Ayre Road,
Kirkwall,
United Kingdom,
KW15 1QX,
Highlands
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Near the harbour
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Spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Clean rooms
Ideal location
Rooms and Apartments
The Ayre Hotel in Kirkwall features rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with Freeview. Rooms provide tea/coffee facilities, and bathrooms have either a bath/shower or walk-in shower, along with a heated towel rail. Compact rooms have less floor space. Apartments, located near the hotel, include one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, each featuring a kitchen with a fridge, hob, oven/microwave, and cookware. Each apartment includes air-source heating, lift access, and access to all hotel facilities. Twin Rooms with Sea Views are equipped with a flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee. Double Rooms with Sea Views are each equipped with a flat-screen TV, telephone and free tea and coffee.
Dining at Ayre Hotel
The Ayre Hotel's restaurant serves cooked breakfasts, lunch from 12 PM to 2 PM, and dinner. The menu features Orkney beef, fish, local produce, and homemade desserts. The bar offers local beers, wines, and spirits. The Ayre Hotel is known locally as a place to eat. There are also bars and restaurants within 5 minutes' walk of the hotel.
Leisure Amenities
Guests can unwind in the traditional bar, which includes a pool table. Convenient amenities include complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area. Throughout the year there are DJ nights, Party Nights, and special seasonal menus.
Location in Kirkwall
The Ayre Hotel overlooks Kirkwall harbor and is situated in the principal town of Kirkwall. Landmarks nearby: The Earl's Palace - 0.5 km, Scapa Crafts Orkney Chairs - 1.5 km, The Big Tree - 0.5 km, The Orkney Museum - 0.5 km, The Orkney Distillery - 0.3 km, Orkney Witchcraft Memorial - 0.5 km, Harbour Street - 0.3 km. The apartments are close to the town center. Kirkwall is 10 km from Kirkwall Airport.
Hotel Services
The Ayre Hotel offers meeting rooms for private dinners and conferences. The hotel provides laundry facilities. There is room service. The reception is accessed from the entrance on Ayre Road or the car park on Burnmouth Road. Free Wi-Fi is available. Ironing facilities are available on request. Guide Dogs only
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Two-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
10 m²
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
room details
Double Room
2 persons
12 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
18 m²
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
room details
Double or Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
16 m²
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
Heating
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Getting around
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City Centre
Kirkwall100 m
Airports
Kirkwall (KOI)
6.2
km
Eday (EOI)
32.1
km
Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Children
Cots
Room features
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite
At the Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments, guests can indulge in authentic Scottish cuisine that celebrates the best of Orkney produce. With a warm, family-friendly ambiance and an array of dining times throughout the day, the culinary offerings create a delightful experience for all ages.
Restaurant #1
Scottish
Ambiance
Family friendly, cozy setting
Key Offerings
Signature dishes feature local Orkney ingredients, complemented by a great selection of drinks.
Reservation
Recommended
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner available; Lunch served from 12 PM to 2 PM.
Location
Ayre Road,
Kirkwall,
United Kingdom,
KW15 1QX,
Highlands
Map view
Ayre Road,
Kirkwall,
United Kingdom,
KW15 1QX,
Highlands
City landmarks
Monument
Saint Magnus Cathedral
600 m
Palace
The Earl's Palace
670 m
Landmark
Peedie Sea
640 m
Landmark
Grain Earth House
1.0
km
Landmark
Orkney Witchcraft Memorial
760 m
Church
Kirkwall Baptist Church
830 m
Landmark
Highland Park Distillery
2.2
km
Landmark
HMS Royal Oak Memorial
2.2
km
Landmark
Scapa Crafts Orkney Chairs
1.3
km
Landmark
Scapa Distillery
2.7
km
Island
JP Orkney
2.7
km
Beach
Scapa Beach
2.6
km
Landmark
Quanter Ness
3.5
km
Landmark
Wideford Hill Chambered Cairn
3.9
km
Landmark
Wideford Hill
3.9
km
Landmark
Head of Work
4.4
km
Nearby
Museum
The Orkney Museum
540 m
Museum
Orkney Wireless Museum
140 m
Ayre Road
The Orkney Distillery
70 m
Harbour Street
180 m
Marina
Kirkwall Marina
410 m
Albert Street
The Big Tree
410 m
Restaurants
Harbour Fry
260 m
3 Bridge Street
Pomona Cafe
330 m
9 Albert Street
St Magnus Cafe
520 m
Broad St Kirkwall Community Centre
The Happy Haddock
720 m
69 Junction Road
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP15 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
60
Former name
Ayre
Questions of the users
About Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments
Is it possible to check in at any hour upon arrival?
10 September 2024
Check-in begins at 2 PM, and there is a 24-hour reception to assist guests.
Are there elevators available for accessing all floors?
12 October 2024
Yes, lifts are available to reach all floors comfortably.
When is breakfast typically served for guests?
15 November 2024
Breakfast is available daily from 7:30 AM until 9:30 AM, with options for early breakfast upon request.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel, and what are the hours?
20 December 2024
Yes, breakfast is served from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM every day, with early options available if needed.
Can guests arrive late if they are arriving by ferry?
28 January 2025
Late check-in is permitted thanks to the 24-hour reception service.
If arriving late from a ferry, will it be possible to check in?
04 February 2025
Yes, check-in is not a problem, as there is a 24-hour reception service.
Is parking available on-site, and is it necessary to reserve it in advance?
11 March 2025
Free parking is available for guests and does not require prior arrangement.
Are the apartments equipped with separate bedrooms for guests?
29 March 2025
Yes, the two-bedroom apartments feature two distinct bedrooms for extra privacy.
What options are available for dining at the hotel?
15 April 2025
The hotel's restaurant serves lunch from 12 PM to 2 PM and dinner from 6 PM to 9 PM, featuring Orkney's finest produce.
Are there specialized facilities available for events and meetings?
22 May 2025
The hotel provides well-equipped meeting rooms suitable for various functions, including conferences and private gatherings.