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The West End

14 Main Street, Kirkwall, United Kingdom
Kirkwall, United Kingdom
See location+44 185 688 1201
From
£119
Cheapest

rate per night

7.2
Good
based on 626 reviews
626 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
£119
King room
£128
Standard Room
£148
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Overview

West End Guest House, a property with a garden, is set in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe, 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, as well as 19 km from Ring of Brogdar. It is situated 2.6 km from Scapa Beach and features private check-in and check-out. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. At the guest house, each unit has a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray is 16 km from the guest house, while Ness of Brogdar is 18 km from the property. Kirkwall Airport is 4 km away.
7.2
Good rating
Based on 626 verified guest reviews

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Double room
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£119
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£150
Standard Room
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£148
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.
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Amenities at The West End

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Hairdryer
  • Disabled access

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled access
  • Non-feather pillow

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea/coffee maker

General

  • Family rooms
  • Carpeted

Outdoor

  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Services and conveniences

  • Private check-in/check-out

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of The West End

7.2
Good
626 verified ratings
Wonderful
234
Very good
158
Good
126
Okay
35
Fair
37
Mediocre
13
Poor
23

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Location

14 Main Street, Kirkwall

What's nearby

  • Bishop's Palace280 yd
  • Earl's Palace, Kirkwall310 yd
  • Orkney Museum0.3 mi
  • St. Magnus Cathedral0.3 mi
  • Highland Park Distillery0.7 mi
  • Scapa Distillery1.3 mi
  • Balfour Castle4.1 mi
  • Earl's Palace, Birsay16.3 mi
  • Fitty Hill21.1 mi
  • Noltland Castle23.6 mi
  • Grobost Beach24.6 mi
  • Noup Head Lighthouse24.8 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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

Essential information about The West End

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May
June
£134
£150
Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 12% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The West End

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The West End

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The West End, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The West End, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The West End was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £128, while the most expensive was £128.
  • How long should you stay at The West End? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at The West End

  • Where is The West End located?

    The West End is located at 14 Main Street, 0.5 miles from the centre of Kirkwall. Bishop's Palace is the closest landmark to The West End.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The West End?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at The West End.

  • Does The West End offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The West End offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The West End offer free parking?

    Yes, The West End offers free parking.

  • How far is The West End from the airport?

    The West End is 2.5 miles from Kirkwall Arpt. The West End is 16 miles from Eday.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The West End hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The West End 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 The West End 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 The West End.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.0
0.5 mi
Kirkwall Arpt
2.5 mi

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