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Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments draws praise for its central waterfront location, friendly staff, clean lodgings, and generally well-regarded restaurant and bar, while some guests note smaller rooms, occasional noise, renovation works, and inconsistent dining or service lapses.
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Jane
Apr 28, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Kathryn
Apr 27, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
David
Apr 10, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Iban
Apr 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Kenneth
Mar 27, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
With a stay at The Ayre Hotel in Kirkwall, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Orkney Wireless Museum and 6 minutes by foot from St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Bishop's Palace.
Orkney Wireless Museum(0.1 miles)
St. Magnus Cathedral(0.3 miles)
Orkney Museum(0.3 miles)
Earl's Palace(0.4 miles)
Bishop's Palace(0.5 miles)
The Pickaquoy Centre(0.6 miles)
Free self parking is available on-site.
Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 15 for adults and children.
Pets are allowed with a fee of GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
The hotel features elevators and step-free entrances, making it accessible for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available in public areas and rooms.
The hotel is located just a 1-minute walk from Orkney Wireless Museum and a 6-minute walk from St. Magnus Cathedral. It is 0.3 miles from Orkney Museum and 0.5 miles from Bishop's Palace.
Children are welcome at the hotel, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although specific age details are not provided.
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