Merkister Hotel

3 stars
Loch Harray, Kirkwall, United Kingdom
Kirkwall, United Kingdom
8.8
Very good
based on 371 reviews
371 reviews
Tue 21/10
-
Wed 22/10
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
£160
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£160
Luxury Room
£294
4 more Merkister Hotel deals
4 more Merkister Hotel deals
Overview
Prices
Amenities
Reviews
Location
When to book
Tips & FAQs
Nearby stays

Overview

Located on the shore of Harray Loch and family-run for over 30 years, the Merkister Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness. It features impressive views over the famous loch and its surroundings. Guests benefit from free private parking on site. With free Wi-Fi, the rooms feature a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.The rooms also benefit from an en suite bathroom. The hotel’s award-winning restaurant offers Aberdeen Angus Beef that is sourced from farms within a 10-mile radius, as well as fresh local seafood from hand-dived scallops, to fresh-landed halibut. Swans and herons can be spotted on the loch as guests enjoy their full Scottish breakfast, and scenic sunsets during dinner. Guests can fish on the hotel’s own pier. Staff can organise boat trips and tuition with special out-of-season rates from October to April.
8.8
Very good rating
Based on 371 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Merkister Hotel

Tue 21/10
Wed 22/10
Luxury Room
bed type unknown
£294
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£303
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
£160
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
£179
nightly with fees
How do payments to us affect ranking and how do we rank results?
Learn more
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.
Cookie settings

Amenities at Merkister Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Laundry facilities
  • No smoking

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Special diet menus (on request)

General

  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Seating area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Free toiletries

Media and entertainment

  • TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board
  • Laundry facilities

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Things to do

  • Fishing

Reviews of Merkister Hotel

8.8
Very good
371 verified ratings
Wonderful
235
Very good
76
Good
32
Okay
14
Fair
13
Mediocre
1
Poor
0

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the beautiful location and views, along with the excellent service provided by the friendly staff. The on-site restaurant received high praise for its quality and variety, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Restaurant10 out of 10
Sort by:Most recent

Show reviews that mention

Filters

All filters

Filters

Review rating
Traveller type
Time of year

Score by provider

Location

Loch Harray, Kirkwall

What's nearby

  • Earl's Palace, Birsay6.1 mi
  • Scapa Distillery10.5 mi
  • Orkney Museum10.6 mi
  • St. Magnus Cathedral10.6 mi
  • Bishop's Palace10.7 mi
  • Earl's Palace, Kirkwall10.7 mi
  • Balfour Castle11 mi
  • Highland Park Distillery11.2 mi
  • Fitty Hill17.7 mi
  • Noltland Castle19.7 mi
  • Noup Head Lighthouse20.1 mi
  • Grobost Beach20.9 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Merkister Hotel

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

October
August
£265
£303
Cheapest month to stay with an average 36% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 15% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Merkister Hotel

Price per night. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
Average nightly price per month
Average nightly price

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Merkister Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Merkister Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Merkister Hotel, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Merkister Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £167, while the most expensive was £167.
  • How long should you stay at Merkister Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Merkister Hotel

  • Where is Merkister Hotel located?

    Merkister Hotel is located at Loch Harray, 10.6 miles from the centre of Kirkwall. Earl's Palace, Birsay is the closest landmark to Merkister Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Merkister Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Merkister Hotel.

  • Does Merkister Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Merkister Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Merkister Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Merkister Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Merkister Hotel from the airport?

    Merkister Hotel is 13.2 miles from Kirkwall Arpt. Merkister Hotel is 18.7 miles from Eday.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Merkister Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Merkister Hotel in Kirkwall and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Merkister Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Merkister Hotel.

Nearby hotels and places to stay

Closest

See more nearby stays
Rental
7% cheaper
Madras cottage Orkney
8.3 Excellent (29 reviews)0.93 miLake view, Mountain view, Kitchen£141+
Rental
Mara Lodge B&B
9.7 Excellent (6 reviews)1.04 miMountain view, Hot tub, linens£213+
Rental
11% cheaper
Evas Howe Lodge
10 Excellent (18 reviews)1.08 miKitchen, terrace/patio, Flat-screen TV£134+
Guest house
Smithfield Hotel8.4 Excellent (598 reviews)1.07 miRestaurant£170+

Cheapest

See cheapest stays in Kirkwall
Rental
11% cheaper
Evas Howe Lodge
10 Excellent (18 reviews)1.08 miKitchen, terrace/patio, Flat-screen TV£134+
Rental
7% cheaper
Madras cottage Orkney
8.3 Excellent (29 reviews)0.93 miLake view, Mountain view, Kitchen£141+
Rental
Mara Lodge B&B
9.7 Excellent (6 reviews)1.04 miMountain view, Hot tub, linens£213+
Guest house
Smithfield Hotel8.4 Excellent (598 reviews)1.07 miRestaurant£170+

Most recommended

See most recommended stays in Kirkwall
Rental
11% cheaper
Evas Howe Lodge
10 Excellent (18 reviews)1.08 miKitchen, terrace/patio, Flat-screen TV£134+
Rental
Mara Lodge B&B
9.7 Excellent (6 reviews)1.04 miMountain view, Hot tub, linens£213+
Rental
7% cheaper
Madras cottage Orkney
8.3 Excellent (29 reviews)0.93 miLake view, Mountain view, Kitchen£141+
Guest house
Smithfield Hotel8.4 Excellent (598 reviews)1.07 miRestaurant£170+

Good to know

Value for money

Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.0
10.6 mi
Kirkwall Arpt
13.2 mi

Everything you need to know for your stay in Kirkwall

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights, car hires and package deals with KAYAK.