"The room and bathroom were spotless. Bed linen was beautifully soft."
Suzie from United Kingdom
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Wheelchair-accessible Kirkwall guesthouse with locally sourced breakfast
Accessible Accommodation
Castaway Guesthouse has three ground-floor rooms designed for wheelchair access, with wide corridors throughout the building. The building dates from 2015 and offers a private entrance for direct guest access. Free private parking is available without reservation requirements, and accessible parking is included.
Rooms
Each of the three rooms has a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Twin Room with Private Bathroom and Triple Room with Private Bathroom configurations are available. All rooms sit on the ground floor, and wide corridors provide easy access throughout.
Breakfast
Breakfast at Castaway Guesthouse starts with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The cooked breakfast is served hot in the guesthouse dining room. Guests place their breakfast orders the night before using order sheets.
Location
Castaway Guesthouse sits 6 km from Kirkwall Airport and a 12-minute walk from Orkney Museum. Scapa Beach is 2.5 km away; Highland Park Distillery, Standing Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brodgar, and Maeshowe are nearby. Kirkwall town centre, with shops, restaurants, and bars, is a 10-minute walk from the guesthouse.
Parking and Guest Access
Castaway Guesthouse offers free private parking without reservation requirements. Accessible parking spaces sit beside the building's private entrance, allowing direct access from the parking area. Kirkwall's surrounding area offers water sports activities.
Highlights
Accessibility: All rooms designed for wheelchair access
Rooms: Twin and triple rooms with private bathrooms
Location: 10-minute walk from Kirkwall town centre
Parking: Free private parking, no reservation required
Access: Private entrance for direct guest access
“My exploration revealed a welcoming atmosphere here, with an exceptional breakfast that particularly stood out, featuring homemade porridge and local eggs. The quiet location is a distinct advantage, just a short walk from the town centre, and the host's helpfulness with dining recommendations and luggage storage made a significant difference. Cleanliness and comfortable beds are consistently noted, contributing to a genuinely pleasant stay.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Ukhighlands
Select your room type
Castaway Guesthouse offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Twin Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
15 m²
2 Single beds
Heating
Shower
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Triple Room Private Bathroom
2 persons
16 m²
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Heating
Shower
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Facilities
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