The hostel is a bit outside the town, but not far away from bus and TESCO. We were absolutely satisfied with our stay. After checking in, we got our own room containing two bunk beds, a spacious private bathroom and flat screen TV. Everything seems to be new and is flawlessly clean. The kitchen is new as well and well... More

We stayed at Orcades Hostel late Summer/ early Autumn 2011. Unfortunately they didn't have any double rooms left but they let us have a four person room as a private room for the two of us. The hostel is in a good location with parking and the people running it were very friendly and helpful. Inside its very clean and... More

This is a wonderful hostel. Clean, quite, homely with a superbly equipped kitchen and a lovely communal area. We were a big crowd from one of the organised coach tours, but clearly the hostel has no problem coping when there are large numbers. It is near the centre, which is very convenient, and with the supermarket nearby, there is every... More

I arrived in Kirkwall late at night from the ferry and had to leave early the next morning, so I didn't have much time to explore this hostel's facilities, but nevertheless I had a very good experience here. There was a very nice letter left with my keys explaining where everything was and what to do if I needed any... More

lovely clean little hostel with a homey feel. run by a family, reception is not alway attended but they are just a buzz of the bell away. the common room is AWESOME!! the kitchen is fully equipped. the location is right near supermarkets and town. a bathroom, heater and tv set in each room. free wifi in every room. free... More

This hostel provided everything two 60+ ladies needed. Prior to our visit we had phoned and emailed the hostel from New Zealand and appreciated the time and effort Gita and family put into providing us with information. Our room was attractive, clean and comfortable, the ensuite generous, the kitchen new and very well organised and the lounge spacious and modern.... More

This place is awesome. A ktichen and living room that you would be happy to have in your house. Our dorm was spacious and the bathroom was clean as a whistle. The staff were accomodating and chilled out. If you're thinking about staying anywhere else you are a fool!

This hostel was great, loved the ensuite bathroom to the dorm of four beds. Beds were all ready to use (quilt cover was on the quilt). Free internet use is excellent. Lovely kitchen and eating area. I'm not a big fan of hostels but wouldn't think twice about staying here again because it was so much nicer than the average... More

The Orcades is a top notch hostel, it has real mattresses on its beds, it is quiet, very nicely decorated, has everything one could ask for, a nice selection of herbs and essential seasoning in the kitchen (and to be honest, when backpacking it is great to find sugar and salt already there, and it is just one of these... More