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Grainbank Mews

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Kirkwall with free breakfast

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Double Room (3) | Soundproofing
Grainbank Mews welcomes guests with delicious breakfasts that fuel days of adventure. The property offers garden views that change with the seasons, while practical amenities like dry cleaning services and WiFi in public areas help visitors stay connected while unwinding.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Double Room (3)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room (2)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (1)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (4) | Soundproofing

Twin Room (4)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall is home to Grainbank Mews. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Scapa Beach and Mill Sand, while Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum are cultural highlights.
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Grainbank House, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1RD

What's nearby

  • Orkney Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Magnus Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Earl's Palace - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bishop's Palace - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Highland Park Distillery - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ayre Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Storehouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Skipper's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Archive Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Auld Motor Hoose - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Grainbank Mews

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Grainbank Mews and take advantage of free breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Grainbank Mews offer amenities such as sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Electric kettles and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

Grainbank Mews Kirkwall
Grainbank Mews Guesthouse
Grainbank Mews Guesthouse Kirkwall

Frequently asked questions

Is Grainbank Mews pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grainbank Mews?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grainbank Mews?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grainbank Mews?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grainbank Mews located?

Situated in Kirkwall, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Orkney Wireless Museum, St. Magnus Cathedral, and Orkney Museum. Earl's Palace and Bishop's Palace are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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