This was our second visit to stay with Liz at the Royal Oak. There have been several improvements since our last visit with the guest lounge having a makeover and the dining room being refitted, both to a very high standard. Our room was perfect and extremely comfortable and the breakfast was of a very high quality with plenty of... More

I have been coming to the Royal Oak Guest House for around 5 years now. It is located near to Highland Park distillery, with views of Scapa Flow. Without exception, the rooms are spacious, warm, comfortable and immaculately clean. Breakfast is one of the best parts of a stay here: a full cooked breakfast with a cafetiere of real coffee... More

Very nice place to stay when you are in Orkney. Kirkwall is the best starting point to see all the places. This accomodation was excelent. Liz was always very friendly and she had no problem anytime. She told us a lot of informations about Orkney and Shetland islands. And the breakfast... Sooo delicious!

Stayed for three nights and were happy with our 'base' to explore the islands. The room was basic but had all the necessary facilities. The breakfasts were excellent with plenty of choice and there was no stinting on tea/coffee supplies in the room. Would definately recommend for friendliness and value for money. One point to note is that if you... More

Stayed at Royal Oak Guest House for two nights. Liz, the host, was very friendly and helpful. The room was spacious with all the facilites one would expect, and also very clean. Quiet area just outside of Kirkwall town centre. Breakfast was cooked on order and there was plenty to choose from, If we ever go to Kirkwall again this... More

On our recent trip to the Orkneys we stayed here with other family members and the service and attention to detail was excellent . Liz, the host was very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. She ensured that our stay was memorable and we were really made to feel welcome. The rooms were very clean and beds comfortable and... More

We stayed here for a week. LIz our host was extremely friendly and helpful . The room was spacious with TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The bed was very comfortable and the ensuite was adequate although a bit more shelving would be great. The room could do with a couple of hooks to hang jackets etc, but other than this... More

Warm welcome, big guest house near Kirkwall center with a big and off street parking. The room was comfortable, great shower, good towels. Breakfast with all you can need, even cooked or with cereals and fruits. not enough space for all the guests. We appreciated the informations about eating places for our dinner.

Liz is very kind, helpful, friendly and welcoming. Guest lounge is a bonus.