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The Ayre Hotel

Property class: 3

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At The Ayre Hotel, you can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
The current price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a headboard with wall-mounted lights.

Panoramic Double or Twin Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two single beds, each with white linens and a dark striped pillow. There are wall-mounted lamps on either side of the beds.

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and a window with curtains.

Panoramic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a mirror on the wall.

Budget Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

One Bedroom Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a mirror, and a door.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Kirkwall is home to The Ayre Hotel. Scapa Distillery and Orkney Wine Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Pickaquoy Centre and Stromness Museum. Visit our Kirkwall travel guide
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Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1QX

What's nearby

  • A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.
    St. Magnus Cathedral
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.
    Earl's Palace
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.
    Bishop's Palace
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Orkney Wireless Museum
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Orkney Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lucano
    8 min walk
  • Sunbeam Coffee House
    9 min walk
  • Archive Coffee
    4 min walk
  • Auld Motor Hoose
    3 min walk
  • Skipper's
    3 min walk

About this property

The Ayre Hotel

  • Property highlights
  • At The Ayre Hotel, you can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and coffee/tea in reception
    • A lift, a TV in reception and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 51 rooms include amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and room service.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ayre Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ayre Hotel?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ayre Hotel on 29 Aug 2026 start from AU$249, 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 The Ayre Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ayre Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Ayre Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ayre Hotel located?

Situated in Kirkwall, this hotel is steps away from Peedie Sea and Orkney Wireless Museum. St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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