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Albert Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Kirkwall with bars/lounges and coffee shop/cafe

Photo gallery for Albert Hotel

2 bars/lounges
Front of property
2 bars/lounges
Fireplace
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1JZ
  • Place, St. Magnus Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl's Palace
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Highland Park Distillery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Superior Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Kirkwall

At Albert Hotel you'll be within steps of Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges and a restaurant. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Kirkwall hotel include Orkney Museum and Earl's Palace.

What's nearby

  • Orkney Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Earl's Palace - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bishop's Palace - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Highland Park Distillery - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trenabies Cafe Bistro - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Albert Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall with bars/lounges and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. Albert Hotel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3-star Kirkwall hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Albert Hotel offers 18 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. This Kirkwall hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 20 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

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 accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 23 December and 4 January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 20.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Albert Hotel Kirkwall
Albert Kirkwall
Albert Hotel Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Albert Hotel Hotel
Albert Hotel Kirkwall
Albert Hotel Hotel Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Albert Hotel?

Albert Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Albert Hotel?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Albert Hotel on 2 Nov 2025 start from NZ$262.23, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Albert Hotel?

The closest beach to Albert Hotel is Scapa Beach (2.6 km).

Does Albert Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Albert Hotel?

No, Albert Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Albert Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Albert Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Albert Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Albert Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Albert Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 264 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience !

Accommodations were very comfortable and attractive. Enjoyed the historic ambience, and the walkability of the location. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Every thing was basically good, staff are nice, hotel is clean a new, the only problem was the noise from the bar and event room kept us up both nights until gone midnight. Not ideal for c£200 a night
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff went out of its way to make sure the guests’ needs are met. Great location. I’ll stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable , enjoyable stay, friendly helpful staff. Please put a sign for the hotel on the end wall facing car park. Arriving tired off 11pm ferry and following SATNAV to car park it was a problem finding the front door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lars Erik

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Beautiful room. No issue arriving late on the ferry from Aberdeen. No parking but easy to find free on the road parking nearby. Lovely and plentiful breakfast but as this was not included in my booking we were surprised to discover it was so expensive (£18 each). Fabulous location which means you can walk to everything in Kirkwall and easily drive to anywhere on the main island. Could be a good base for a long stay on Orkney.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room, clean. I’ll stay there next time I come to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant room, great view and clean. Water bottle was welcome touch for those of us who don't drink hot drinks. Only negative was the bed was a bit lumpy, but nothing to stop me sleeping.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel! Its location near the harbor and right by the main restaurants and sites in Kirkwall is really convenient and safe - with fun things to do all around. The staff were all very pleasant and the pub and restaurant were nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a standard and convenient hotel. The bed was comfortable and it was fairly quiet. No parking outside but we were able to park up close to drop off our bags. Long stay parking wasn't far but quite busy in May so will only get busier during summer months.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Room comfort

Good central hotel

Nice hotel in the centre of Kirkwall. Street parking was easy enough and you didn't have to pay overnight. The room was far too warm with all of the heaters on full-blast which was not very eco-friendly. We turned all of them off. The hotel restaurant was nice with good grub. The room was comfy although a little dated. We had a few drinks in the Bothy bar but didn't feel very welcome, the bar staff didn't seem keen to serve us. We wanted to try some local whisky, but felt like we were a nuisance for asking. It probably would have been fine if we'd just gone into the bar for a beer!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jupiter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well located within walking distance of shopping and the harbour. We ate at the restaurant for our evening meals, and the food was good. I had the local scallops, and they were the best scallops I have ever had. We had continental breakfast at the hotel and there was a nice variety for breakfast including boiled eggs, and local cheese. The bed was really uncomfortable, and I slept with my head lower than my feet as it slopped down. The pillows were hard. We felt the property was not great value for the amount we paid. As accommodation is hard to find in Kirkwall, this means the cost of a night's accommodation is more expensive. We paid 200 pound per night for a couple, and this did not include breakfast. The breakfast was an extra 13 pound per person.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A1
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was absolutely lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would definitely stay again

I arrived late for checkin-in but everything was left out for me so it was super quick and easy to get into my room after a long journey, which was great! Room was clean and in a really good condition. Bed was very comfortable. The shower was amazing! Very powerful and hot.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and quiet hotel, restaurant food was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel in Orkney
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean & basic but comfortable. Street parking free after 5pm - 9 am nearby. Stairs & lift available. Had dinner in pub after a couple of beers and was good. Barmaid Anita brilliant!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is fine for a short stay in Kirkwall. Limited vegetarian options for food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024