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Murray Arms Hotel

Property class: 3

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A bedroom with a skylight, two bedside lamps, a radiator, and a yellow pillow.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a pot on the counter, and a person cooking.
A stone structure with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood, walk-ins, dog-friendly, and beer garden.
An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.
A stone pillar with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood daily, walk-ins welcome, dog-friendly, and a beer garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

Explore the area

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Back Road, South Ronaldsay, Scotland, KW17 2SP
  • Place, Hoxa Tapestry Gallery
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sand of Wright
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a window with a view, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed artwork on the wall, and a dark ceiling.

Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, Ensuite

A bed with a blue and white comforter, a dark blue pillow, and a yellow chair against a yellow wall with a framed picture.

Basic Single Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

South Ronaldsay

At Murray Arms Hotel you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Sand of Wright and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Hoxa Tapestry Gallery. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a garden. Added amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class South Ronaldsay inn include Banks Chambered Tomb and Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Hoxa Tapestry Gallery - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Sand of Wright - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Olav's Wood - 11 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robertson's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Polly Kettle - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Commodore Chalets - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Viet Kitchen Orkney - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Anchorage & Galley Inn - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Murray Arms Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Murray Arms Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star South Ronaldsay inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Murray Arms Hotel offers 10 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
This property is professionally cleaned
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Murray Arms Hotel?

Yep, Murray Arms Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Murray Arms Hotel?

As of 22 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Murray Arms Hotel on 22 Nov 2026 start from NZ$129, 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 Murray Arms Hotel?

The closest beach to Murray Arms Hotel is Scapa Beach (15.2 km).

Is Murray Arms Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a BBQ, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Murray Arms Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Murray Arms Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free on-the-go breakfast is served at Murray Arms Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Murray Arms Hotel?

No, Murray Arms Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Murray Arms Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Murray Arms Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Murray Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 162 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay right at the end of the bus route that crosses the islands. Really good restaurant (especially for fish lovers!), super friendly and helpful staff, convenient for the Pentland Ferry - what’s not to like !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host. Every person at the hotel was so helpful. Rooms very clean food was great. Would go back Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As our fullsome praise in your questionnaire shows, this is an excellent place to stay. We might add that the food was of a very high standard and quality too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Murray Arms is an excellent place to stay ,two minutes from the Pentland Ferry terminal. It is spotlessly clean with a nice bar and restaurant. The staff couldn't be more friendly and welcoming. The breakfast and evening meals are excellent, would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, fantastic seafood.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
small but very friendly hotel with good food and a characterful atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideally located hotel. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had an incredibly restful stay here. The food was great, staff very friendly and the bed big and comfy...thank you! Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay. Beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place with so many pluses. Great food and hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely time , the staff were so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The proprietors are very friendly and accommodating. The place has a lot of charm and is clean and perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome, one night stay comfortable bed nice room clean en suite. Food here is excellent and local-a must if you enjoy fresh seafood! Friendly staff throughout stay.
Seafood Penne Pasta
Hand dived scallops pan fried in whiskey and honey butter
Breakfast, locally smoked salmon snd eggs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Good food, and a nice tiny town right at the ferry port. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pub and hotel. Great food and staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location and everything ok, staff friendly and helpful. Food good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent room, good food. Peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

My 2nd time staying here. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Food (dinner menu and breakfast) was fantastic again. Wouldn't hesitate to book again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Traditional little gem!

Lovely food and welcoming atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food, but the rooms are a bit on the snug side.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amasing personal, excellent dinner and breakfeast
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent hotel in Orkney

Really enjoyed staying at the Murray Arms Hotel. Clean and nice room, really comfortable. A really friendly place to stay. The food is fantastic too, enjoyed it. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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

Good placr

Good friendly staff good food vlesn bathroom and room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Friendly welcome

Friendly welcome, very good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024