-existent so this created some problems until the hotel staff kindly gave me the password for a private network they had. All in all not the most comfortable stay I've ever experienced. Possibly the double rooms are better......?
David, 7-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Traditional Hotel

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.
1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Nice older property with easy walking access to Kirkwall attractions. Great food and bar on site with a parking lot. Lots of stairs and kind of a maze getting to our room. No elevator and thus may not appropriate for those who are walking impaired.
TomW, 4-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Well worth a visit for a stay or bite

Great hotel and has a great restaurant attached as well! One of the best in Kirkwall
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

ハイランドパークとスキャパへかろうじて徒歩で行ける

部屋の設備が古いのは否めませんが、朝食は良かったです。 部屋の下がレストラン＋barなので、夜は少々音がきになりました。
2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Lovely friendly staff, food was delicious. Would have liked a view from my single room but the hotel itself was v attractive and great location too.
Christine, 3-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, comfortable, great location in town. Quiet.
1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Struttura buona, pulita e curata. Personale cordiale. Stanza molto piccola.
1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Emplacement idéal pour visiter les environs

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
Yves P., 1-night trip