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Orkneylodge
About this property
Orkneylodge is situated at Houton Bay in the centre of the island of Orkney on the north shore of Scapa Flow, approximately 7 miles from Kirkwall and 6 miles from Stromness. Orkneylodge offers spacious rooms and Super King Size beds, each with tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms have ensuite facilities. Orkneylodge has gardens facing the sea and a large parking area is provided for guest vehicles. There are scenic views of 12 islands. The adjacent ferry pier at Houton offers frequent ferry connections to the nearby islands of Flotta and Hoy. Although travelling by car is recommended, there are 5 buses per day to Kirkwall and 2 buses per day to Stromness. A circular open-top tourist bus travels past Houton three times per day in Summer taking visitors to many of the main sites and towns around mainland Orkney.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free parking
- Beachfront
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Nigel
United Kingdom“The lodge is clean and should have a higher star rate than it has. It is exactly as described. Very helpful and willing to help. Very good knowledge of the island. Would 100% recommend” - David United Kingdom“Staff were very welcoming with lots of suggestions for things to see and do. For us the location was perfect very close to Houton Ferry which had an EV charging point. Rooms were spacious and beds very comfortable.”
- David United Kingdom“From the warm welcome to the attention to our needs, this was a great two nights at a quiet but well positioned hotel. Room was spacious, the bathroom and shower really good, and breakfast full and varied. No complaints, and would recommend.”
- Kirill
Serbia“Absolutely fantastic owners! Very friendly, kind and supportive! Best hospitality in my experience so far. Great Scottish people, stunning nature views!” - Petr
Czech Republic“All was perfect, hosts are very nice and helpful persons knowing local area. Room was clean, well equipped. All is very spacious, nice decorations. Car park availble. Trully pleasant experience from arrival to departure.” - Catherine
Australia“The room was clean and spacious, breakfast was great, the location was very quiet and the hosts were very friendly. Free safe parking.” - Vickers United Kingdom“Everything was delightful including our host and husband”
- Christine United Kingdom“Lorraine went out of her way to be helpful and was very friendly. The Lodge is well situated and made a good base for visiting the islands.”
- James United Kingdom“Large and clean room, large and comfortable bed, a small decanter of sherry as an unexpected but lovely touch left in the room each day - and a very welcoming hostess in Lorraine”
- J United Kingdom“A spacious room, with a very comfortable large bed, we slept well. Welcoming to return in the evenings to see that someone had attended to our room during the day and replenished supplies of beverages and biscuits.”
Managed by Lorraine
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Arabic,German,English,Spanish,French,ItalianProperty surroundings
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Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that Orkneylodge does not accept credit cards.
The check-in and check-out times are strict and guest aren't permitted on site prior to 5 PM. Early check-in and late check-out is not permitted.
Orkneylodge cannot accommodate infants or children under 12 years of age.
You are advised to bring your own vehicle.
Please inform Orkneylodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
