Sanderlay Guest House - Kirkwall

$$$$||View on mapKirkwall, United Kingdom2 Viewfield Drive Kirkwall Orkney, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1RB|
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Sanderlay Guest House - Kirkwall
2 Viewfield Drive Kirkwall Orkney, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1RB·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.4
Free WiFi9.4
Breakfast9.4
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Who stays here
Solo35%
Couples33%
Families19%
Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.4
Free WiFi9.4
Breakfast9.4
Comfort9.3
Staff9.3
Who stays here
Solo35%
Couples33%
Families19%
Groups13%

Quiet residential guest house near Kirkwall's ancient sites with kitchenette-equipped rooms and free parking

Amenities & Services

Sanderlay Guest House offers free private parking on-site and a shared lounge for guest relaxation. The property provides private check-in/check-out and has a garden with outdoor seating. Accessible parking and street parking are available, along with key access and smoke alarms.

Rooms & Suites

The guest house has family rooms with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Several rooms include a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, and hob, noted in guest reviews. Rooms also come with electric kettles, wardrobes, and heating.

Dining & Breakfast

A continental breakfast is served daily, with full English/Irish and vegetarian options. Guests can pre-order breakfast the evening before for a cooked-to-order meal. For early departures, a breakfast pack is provided to take away.

Location & Surroundings

Sanderlay Guest House is located 6 miles from Kirkwall city center in a quiet residential area. It is 3 miles from Kirkwall Airport and near the Standing Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, and St Magnus Cathedral. Outdoor activities like fishing and diving are available in the surrounding region.

Family & Special Stays

The property offers family rooms and board games for children. Kitchenette-equipped suites are suitable for longer stays, allowing guests to prepare meals. Sanderlay is located in a neighborhood with wildflowers peaking from May to June.

  • Location: Quiet residential area, 3 miles from airport
  • Rooms: Family rooms with kitchenette options
  • Dining: Cooked-to-order continental breakfast
  • Amenities: Free private parking, shared lounge
  • Outdoors: Garden, near ancient archaeological sites
  • Family: Board games, early breakfast pack for departures
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:8
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Rooms and availability

Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Check-in/ Check-out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports activities

Fishing

Diving

Golf course

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Children

  • Cribs
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Sanderlay Guest House

💵 Lowest room price 81 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 3.8 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kirkwall, KOI

Location

2 Viewfield Drive Kirkwall Orkney, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1RB
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2 Viewfield Drive Kirkwall Orkney, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1RB
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2 Viewfield Drive Kirkwall Orkney, Kirkwall, United Kingdom, KW15 1RB
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Dawn Star Boat Tours
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Restaurant
Willows Takeaway
100 yd

Reviews of Sanderlay Guest House

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