Title: The Ayre Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=1883&destination=Kirkwall%2C+Scotland%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=14937099&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Ayre Hotel Guests can unwind with a favorite drink at the cozy bar, handle daily tasks with convenient laundry facilities, and stay connected throughout their stay ## Photo gallery for The Ayre Hotel ![Exterior - The Ayre Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/17198405.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![One Bedroom Apartment - The Ayre Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/05968d61.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![One Bedroom Apartment - The Ayre Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/d3db34e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - The Ayre Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/9dc4a4e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property) - The Ayre Hotel (Kirkwall)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/6d38161e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Ayre Hotel, near local hotspots, offers a practical retreat with laundry services, a welcoming bar, and an on-site restaurant. Travelers enjoy in-room WiFi, lobby coffee/tea with TV, and luggage storage. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed ![Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/14909938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed 9.4 Exceptional 14 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Sea View ![Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Sea View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/67abbe85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Sea View 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room ![Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/16e66c30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View ![Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/14909938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Budget Double Room ![Budget Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/18ef909f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Budget Double Room 8.6 Excellent 11 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for One Bedroom Apartment ![One Bedroom Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/05968d61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### One Bedroom Apartment 10.0 Exceptional 4 reviews - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/316dce1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/34335cd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment, 2 Bedrooms 10.0 Exceptional 1 review - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Kirkwall travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kirkwall.dx1883) ![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%7C58.98457%2C-2.96241&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wC9LnL8dslKRwS4H42lgW4ILQhA=) Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1QX ### What's nearby - ![St. Magnus Cathedral featuring a cemetery, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089049/bc8289a1-a8a6-47cd-b722-a5639172ad73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) St. Magnus Cathedral 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Earl\'s Palace which includes building ruins, heritage architecture and château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089055/7d2cc554-853b-418a-82ee-7dd064fef261.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Earl's Palace 7 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Bishop\'s Palace which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a ruin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089051/446bdfda-71e8-46ff-9f1e-ec643860939c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bishop's Palace 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Orkney Wireless Museum 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - Orkney Museum 6 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Kirkwall (KOI) 6 min drive ### Restaurants - Harbour Fry 4 min walk - Auld Motor Hoose 3 min walk - Helgi's 2 min walk - The Storehouse 5 min walk - The Bothy Bar 3 min walk ## About this property ### The Ayre Hotel Property highlights At The Ayre Hotel, you can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and an elevator - Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All 51 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and room service. 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Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Room service ### More - Heating - Phone - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children - Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Ayre Hotel Kirkwall Ayre Kirkwall Ayre Hotel The Ayre Hotel Hotel The Ayre Hotel Kirkwall The Ayre Hotel Hotel Kirkwall ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Ayre Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Ayre Hotel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Ayre Hotel? ### What time is check-out at The Ayre Hotel? ### Where is The Ayre Hotel located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Ayre Hotel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 118 8 - Good 75 6 - Okay 23 4 - Poor 9 2 - Terrible 6 ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith Mar 7, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was our second stay in a matter of weeks and both were excellent. Friendly, welcoming, professional and efficient staff, a very nice room, and excellent food. I hope we will be back. ##### Keith Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Bree Jan 8, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness The staff at the Ayre were wonderful: warm, friendly, helpful, attentive. The room was ok, nothing special. Menu in the restaurant/pub was ok, nothing special. We were there over the New Year, stayed for 7 days... Again, the staff were wonderful! ##### Bree Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort really friendly staff at the hotel, had excellent service and would be very happy to stay here again. Breakfast buffet was good and dinner in the restaurant was very enjoyable ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location, a brief walk to town. We had a one bedroom suite with a kitchen. It was very clean and quiet. Would definitely stay here again. Orkney was great, every one was friendly and helpful. ##### Jeff Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike Oct 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities We stayed for 3 nights as a family of four in one of the apartments. The room was very well presented and had a small kitchen. The food served by the restaurant was delicious. There was an excellent selection of spirits and local beers. The staff very helpful and friendly. Will stay again. ##### Mike Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Alexander Sep 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff friendly and efficient. ##### Alexander Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay A great place to stay. Convenient for harbour and town centre. Delicious food. Friendly and helpful staff. ##### Catherine Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### linda Oct 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great service for late check in from the ferry. Really helpful staff. Good room and amenities. Handy to everything ##### linda Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Nicolas Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Room clean and comfortable. Some minor maintenance issues (hole in bathroom door) and difficult to squeeze into shower past extremely hot towel rack but otherwise good. Location very convenient and plenty of parking. ##### Nicolas Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Heather Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was nice and central. ##### Heather Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Roger Sep 29, 2025 Lovely staff. We commented on the lack of scallops on the menu as we had enjoyed them on our previous visit so they put them on for us. Lovely sea/ harbour views from our room. ##### Roger Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Robert Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location This hotel is convenient for seeing the sights of Kirkwall. Rooms are charming and comfortable. Breakfast has a good variety of choices. ##### Robert Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### John Oct 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Ideal for us with a dog and for one overnight. Staff went out of their way to enable us to get early checking as we were attending a wedding. We did not have breakfast as we were leaving very early to catch the ferry. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leilani Sep 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The was a very comfortable and cozy hotel. I had a great time here. I found it impeccably clean, and the cleaning staff was very friendly and helpful. It's walking distance from the downtown shopping area, but still pretty quiet. There is a lovely lounge and bar area that is very comfortable and welcoming. The shower worked very well too. I would love to stay here again! ##### Leilani Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Pauline Dec 22, 2025 Couldn’t get light in bathroom to work ended up having to use the light over the mirror. One of the milk sachets was all lumpy when we put it into a cup of tea in the room. Other than that everything was fine and staff very pleasant . ##### Pauline Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Apr 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect stay Great welcome, lovely clean room overlooking the harbour, beautiful food at dinner and breakfast and helpful and friendly staff ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Iain Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to stay Good location super clean helpful staff ##### Iain Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom Jun 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Ayre is conveniently located and we we very pleased with the accommodations. The staff was friendly and helpful. It is a great place to stay when arriving on the late night ferry. ##### Tom Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely stay on the Harbourfront Very central hotel overlooking the harbour a close walk to the main street and all the sights in town. The restaurant & bar area were great and rooms were quite comfortable. Staff were very friendly :) The only downside was the unusually hot summer weather made the rooms quite hot and stuffy. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarankumar Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Really pleasant atmosphere and people at hotel. Really the best stay experience that I ever had. Really good team of professionals catering up to your needs. Would definitely recommend them to friends and family for a stay when in Orkney. ##### Sarankumar Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ruta Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location, friendly staff, good food ##### ruta Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Feb 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff were very friendly, and the amenities were wonderful! Will definitely recommend to friends, and would definitely stay here again! ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy Jul 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed in the apartments which were simply perfect. Ample parking; excellent location which means you can walk to everywhere in Kirkwall and drive anywhere on main island. The apartments had a huge amount of space and a nearby Lidl and Tesco meant that it was easy to self cater with the facilities provided. A lovely bath and comfortable bed. ##### Jeremy Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline Aug 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Outside looks a little tired from front but inside very nice. Lovely welcome. Staff made sure I was ok as I have mobility issues. Lift easy to use and spacious. definitely recommend the jug ##### Pauline Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Michael Jun 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Convenient for the late night ferry arrival. Budget double room clean and comfortable but over-priced. 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