The Shore - Kirkwall

The Shore - Kirkwall

$$$$|View on mapKirkwall, United Kingdom|Reservation: +44-160-073-8777|
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The Shore - Kirkwall
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Overview

Located approximately a 10-minute drive from Wideford Hill Chambered Cairn, The Shore Kirkwall hotel is very close to Harbour Street. The hotel also provides Wi-Fi available throughout the property.

Location

The accommodation is situated in a shopping district, merely 7 minutes on foot from the restaurant Indian Garden. Saint Magnus Cathedral is opposite this 3-star hotel, and Kirkwall Marina is only 5 minutes' walk away. There is Scapa Beach approximately a 25-minute walk away, while Kirkwall bus station within 5 minutes' walk of the property.

Rooms

The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. Guests can also enjoy sea views.

Eat & Drink

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP17.50 per person per day. 

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:30
until 11 am
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP17.50 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:17
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    21 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Budget Single Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Room size:

    13 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    18 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports activities

Golf course

Wheelchair access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Services

  • Housekeeping

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Shore

💵 Lowest room price 82 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 6.1 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kirkwall, KOI

Location

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Shore Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1LG
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Shore Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1LG
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Monument
Saint Magnus Cathedral
540 m
Palace
The Earl's Palace
570 m
Museum
The Orkney Museum
470 m
Museum
Orkney Wireless Museum
170 m
Ayre Road
The Orkney Distillery
200 m
Marina
Kirkwall Marina
150 m
Harbour Street
80 m
Albert Street
The Big Tree
320 m
Restaurant
St Magnus Cafe
450 m
Restaurant
The Happy Haddock
760 m
Restaurant
Cafe At No.65
700 m

Reviews of The Shore

8.2 /10
Great94 reviews
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  • Great
    8.0

    It was fairly clean, staff was amiable. The hotel was in a central setting by ferry with plenty of free parking nearby.

    Henry United Kingdom, 
  • Nice
    6.2

    New-fashioned and silent rooms, lovely view out to the harbor. Particularly good and perfect location at a medium distance from Orkney Golf Club.

    Wi-Fi was very poor.

    Clive United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.4

    Fairly nice stay, as always. Fairly clean and nicely appointed place, delicious breakfast with a wide range of options. Good-sized room with a comfortable bed and good service. Fab food plus excellent staff. ...  

    Archie United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.0

    It's a modern small hotel nestled in a traditional style building. Exceptionally comfortable bed, recently renovated room that has a luxurious bathroom. Plus, the location is marvellous, minutes from Orkney Wireless Museum. They have complimentary beverages in the lounge...  

    George United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.0

    The hotel was fairly clean and ideal, had nice views out to the harbor. We stayed in a recently refurbished and good sized room with relaxing bedroom. Its wonderful, central location was a plus.

    Arthur United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    The budget room was modern and silent with a queen bed, so that guests had essentials. The breakfast in the morning was lovely and very good and complete with fabulous black pudding.

    Peter United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.2

    Delicious and gorgeous breakfast choice with fabulous black pudding. Modern & decent sized room, a telephone and a radiator in there. Magnificent, handy location in Kirkwall, short walk to the shops, tourist attractions and the town...  

    Christine United Kingdom, 
  • Very good
    7.2

    The room was brand-new and well-equipped, had essentials, like a shower and dressing gowns. The restaurant was lovely and the food was good.

    Fred United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    Its location is excellent & wonderful, near to shops, sightseeing, and a sweet and the Shore. The breakfast choices are lovely and wonderful with fabulous black pudding. Would like to go back there again whenever we go to Kirkwall.

    Douglas United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.2

    The breakfast is delicious and enjoyable, has many choices. The rooms are extremely pleasant and budget, equipped with a telephone and a radiator. Perfectly comfortable location, its set near to front the harbour and Kirkwall quayside.

    David United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    There were recently renovated, top-class rooms with the bathroom in the middle which was great. Wi-Fi and a radiator were important for us.

    Harriet United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.0

    Pleasant property, has incredibly attentive staff with one particular male staff member who was excellent. Delicious and gorgeous breakfast with a fair amount of options.

    Edward United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.4

    Location: the hotel was short walk to the old harbour and central to Kirkwall attractions and transport and the harbour and ferry terminal.

    Mick United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.8

    We where in a marvellous location at a walking distance from Saint Magnus Cathedral.

    Philip United Kingdom, 
  • Guest rating
    5.0

    Top quality rooms and silent with great WiFi as well as twin beds. Location right by ferry terminal, the Kirkwall seafront and The Shore.

    Awful views from the window.

    John United Kingdom, 

FAQ about The Shore

How far is The Shore Hotel from the city centre?
Kirkwall city centre is reachable within a 5-minute walk from The Shore Hotel.
What are the top attractions to visit while staying at the The Shore Hotel?
Wideford Hill, set within 4.2 km from the The Shore Hotel as well as Scapa Beach placed just a 10-minute drive away are well worth visiting. If you are willing to explore even more landmarks in Kirkwall, attend Orkney Golf Club located within a 17-minute stroll from the property.
Is there a parking at the 3-star The Shore Hotel?
Yes, the 3-star The Shore Hotel features parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at The Shore Hotel?
Unfortunately, The Shore Hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property - visit restaurant Dil Se (100 m) for the taste of Indian cuisine or St Ola Hotel (100 m), which is popular for its British dishes.
What time is check-in and check-out at the Kirkwall hotel?
Guests of the Kirkwall hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:30 and check out from 11:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the Kirkwall hotel?
The price for a room in the Kirkwall hotel starts at £207.
What room types are available at The Shore Hotel?
Budget Room, Deluxe King Suite and Guest Room are among the room types available at The Shore Hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at The Shore Hotel?
Every suite at The Shore Hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathrooms along with a hairdryer and guest toiletries.
Is the hotel accessible to people with disabilities?
Yes, toilets for disabled and wheelchair access are provided at the hotel for guests with special needs.
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