Shorelands B&B enjoys a location in Kirkwall, 1.7 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe. Featuring sea and garden views, this guest house also includes free Wifi. Featuring a private entrance, the guest house allows guests their privacy. At the guest house, every unit comes with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. There's a seating and a dining area in all units. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. Full English/Irish and vegetarian breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available each morning at the guest house. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Standing Stones of Stenness is 11 miles from Shorelands B&B, while Ring of Brogdar is 12 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 2.5 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
10
High score for Kirkwall
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emily
    Germany Germany
    The host(s) are lovely, the breakfast was delicious, the room was great. It had a really good combination of privacy in our room as well as comfortable common areas that made it feel like we were just staying with the family. Nicky was able to...
  • Fetzer
    Canada Canada
    Friendly hosts. Giving great tips for what to do. The breakfast was amazing
  • C
    Canada Canada
    The hosts made us feel at home. My son had a great time playing in the yard with the kids. The hosts are native to Orkney so have a lot of knowledge to share. They run tours as well so highly recommend booking with them.
  • S
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was perfect - a very close walk to Kirkwall's features so you don't have to take the car - the cathedral, palace, restaurants, shops - but in a quiet residential setting off the main streets. Nice view down the hill to the harbor and...
  • Carolyn
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast excellent. Proprietor very helpful and accomodating.
  • Shelley
    Canada Canada
    Nicky the host was very friendly and welcoming. He made suggestions for places to visit. The full Scottish breakfast was great. Access to large living room with fireplace. Great location.
  • Parker
    United States of America United States of America
    The place is nice and clean. Hospitality was fantastic. Nicky was very helpful. The place is in a good location within walking distance of town.
  • Pamela
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved the comfortably appointed guest lounge. Nikki was the consummate host in every way, welcoming us into his historic and beautiful home with kindness, and regaling us with Orkney stories when we asked and providing a wonderful breakfast....
  • Gordon
    United States of America United States of America
    I especially liked the Sitting Room with comfortable chairs, music and whisky were provided.
  • Brenda
    United States of America United States of America
    The location in was ideal in Kirkwall and our host - Nicky- was very welcoming. there was a comfortable shared parlor for guests and we had a spectacular view of the Barbour from our room

Hosted by Nicky Bichan

9.9
9.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Nicky Bichan
Family run bed and breakfast, only five minutes walk from the heart of Orkney's capital, Kirkwall. Spacious bedrooms all with en-suite. Spectacular views over Kirkwall, the West Mainland and the North Isles. Relax in the guest lounge next to an open fire and enjoy the finest breakfast using the best of Orkney produce. Free Wi-Fi, and parking spaces are available. Your friendly hosts have a passion for Orkney, which is sure to make your stay memorable.
Nicky and Kirsten Bichan live on the premises with their three young children. There is also a small friendly dog, which is kept entirely in the private part of the house. This means that we cannot accept any pets. There is a small outdoor seating area at the rear of the property, which guests are welcome to use.
We are 5-10 minutes drive from Kirkwall Airport, the Hatston Northlink terminal and the internal North Isles Ferry service. If arriving via the Scrabster-Stromness or Gills Bay-St Margaret's Hope ferry, there is a 25 minute drive to Kirkwall. Public transport to Kirkwall is available at both of these ferry terminals. The bus station is also only 5-10 minutes walk from our home.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Shorelands B&B
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Shorelands B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

License number: E, OR00198F

FAQs about Shorelands B&B

  • Shorelands B&B offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Shorelands B&B is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Shorelands B&B include:

      • Family
      • Double
      • Twin
    • Guests staying at Shorelands B&B can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Gluten-free
    • Shorelands B&B is 1,800 feet from the center of Kirkwall. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Shorelands B&B may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.