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Orkneylodge

4.0 star property
Beach guesthouse with indoor tennis courts and a coffee shop

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Property grounds
Children's play area - outdoor
1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds
Exterior
Reception
Orkneylodge, by the sea, is perfect for family getaways. Parents can relax in the coffee shop while kids play in the garden or playground. Indoor tennis courts offer active fun, and concierge services, including luggage storage, ensure smooth arrivals and departures.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Business services

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Flotta with Superking Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Hoy with Superking bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Shapinsay with Superking bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Rousay with Superking bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Dining table
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Houton Bay, Orkney Isles, Orphir, Scotland, KW17 2RD

What's nearby

  • Standing Stones of Stenness - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stromness Ferry Terminal - 16 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Stromness Museum - 17 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Ring of Brogdar - 20 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Skara Brae - 26 min drive - 16.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ferry Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Flori - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Julia's Café & Bistro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Flattie Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tearoom - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Orkneylodge

Upscale family-friendly guesthouse by the sea
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Orkneylodge. A playground, dry cleaning/laundry services, and car rentals on site are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • 4 indoor tennis courts, 1 meeting room, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Outdoor furniture, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like dining tables and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Frette Italian sheets, and memory foam beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and CD players

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • 4 indoor tennis courts
  • Games
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will need to ring the front door bell upon check in.

Access methods

Private entrance

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Houton Bay
Orkneylodge Inn Orphir
Houton Bay Lodge Orphir
Houton Bay Orphir
Houton Bay Lodge Orkney Islands/Orphir
Orkneylodge Inn
Orkneylodge Orphir
Orkneylodge Orkney Islands/Orphir
Orkneylodge Hotel Orphir
Orkneylodge Hotel
Houton Bay Lodge
Orkneylodge Hotel
Orkneylodge Orphir
Orkneylodge Hotel Orphir

Frequently asked questions

Is Orkneylodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Orkneylodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Orkneylodge?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Orkneylodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Orkneylodge located?

This family-friendly Orphir guesthouse is located by the sea, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Standing Stones of Stenness, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Stromness Museum and Scapa Beach. Stromness Ferry Terminal and Orkneyinga Saga Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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