The West End Guest House, 14 Main Street, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1BU Tel: 01856 881201 Email: info@westendkirkwall.co.uk

Comfortable accommodation in the heart of Kirkwall

Just minutes away from the centre of Kirkwall, the West End Guest House is the ideal base for visitors looking to explore not only the historic town, but all Orkney has to offer.

Staying at The West End Guest House

Whatever your reason for visiting our islands, the West End Guest House has accommodation to meet your needs.

Constructed in 1824, the Georgian building was originally one of Kirkwall’s “finest town houses” before becoming the county’s first hospital in 1845. In the early 1900’s it was transformed into the West End Hotel and run as such for many years.

Today, almost 200 years later, the West End Guest House has been described as the “ideal blend of the old and modern”, with a few slanted floors within to remind us of the age of the building and add to it’s charming character!

Our comfortable en-suite rooms include single, twin, double and super king rooms.

All rooms are non-smoking and have:

Digital TV
Hairdryer
Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities
Free WIFI
Linen and towels

Please note if you have any personal mobility restrictions that our rooms are located over 3 floors and there is no lift facility.

Our free car park is situated to the rear of the hotel. If you are driving to us, please direct yourself to Manse Lane, rather than our postal address on Main Street. You will find us just a little way in on this lane. When you enter the guest house from the carpark entrance, please bear in mind that you come in on the first floor, with reception located on the ground floor.

Check availability and book online by clicking on the “search” icon at the right. Alternatively, please call us on 01856 881201 or fill out a booking enquiry to check availability.

We may be able to provide alternative accommodation arrangements - such as special rates for longer stays, personal meet on arrival requests etc. - Please do not hesitate to enquire at your time of booking.

Sorry, we are a pet free guest house.

Prices per room - all inclusive of breakfast

Small Single £45 - £75 (small Room)
Single £55 - £85
Large Single £60 - £90 (Queen bed)
Twin £65 - £95
Double £65 -£95
Super king £70 - £100

Best rate guarantee - book direct with us to ensure you get the best rate.

Please note that rooms are not serviced daily for short stays. If you would prefer to have your room serviced daily please let us know at your time of booking as this will incur an additional charge of £5.95 per day. For longer stays, 3 nights plus, fresh linen and towels will be provided and your room fully serviced at no extra charge.

Terms & Conditions
West End Guest House promotes a self-service check in – you may access the key box any time after 3pm on your day of arrival. Earlier arrivals may be possible.
Check out – all rooms must be vacated by 10am on your departure date.
Unfortunately, there is no left luggage facility.
Valid Credit Card details are required to secure your booking. No funds will be requested at this time - payment will only be requested no later than 48 hours before your arrival date.
Cancellation policy - in the event of cancellation within 3 days prior to your arrival date, the price of the first night’s stay will be charged. If there is simply a ‘no show’ situation the booking will be charged in full.
We very strongly advise persons travelling to Orkney to take out travel insurance to protect themselves against unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances, such as bad weather which often disrupts the ferry and air travel to and from the islands.

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