Kirkwall Youth Hostel - Kirkwall
Imagine waking up in a cozy inn with the sound of history outside your window. From the rolling hills of the Cotswolds to the dramatic cliffs of Scotland, the United Kingdom invites you to explore its timeless charm. Wander through royal castles, relax by sparkling lakes, and enjoy vibrant city life in London, Edinburgh, or Cardiff. Whether you seek adventure, culture, or relaxation, booking your stay here means every moment becomes a story worth telling.
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
No. of rooms
31
WiFi
Parking
Animal acceptance
We speak
8.0/10
No. of rooms
31
WiFi
Parking
Animal acceptance
We speak
8.0/10
Single Room. This private room has access to shared bathroom facilities. ;
Twin Room. This private room has access to shared bathroom facilities. ;
Quadruple Room. This private room has access to shared bathroom facilities. ;
Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room. Rooms are 2 square metres. ;
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room. Rooms are 2 square metres. ;
Double Room. The double room offers a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed. ;
Double Room with Private Bathroom. The double room features a carpeted floor and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed. ;
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom. The triple room includes a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Situated just 13 minutes’ from St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall Youth Hostel offers free onsite parking and a self-catering kitchen. This former World War II base and school is quietly located on the edge of Kirkwall.
Each private room has access to shared bathroom facilities. Guests have use of laundry facilities and a large drying room.
Kirkwall Youth Hostel offers a well equipped kitchen, for guests to prepare meals. The surrounding area offers a wide range of restaurants and pubs.
Orkney offers many historic sites and attractions, including Skara Brae, Maes Howe, and the Ring of Brodgar. The historic Scapa Flow is just 1 mile from the Kirkwall Youth Hostel. Guests can enjoy ferry trips to the Northern Isles from Kirkwall Harbour.
The hotel day starts from hour 17:00 and ends at 10:00.
Full payment forbookings will be charged at the time of booking.major credit & debit cards are accepted excluding American Express.
All bookings will include a temporary membership fee per person per night. (Full, existing members of Hostelling Scotland and HI using these channels are not entitled to a membership refund).
Individual reservations (Up to 9 persons) - can cancel free of charge until 3 days before the arrival date. If cancelled within the 3 days before the arrival 100 percent of the total price will be charged.
Groups reservations (more than 9 persons) - different policies and additional supplements will apply. More than 8 weeks (57 days or more) 20% of total cost. 8 – 4 weeks (56- 29 days) 55% of total cost. 4 – 0 weeks (28 - 0 day) 100% of total cost.
No stag or hen parties are permitted at any youth hostel.
Should guests be entitled to a refund or part refund please note that these are processed by Hostelling Scotland National Office, Stirling. It may take 7 to 10 working days from the date of cancellation request for the refund to be processed back onto the original card used.
From the age of 12 to 15 years, young people must be accompanied by a parent or guardian of the same gender when booking a bed within shared accommodation. Parties with young children (under 5 years) will only be accommodated in private rooms,available
Parties with children (under 12 years) will only be accommodated in private rooms,available Hostelling Scotland advise that additional notice be given to the destination youth hostel when travelling with children, to ensure that suitable accommodation is available.
Hostelling Scotland advise that additional notice be given to the destination youth hostel when travelling with children, to ensure that suitable accommodation is available. There is no capacity for extra beds or cots.
Check-in from 17.00 until 22.00 and check-out from 08.00 until 10.00. The hostel is closed during the day between 10.00 and 17.00, though access may be arranged – please contact the hostel in advance.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note thatSpecial Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Smoke alarms
Private parking
Cashless payment available
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Non-smoking throughout
WiFi
Luggage storage
Special diet menus (on request)
Free parking
Key access
Fire extinguishers
Free WiFi
Board games/puzzles
Family rooms
Parking on site
Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Heating
Contactless check-in/check-out
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Garden
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
Pets allowed
Internet services
Designated smoking area
Shared lounge/TV area
Invoice provided
Parking
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Non-smoking rooms
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
Shared kitchen
First aid kit available
