Castaway Guesthouse - Kirkwall

Ground-floor guesthouse in Kirkwall with wheelchair-accessible rooms and locally sourced breakfast

Accessibility

Castaway Guesthouse Kirkwall offers three ground-floor rooms with wide corridors designed for wheelchair access. The property has a private entrance that provides direct guest access without stairs. All rooms are arranged on a single level, making navigation straightforward for guests with mobility needs.

Rooms

Each room at Castaway Guesthouse includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. The rooms come with a wardrobe, a TV, and an electric kettle for in-room convenience. Carpets are fitted throughout, and the private entrance ensures guests can come and go directly.

Location

The guesthouse sits 3 km from Scapa Beach and 6 km from Kirkwall Airport, a 12-minute walk from the Orkney Museum. Nearby cultural landmarks include the Standing Stones of Stenness, Maeshowe, and the Highland Park Distillery. Guests can walk into Kirkwall town centre in about 10 minutes for restaurants and shops.

Dining

A breakfast made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients is served each morning in the dining room. The cooked breakfast is prepared to order and includes items like eggs, bacon, and local produce. Guests can fill out an order sheet the night before to choose their preferred breakfast time.

Parking & Entrance

Free private parking is available on site and does not require advance reservation. The guesthouse provides a private entrance with motion-activated lighting at the door. A bus stop at the end of the road connects to other parts of the island for guests without a car.

• Accessibility: Three ground-floor rooms with wide corridors and wheelchair access
• Rooms: Private bathroom with walk-in shower in every room
• Dining: Breakfast made from fresh locally sourced ingredients
• Parking: Free private parking without reservation requirements
• Location: 12-minute walk from Orkney Museum and 3 km from Scapa Beach
• Entrance: Private entrance with direct guest access and motion lighting