Name: Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Address: Old Scapa Road, Kirkwall, Orkney, Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, United Kingdom
Rating: 7.83

Guest reviews

7.8

Good

Based on 194 verified reviews

Facilities

7.5

Cleanliness

7.6

Rooms

7

Service

7.8

Location

7

Dining

7

Who stays here?

Couple

30%

Group

26%

Solo

42%

8

Maren

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

My stay was great. The place was clean but a bit small. You can wash your laundry there for a small price and even use the dryer. The bathroom was clean. The showers were new but a bit narrow.

6

Arthur

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived late from the Shetland Ferry. Instructions to get in were clear. We had a private room but no towels, they were complimentary but had to be provided for by staff and upon arrival there was no staff… so we could not shower in the evening. All was clean and working well. Room was clean and effective - but could be made more friendly by just putting up some pictures or Orkney fotos.. that would really make a difference. Staff was very accomodating and nice, breakfast room was pleasant. We had an okay stay but all in all found it quite high priced for the basic facilities we got.

8

Simon

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Youth hostel with (some) rooms converted to double rooms. Rooms slightly basic, but comfortable. The place is somewhat aged but appears well kept. Spacious communal kitchen and dining room.

8

Meg

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Arrived in the middle of the night. Luckily we were able to get in and rouse the night staff, who appeared immediately. Very comfortable room

8

Beth

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Several of the staff were very helpful, like Ross and Joseph. I initially had a dorm room, but there wasn't enough space for me to layout equipment I needed each day. Was very happy to switch to a private room. Great set up for kitchen use.

Old Scapa Road, Kirkwall, Orkney, Kirkwall, Scotland, United Kingdom

Location

When you stay at Kirkwall Youth Hostel in Kirkwall, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from St. Magnus Cathedral and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Orkney Museum.

Bishop's Palace(0.5 miles)

Earl's Palace(0.6 miles)

Orkney Museum(0.6 miles)

St. Magnus Cathedral(0.6 miles)

The Pickaquoy Centre(0.7 miles)

Orkney Wireless Museum(0.8 miles)

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Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 17:00 to 22:00

Before 10:00

Good to know

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Optional extras

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FAQs

Limited parking is available on-site and is free of charge.

Self-serve breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 6.50 for adults and children.

Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of GBP 7.50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Check-in is from 5:00 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.

The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

The property is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace. It is approximately 0.7 miles from St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Museum, and 3.6 miles from Kirkwall Airport.

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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