Aultnagar, Sunnybank Road, Orkney, KW15 1TP, United Kingdom
#2 of 6 B&Bs and inns in Orkney
Guests' ChoiceBased on 143 B&B reviews
9.6Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.9
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Free Wifi
8.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 6, 2025
Gill
United KingdomNothing
Fabulous. So much attention to detail . Perfect
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: July 7, 2025
Sue
AustraliaGreat location with views, comfortable room with access to lounge area and kitchen. Laura was very helpful with information regarding what to see and when to go and where to eat. Continental breakfast was superb, a huge choice and Laura even cooked us fresh scones. A very cosy, comfortable stay.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: July 1, 2025
Anne
United KingdomNothing I didn't like.
I liked that there was a microwave, fridge, freezer, and oven available for guests to use at any time. This allowed me to bring in food and warm it up for dinner, which was really convenient.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 23, 2025
Carole
United KingdomBeautiful rooms in a lovely house. The kitchen area allowed me to prepare packed lunches and eat one evening after a long day. Hosts are helpful and informative and make sure they help you in any way possible.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 12, 2025
Richard
United KingdomThere wasn’t anything to dislike about the property
We liked the whole experience staying at Aultnagar the facilities were just first class, the breakfasts were spot on especially the pancakes and the cheese scones were mmm . Laura did really spoil us a lovely lady we were sad to leave and Brian was ok 😂
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 5, 2025
Simeon
New ZealandNot a problem for us but you need a car to get to the accommodation as it is well outside the centre of Kirkwall (< 5 minutes drive). No hand washing allowed.
A warm welcome from host. Great views from the breakfast room that could also be used later in the day for takeaways. Continental breakfast very good with local foods (cheese, butter, bran cakes etc) to try . All the facilities you need in the room including small fridge. Water and Orkney fudge a nice touch. A B&B as you would expect and as I remember before emigrating.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: May 24, 2025
John
NetherlandsCan’t think of anything…
Breakfast was great: veel fruit.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 28, 2025
Andrew
United KingdomFriendly welcome at a smart, modern, clean, quiet and comfortable house
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: April 13, 2025
Alison
United KingdomGood hospitality, clean facilities and room.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 27, 2025
Frank
United KingdomOnly very slight downside, is the location just on the outskirts of town, if you didn't have transport. Its a very short distance so I'm nitpicking on an otherwise perfect accommodation.
I travel frequently for work and this accommodation is the best B&B I have visited for a very long time. excellent facilities, very high level of cleanliness, nice self service breakfast room with everything you could ask for in a continental breakfast. Hosts were welcoming and made themselves available to help with anything without being intrusive. Great value for money. Just perfect and highly recommend
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: March 12, 2025
Col_robbo
United KingdomEverything was perfect
Beautiful house and amazing hosts, will be my future B&B in Orkney ongoing and looking forward to my next stay
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: October 22, 2024
Jin
United StatesWe wish we could have stayed longer!
The location was great with wonderful views. It was close to the center of Kirkwall while being very quiet. Our host was exceptionally friendly and hospitable, and the provided breakfasts each morning were amazing!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 18, 2024
Julie
United KingdomThere wasn’t anything we really didn’t like. If I had to say anything, though it is totally out of the hosts control and due to the remoteness of the island, it’s that walking back from Kirkwall in the dark felt a bit hairy as it is along an extremely dark road without pavements or street lighting.
The property is well located and about a 3km walk from the centre of Kirkwall. The property was very clean, well decorated and comfortable. The owners live in the house but there is a separate entrance for guests and it felt very private. There was a range of cereals, fresh fruit and bread available for breakfast and the host also asked whether we would like pancakes; there was also plenty of sauces and toppings.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 10, 2024
Danny
CanadaLaura and Brian were warm, gracious hosts for the 3 nights we were guests.The room was comfortable with nice views of the countryside and breakfast was delicious. Town is just a pleasant 20-minute walk. We would stay here again and recommend this lovely B&B to anyone.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 8, 2024
Doug
United KingdomNothing
Would recommend staying here had a great stay highly recommended
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: October 3, 2024
Carolyn
United StatesLovely, clean, home-like accomodations. we were made to feel welcome and were given great suggestions on places to explore on Orkney. breakfasts were great, lots of options (pancakes one morning). in the evening there were tasty home-made treats waiting for us as well.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 27, 2024
Laurel
AustraliaWell positioned great views. Very good kitchenette could cook had all facilities you could want. Very well thought out for guests. Excellent stay.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 18, 2024
Dan
United KingdomCleanliness. Service. Comfort. Beautiful location.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 14, 2024
Paul
CanadaNothing
A very warm, hospitable stay at Aultnagar. Laura exemplifies the best of customer service which is a major asset when operating a Bed & Breakfast!! Thanks so much Laura.!!
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: September 10, 2024
Jamie
JapanNothing
Everything was wonderful. Beautiful and spacious room where I was so at home, as well as more space to relax. Hosts were wonderfully kind and welcoming and answered any questions. I would unhesitatingly go back whenever I went to Orkney. Oh and delicious scones.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 10, 2024
Penny
AustraliaLovely host and great facilities. Lovely cheese scones too!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 7, 2024
Carrie
CanadaLocation was perfect with spectacular view. Very clean and comfortable room. Laura went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed our stay. Delicious food including gluten free scones and other options. Felt like a home away from home!
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: September 6, 2024
Hannah
United KingdomNothing to complain!
Super welcoming, clean and comfy. Lovely room and great guest dining area / kitchen. The location was great, really close to Kirkwall but far enough to have a gorgeous view.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: August 26, 2024
Nicola
United Kingdom-
Our room was lovely as was breakfast room. All very clean.
Stayed in August 2024
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