"The shared kitchen and dining area was fantastic - well equipped with everything needed."
Marian from Australia
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"Kitchen worked well. Clean and had everthing to make breakfast"
Joe from United States
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"The communal kitchen and dining area had everything you could need."
George from United Kingdom
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"Great location, easy parking on premises, well equipped kitchen for self catering with dining area."
Alison from United Kingdom
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"I enjoyed being able to make my own and sit relaxing before the day began"
Laurie from Canada
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Family-friendly guest house in Kirkwall with access to Orkney's prehistoric sites
Location & Accessibility
Polrudden is located 6 km from Kirkwall Airport and 10 km from Kirkwall city center. Maeshowe is 15 km away, Standing Stones of Stenness 17 km, and Skara Brae 27 km from the property. Tesco, Lidl, and Co-op are a 5-minute walk away.
Rooms & Accommodations
The guest house offers family rooms with private bathrooms and garden or city views. Each room includes a flat-screen TV and heating. The property has 7 guest rooms.
Shared Kitchen & Dining
A large shared kitchen offers microwaves, air fryers, a hob, and a stove. Each guest receives labeled containers for food storage in the shared fridges and freezer. The dining room overlooks the garden.
Facilities & Services
Free private parking is available on-site. The property has a garden. Guests use a key-safe for self-check-in.
Family-Friendly Features
Family rooms accommodate larger groups visiting relatives or exploring Orkney. The nearby park with a lake offers outdoor space. The shared kitchen allows families to prepare meals at lower cost.
Highlights
Location: 6 km from Kirkwall Airport, 5 min walk to supermarkets
Rooms: Family rooms with private bathrooms and garden views
Kitchen: Shared kitchen with microwaves, air fryers, hob, stove
Parking: Free private on-site parking
Nearby: Walking distance to Tesco, Lidl, Co-op
Attractions: 15 km from Maeshowe, 17 km from Standing Stones
Must-do experiences
Visit Skara Brae, a Neolithic village that's over 5,000 years old.
Savor the Orkney crab at the Serial Griller food truck in Kirkwall.
Explore the crafts at the Orkney Handmade Craft Show in Stromness.
Take a guided tour of Scapa Flow to learn about its naval history.
Stroll through the Orkney Farmers' Market on Saturday mornings!
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Facilities
Polrudden offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
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