Karrawa Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kirkwall with free breakfast

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Front of property
Free self-parking
Standard Twin Room
Free daily full breakfast
Reception
Karrawa Guest House, in the heart of town, offers a quiet escape with full breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Guests can relax on the sunny terrace or stroll through the garden. Previous visitors praise their stays and the delicious morning meals.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room (Small)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Kirkwall, Karrawa Guest House is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scapa Beach and Mill Sand, while Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum are cultural highlights.
Map
Inganess Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1SP

What's nearby

  • Highland Park Distillery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bishop's Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Earl's Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Orkney Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Karrawa Guest House

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Karrawa Guest House and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast
Room features
All guest rooms at Karrawa Guest House include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Free infant beds, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Karrawa Guest House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Karrawa Guest House?

As of 16 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karrawa Guest House on 5 Nov 2025 start from AU$169.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Karrawa Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karrawa Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Karrawa Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Karrawa Guest House located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Highland Park Distillery, Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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