Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Minimum check-in age: 18
Special check-in instructions
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Property Registration Number OI/PL/86
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 cash
Additional information
Policies: This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly). . Instructions: Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedThis property accepts credit cards and cash . Special instructions: Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.. Minimum age: 18. Check in from: 2:00 PM. Check in to: 10:00 PM. . Check out: 10:30 AM.
Know before you go
This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Reviews
9.8/10
Excellent
63 reviews
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Kim
1 month ago on Hotels.com
2/10
We were unhappy with this place from the beginning. We did not have a vehicle & this hotel was an hour away from Stromness by bus, but all the other hotels closer were full.
We had 3 rolling suitcases & 2 heavy backpacks to get from the bus stop to the hotel, which was not easy. The sign for the hotel was mostly hidden behind bushes; we had to push them out of the way to see it fully. Then, the entrance for guests is on the opposite side of the hotel from the approach -- also, no sign indicating that.
The window blind in the bath had a hole in it; the towels were frayed; the shower door was inadequate & water was all over the floor making it dangerous when stepping out of the tub. The toilet didn't flush properly, and the sink didn't drain properly.
We mentioned to the evening staff that we would be checking out the next morning due to many issues & were told we needed to speak to the manager/part owner, Cath, who seemed annoyed that we were unhappy & wanted to check out after only one night of our 3 night booking. She did not want to hear about our issues with our stay that night, & charged us the full rate for the 2nd night, even though we were not going to be there. The only positive thing about that experience was that she offered to take us to the bus stop.
It is called "The Sands", but there is no sand or beach.
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tony
4 months ago on Expedia
8/10
It worked out great for our overnight stay on Orkney. Dinner was very good and breakfast hit the spot.
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Stephanie
4 months ago on Expedia
10/10
Beautiful location. Room was comfy and cozy. The bathtub was amazing after a day out exploring. The room we had had windows looking at the sky / and a beautiful view over the water. It was quiet and lovely. The restaurant was fairly priced and delicious. The included breakfast was delicious (and hot) and plentiful. The staff were so friendly and helpful. I was sad to leave it felt like home after just a couple of nights. There was lots of parking (free)
