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14 Main Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1BU

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The West End Guest House, constructed in 1824, has transitioned from a distinguished town house to the county's first hospital and later to a guest house. The building is extensively refurbished and is renowned for its local dining reputation. Situated in Kirkwall, it serves as an ideal base for exploring the rich history and culture of Orkney, including the nearby St Magnus Cathedral and numerous historic sites.

Location

The guest house is located just a few minutes' walk from the center of Kirkwall, which is home to attractions such as St Magnus Cathedral and local shops. It serves as a transport hub with ferries and flights connecting to the outer North Isles and the Scottish mainland. Notable nearby locations include the Earl's Palace and Highland Park Distillery, making it a strategic starting point for exploration.

Rooms

All guest rooms at the West End Guest House feature modern amenities including free WiFi, digital TV, and tea and coffee making facilities. The accommodations include various room types such as single, double, twin, and super king, all of which are en suite. Certain rooms also offer a seating area for added comfort. Note that the guest house does not have a lift, as the rooms are spread over three floors.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served daily in the dining room on the first floor, with a focus on local produce and a variety of choices. Guests are encouraged to select their cooked breakfast options the night before. The staff offers flexibility for early departures with breakfast grab-and-go bags and aims to accommodate any special dietary requests in advance.

Leisure & Business

The West End Guest House offers free parking facilities at the rear of the property, which is conveniently located near the airport and ferry terminals. Guests can enjoy relaxing in the garden area or exploring Kirkwall's vibrant town center, which includes museums, shops, and various entertainment options. Free WiFi is available throughout the property for convenience.

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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

Double Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

8 m²

1 Double bed

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Single Room Private Bathroom

1 person

6 m²

1 Single bed

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Twin Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

10 m²

2 Single beds

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Small Single Room

1 person

6 m²

1 Single bed

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City Centre

Kirkwall700 m

Airports

Kirkwall (KOI) 5.5 km

Eday (EOI) 32.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

Non-smoking property
Free internet access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

14 Main Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1BU

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14 Main Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1BU

City landmarks

Museum

Orkney Wireless Museum

780 m

Landmark

Highland Park Distillery

1.6 km

Landmark

The Orkney Distillery

860 m

Marina

Kirkwall Marina

1.0 km

Landmark

Harbour Street

870 m

Landmark

Peedie Sea

830 m

Landmark

HMS Royal Oak Memorial

1.7 km

Landmark

Grain Earth House

1.3 km

Landmark

Scapa Distillery

2.1 km

Beach

Scapa Beach

2.4 km

Island

JP Orkney

3.3 km

Landmark

Quanter Ness

4.0 km

Landmark

Wideford Hill Chambered Cairn

4.2 km

Landmark

Wideford Hill

4.2 km

Landmark

Head of Work

4.8 km

Nearby

Monument

Saint Magnus Cathedral

450 m

Palace

The Earl's Palace

480 m

Museum

The Orkney Museum

380 m

Church

Kirkwall Baptist Church

90 m

Clay Loan At Intersection With Bignold Park Road

Orkney Witchcraft Memorial

340 m

Albert Street

The Big Tree

530 m

12 Scapa Road

Scapa Crafts Orkney Chairs

540 m

Restaurants

The Happy Haddock

240 m

69 Junction Road

Sinclair's Ice Cream Parlour

590 m

37 Albert Street

Willows Takeaway

900 m

Willow Road

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 07:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel West End Guest House guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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West End Guest House, Kirkwall

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