Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.2 mi from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms. Each room includes a flat-screen TV. Some rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room has a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. The Shore features free WiFi throughout the property. Kirkwall Airport is 2.5 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
Bedroom 1
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gabriel
    the United States the United States
    Very clean room and bathroom! Simple and understated, very close to the ferry and conveniently close to restaurants.
  • Anne
    Canada Canada
    Central location, Kirkwall Hotel Restaurant (affiliated with The Shore)
  • Deborah
    the United States the United States
    We were a group of adult women staying in Kirkwall. We had one of the family rooms that worked out really well for us. Shower and amenities were good and perfect location for strolling around beautiful Kirkwall.
  • Ross
    the United States the United States
    Location within walking distance of everything in town.
  • Moira
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Good location & great room. We liked the view & the fact that they were very welcoming to our dog.
  • Carol
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    I need to know how they clean the shower glass! It was absolutely gleaming!
  • Sara
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Lovely room good location pet friendly and friendly staff Good food in the Kirkwall Hotel next door
  • Hugh
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff were excellent, breakfast was fantastic, room was very good. Great value for money.
  • Wales
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Bed really comfortable, easily adjustable heating, very clean, house keeping daily. Very central, opposite ferry terminal. Lots of restaurants near by. Breakfast and bar facilities at Kirkwall Hotel next door. Staff very pleasant, easy check-in.
  • Krasimir
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    I recommend this hotel as probably the best in Kirkwall

Hotel area info

Amenities of The Shore
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
The Shore takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply. For more information, please contact the property directly.

Please inform The Shore of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about The Shore

  • The Shore offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • The Shore is 1,150 feet from the center of Kirkwall. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Room options at The Shore include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Twin/Double
    • Suite
  • Check-in at The Shore is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.