Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite

10 Soulisquoy Place, Kirkwall, Kirkwall, KW15 1TJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>54</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
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Rated superb
54 reviews
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Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite

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Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite is situated in the outskirts of Kirkwall and offers accommodation with sea views towards Kirkwall Bay and St Magnus Cathedral. Guests can walk to the centre of Kirkwall in less than 10 minutes. Private parking is available. Featuring a private entrance, the one-bedroom accommodation includes a flat-screen TV, seating area, a desk and 1 bathroom. Guests can relax in the property's garden area. Highland Park Distillery is located 2.2 km from Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free private parking available on-site

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.5
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    Trevor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was very good and plentiful. Location was excellent for getting around Orkney. Accommodation was clean, quiet and comfortable. Our host, George, was very friendly and accommodating. Facilities were great, there was a fridge,microwave...”
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything. The living & bedroom was comfortable and clean with plenty of supplies. Located within a 10/15 minute walk in to central Kirkwall and no more than half hour drive to reach either the east or west coasts of the mainland.”
  • Daly
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Perfect for what I needed. Very handy location to the town and an easy walk. Very friendly and helpful owner.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by George

9.8
9.8
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George
Thank you for booking Fara self-contained 2-room B&B suite in Kirkwall, Orkney. Please note, this is a private, 2-room suite with 1 double bedroom and separate sitting room area. We are a family bed and breakfast only business located on the outskirts of Kirkwall on a slightly elevated position, with wonderful sea views towards the northern isles, St Magnus Cathedral and the Kirkwall Bay Area. You will have SOLE/ PRIVATE use of the suite (with your own private entrance and door key) which comprises a large lounge with TV/DVD/Books/Sofa, a small kitchen area with table, fridge, kettle, and toaster. A self service continental breakfast (NOT a cooked breakfast) will be provided, consisting of toast/bread, choice of cereal, yogurt, cheese, fruit, croissants, jam, marmalade, orange juice, oatcakes and biscuits. This will be in your room on arrival and replenished as and when, during your stay with us. Utensils and crockery will be provided. A separate double bedroom with an en-suite shower, toilet, and wash basin. Complimentary shower gel, soap, and towels are included in the price. Externally, there is private parking, sitting area and garden. It is suitable for 2 guests. No children or pets allowed. Our property is strictly non-smoking. We are bed and breakfast only and DO NOT offer full self-catering facilities. There is a laundry in central Kirkwall. Entry is strictly from 4 pm and departure up to 11am. This room is not suitable for those with mobility impairment, and there is a strict quiet time between 11pm and 7am.
My name is George, and I work for Historic Scotland as a steward. Please note that the Maeshowe tour needs to be booked online in advance. Please book car rental / bike rental well in advance in high season. No storage for bicycles and no camper vans or buses .
A really quiet residential area located on the outskirts of Kirkwall with views towards the northern Isles, Kirkwall bay and St Magnus Cathedral. Fara is a ten-minute walk or 2-minute drive into the heart of Kirkwall, with restaurants, shops, food stores, music venues, pubs, public transport Kirkwall harbour (your gateway to Orkney's outer isles), and the beautiful St Magnus Cathedral. A twenty-minute drive to the heart of Orkney's world heritage sites, featuring the Ring of Brodgar, Maeshowe, Skara Brae and the Standing Stones of Stenness. A 25-minute drive to the historic town of Stromness. We have two beaches within a few minutes drive from our property too. Highland Park Distillery is a 2-minute drive away.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Patio
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Good free WiFi 19 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Books, DVDs, or music for children
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Interconnected room(s) available
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 23:00

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 11:00

     

    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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    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.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 09:00.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the property cannot accommodate camper vans, or larger vehicles such as minibuses on the premises.

    Please note bike storage is not available on site.

    Full-room cleaning services are unavailable.

    Please inform Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite 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.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    License number: OR00402F

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite

    • The prices at Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite is 0.7 miles from the centre of Kirkwall. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Room options at Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite include:

      • Double

    • Check-in at Fara 2 room, 1 bedroom - B&B private suite is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.