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Grainbank Mews

3.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful getaways at this smoke-free property where free parking makes exploration easy and the serene setting encourages true relaxation

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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

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

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Double Room (1)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (2)

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room (4)

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kirkwall is home to Grainbank Mews. Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Pickaquoy Centre and Stromness Museum. Visit our Kirkwall travel guide
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Grainbank House, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1RD

What's nearby

  • St. Magnus Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a cemetery and a church or cathedral
    St. Magnus Cathedral
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Earl\'s Palace which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and building ruins
    Earl's Palace
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bishop\'s Palace showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle
    Bishop's Palace
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Orkney Wireless Museum
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Orkney Museum
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Harbour Fry
    16 min walk
  • Auld Motor Hoose
    15 min walk
  • Helgi's
    14 min walk
  • The Storehouse
    17 min walk
  • The Bothy Bar
    15 min walk

About this property

Grainbank Mews

Property highlights
Grainbank Mews provides amenities like 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
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and 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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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 start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 does not have elevators
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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Grainbank Mews?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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 a 15-minute walk of The Pickaquoy Centre and Orkney Wireless Museum. St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Grainbank Mews Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, very friendly staff,close to town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was quality, shower excellent, room warm and very clean, beds very comfortable. Staff welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Orkney trip

We had a very friendly welcome. The room and ensuite were very comfortable and spotlessly clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Highly recommended.

Excellent stay with great hosts in a lovely building set a convenient location. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely family run business. The room was amazing! Very clean, large and modern. Easy walk to town and parking is also availabile.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

House hunting

Everything new and clean , excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great nights sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024