Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments
About this property
Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbor. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms are each equipped with a flat-screen TV, telephone and free tea and coffee. Sea view rooms are available, while all have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Ironing facilities are available on request. Cooked breakfasts are on offer in the Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments’ restaurant, which also provides lunch, bar and evening menus. Local ingredients are used, including Orkney Lamb, steaks and freshly caught fish. The North Isles Ferries are just a few minutes’ walk away, and the Aberdeen/Lerwick ferry terminal is only 2 miles away. Kirkwall is Mainland Orkney’s largest town, and has bars and restaurants within 5 minutes’ walk of the hotel. Free parking is provided, with ancient sites such as Skara Brae are all within a 30-minute drive.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Crib available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Diane
United States“Loved the location, very central to everything on the island. Groceries, ferries, sites to explore. Loved the sharp knives, the drying rack in bathroom.”- Ned United States“Our favorite part was the young bartender Arjun (probably not spelling it correctly). He made a great Cosmopolitan cocktail!!!!”
Karl United States“I was worried that the hotel would be hard to find, as we left the ferry at 11:30pm, however the drive was simple and the building was well lit and well signed. The staff were cheery and pleasant despite working in the middle of the night. We...”- Gavin
Canada“Close to the ferry terminal in Kirkwall, so for a late night arrival, there was little hassle getting there and checking in.” - Pimjai
Thailand“Spacious 2-bedroom apartment with parking space. Wonderful location. The buffet breakfast was not included in our booking so we walk to have breakfast in town- very short walk.” - Gloria United States“Extremely surprised with this hotel. Top value for the price. It had everything I wanted and more. The restaurant is very good too, and all personnel are gracious and kind.”
- Candace United States“Delicious breakfast. Nice hotel lounge. Friendly staff.”
- Barlow Canada“Very central for walkabout the old city. Handy to the bus terminal for day trips to Skara Brae and St Margaret’s Hope. The restaurant was excellent.”
- Tonya
Australia“Reception staff Islah was Lovely and very personable. Lift available to upper floors to support mobility and luggage maneuvers. The restaurant provided good food (loved the scallops), and breakfast was great. Good location against the water.” - Anita United States“Staff would do anything to accommodate us. The apartment was spacious and very clean.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineScottish
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 15 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
When booking 5 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply
