Title: The Anchorage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Anchorage Hostel in South Ronaldsay ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/w1080h803x0y5-1b916c6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/07c32930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/4a1e6c10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/2f25c018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/w1080h810x0y3-282eaa33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Anchorage provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 26 - Oct. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 27 - Oct. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=115145429&PinnedHotelID=115145429&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/39741254.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Hair dryer Private bathroom Microwave Oven Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen - 75 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/c960e59f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room ### Highlights Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Hair dryer Private bathroom Microwave Oven Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen - 54 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Triple Room | Shared bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/4d08b717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room ### Highlights Full-sized refrigerator/freezer Hair dryer Microwave Oven Stovetop Cookware/dishes/utensils Shared/communal kitchen - 97 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSouth-Ronaldsay-Hotels-The-Anchorage.h115145429.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSouth-Ronaldsay-Hotels-The-Anchorage.h115145429.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.82601%2C-2.96074&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AQ5UjGPpqPOpryU2P5qOpFv8HEo=) Front Rd, South Ronaldsay, Scotland, KW17 2SL #### What's nearby - Orkney Wine Company - 13 min drive - 13.2 km - Highland Park Distillery - 23 min drive - 26.0 km - St. Magnus Cathedral - 26 min drive - 28.1 km - Earl's Palace - 26 min drive - 28.1 km - Stromness Ferry Terminal - 52 min drive - 57.6 km #### Getting around - Kirkwall (KOI) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Robertson's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Barrier View Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪Polly Kettle - ‬5 min drive - ‪Hoxa Tearoom - ‬7 min drive - ‪Anchorage & Galley Inn - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### The Anchorage Property highlights The Anchorage provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Smoke-free premises and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at The Anchorage include amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens - Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and heating ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/17198405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ayre Hotel Kirkwall - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 216 reviews CA $118 CA $142 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7067100/7067041/d5039cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Murray Arms Hotel South Ronaldsay - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 150 reviews CA $109 CA $130 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=7067041&PinnedHotelID=7067041&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/6e6089a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Albert Hotel Kirkwall - 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After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at The Anchorage? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Anchorage located? > Situated in South Ronaldsay, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sand of Wright, Hoxa Tapestry Gallery, and Banks Chambered Tomb. Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre and Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question