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Orkneylodge

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

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 8.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Beachfront

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Guests who stayed here loved

Nigel
United Kingdom 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 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 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 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 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 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 United Kingdom
“Everything was delightful including our host and husband”
Christine
United Kingdom 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 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 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

Company review score: 9.2Based on 42 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Your hosts have professional interests and background in archaeology (Egyptology), culture, languages, history and sea transport, and of course also in hospitality and tourism. In our smallholding outside to the rear of the main building we have some sheep (withers) brought up by us from Caddies.

Property information

Orkneylodge is situated at Houton Bay in the parish of Orphir, which is a rural and coastal location only 15 minutes drive to the main towns, airport and ferry terminals in Orkney. The front rooms have views of Scapa Flow and several islands. We recommend you have transport to get around. Our rooms are spacious hotel size and all are en-suite and easily accessible on the ground floor. Orkneylodge has a high standard 4-star Visit Scotland grading.

Neighbourhood information

Orkneylodge is situated in a quiet rural and coastal location and is built next to one of the first ever naval seaplane bases in the world, operated during the First World War. Orkney was once a major naval base for thousands of personnel at Scapa Flow. This is where the British Fleet was anchored and serviced during the 1st and 2nd World Wars. Houton Bay is also the location for the ferry to the South Isles of Hoy and Flotta. The bay often has seals swimming around, many sea-birds, and there are local walks to enjoy. Also a short walk is The Bu and Round Church and The Orkney Inga Saga Centre.

Languages spoken

Arabic,German,English,Spanish,French,Italian

Property surroundings

House rules

Orkneylodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 17:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.