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Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property

Hostel in Kirkwall
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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family dining
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Overview of Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Old Scapa Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1BB
  • Popular LocationEmpire Chinese Restaurant8 min walk
  • Popular LocationBishop's Palace10 min walk
  • Popular LocationEarl's Palace11 min walk
  • AirportKirkwall (KOI)6 min drive
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Room options

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Heating
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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About the area

Kirkwall

Located in Kirkwall, Kirkwall Youth Hostel is near the beach. Scapa Distillery and Orkney Wine Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Scapa Beach and Mainland.

What's nearby

  • Earl's Palace - 11 min walk
  • Orkney Museum - 12 min walk
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 12 min walk
  • Scapa Distillery - 2 min drive
  • Highland Park Distillery - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Skipper's Bar - 16 min walk
  • Twenty One - 14 min walk
  • Helgi's - 17 min walk
  • The Storehouse - 16 min walk
  • Auld Motor Hoose - 14 min walk

About this property

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Property highlights
Kirkwall Youth Hostel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Self-service breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • A lift
Room features
All guest rooms at Kirkwall Youth Hostel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and soap
  • Communal kitchens, ovens and stovetops

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily self-serve breakfast available 8:00 AM–10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.50 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (5:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 21 July and 31 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for self-service breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and from GBP 6.50 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Kirkwall Youth
Kirkwall Youth Hostel Orkney Islands
Kirkwall Youth Hostel Kirkwall
Kirkwall Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Kirkwall Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

Is Kirkwall Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kirkwall Youth Hostel?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kirkwall Youth Hostel on 14 Apr 2024 start from AU$114.16, 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 Kirkwall Youth Hostel?

Kirkwall Youth Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kirkwall Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kirkwall Youth Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Kirkwall Youth Hostel located?

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

Kirkwall Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked my private room. I stayed 3 nights and really appreciated the simplicity of the facility. Everything you need is there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nigel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

YaoQiang

Liked: Staff & service
Wi-Fi so bad the price one £80 room. You can’t get Wi-Fi in room no chair in room
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will stay here again
First time in a youth hostel as an adult (and since the 80s) was a surprisingly pleasant experience. A private twin room for myself and my 12 yo daughter was great, shared facilities not too much of an issue even though the place was busy. Could do with more fridge space for guests, but ambient storage is plentiful, and the kitchen area and supplies ample for everyone. Location is great: within easy walking distance of the bus station for the able-bodied even with a heavy suitcase in tow, 10 minutes walk from 3 supermarkets and multiple takeaway food outlets (all independant, no chains), and within 10 minutes to the town centre and major attractions. Staff were available during advertised hours; friendly and efficient whenever encountered
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly place and in a great location. On town service bus route on the hour until 6.00pm but everywhere was within walking distance.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent and accommodating. Great value for the money if you just need a clean bed. Didn't like large communal area. Too many people using foul language. Dishes and utensils not clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Maureen, Canada

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient location. Kitchen had all of the amenities necessary, but fridge space was limited and fridges were not clean. Private room was basic, but had everything needed. Only concern was not having staff available earlier in the day for checkin, and when I sent the hostel an email earlierthrough the booking program, I did not receive an answer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

sally

Amazing and welcoming!
Amazing!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018