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Straigona B&B

Tankerness, Kirkwall, Scotland
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Straigona B&B
Ranked #5 of 22 Kirkwall B&B and Inns
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2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Fresh baking, considerate hosts, and plenty of small touches which are often missing: black out blinds for those super bright Orkney summer nights, useful practical range of toiletries, maps and local books. Professional, easy going and friendly hosts with very standards and clear ideas of how they think a B&B should be run! Ask Julie for her home made vegetarian... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Julie & Mike made me feel really welcome, saved my neck with scarf, gloves and hat when I was not prepared for the windy and cold weather, gave me lifts into town to save me the walk to the airport and the bus trip, replaced the liquid soap dispenser that got soap onto my blouse, made me vegetarian dinners and... More

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STRAIGONA, Owner at Straigona B&B, responded to this review
10 June 2013

We really enjoyed having you stay and thank you for such a wonderful review, makes all our hard word more than worthwhile. You know where we are if you return! Brgds Julie More

Lancaster, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

Julie & Mike have created a brilliant B&B, where nothing is too much trouble and everything you might want is provided, along with many things you didn't expect to be provided. For example, there was an amzing range of toiletries, lovely tray bakes, packed lunches, offers of maps, torch, binoculars, etc. We had the family room, though there were only... More

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10 June 2013

Thank you! Always nice to know we are on the right track and always a pleasure to meet guests who are so interested in Orkney - I was at Cuween Hill last weekend, first time since I was 14 I think and remembered to take a torch! BRgds Julie More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

This was my second stay here and I will be back as soon as possible. Location convenient, hosts so welcoming, food and rooms excellent what more could anyone ask for!! I stayed for 3 or 4 nights last year, this year it was 6 nights- next time i would like to stay longer.

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

The b n b was excellent. Welcoming, great en suite family room, clean, comfortable. Amazing home baked cakes fantastic breakfast. View over looking the air port. The location, if you have a car is near the airport and a five min drive from Kirkwall. The only reason for the 4 stars and not the 5 is there's not much to... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Very nice and hepful hosts, Julie organised for us a nice part of our tour: she booked for us ferry and accomodation! And we had great time in Straigona with nice bedroom and wonderful breakfast . Thank you , Elisabeth and Jean-François

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

We stayed at this B&B for two nights in May. Stayed in 2 rooms during our stay which were both very comfortable and had everything we needed: fluffy towels, plugs beside mirrors, large mugs for tea and coffee and great views. Everything was clean and neat. We received a very warm welcome from Julie on our arrival and shown up... More

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STRAIGONA, Owner at Straigona B&B, responded to this review
28 May 2013

It was good to meet you both and hope to see you again soon - and the Orkney chair! BRgds Julie More

Widnes, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Dear Julie Many thanks for having us in your lovely home. your directions were very helpful and your location was perfect for us. Would love to see you again in the near future if only for your hospitality, wonderful breakfast, home made jams and marmarlade. Kind regards Mike and Eddie.

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STRAIGONA, Owner at Straigona B&B, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Hi Mike, it was a real pleasure to meet you and Eddie and would have loved to have had the chance to chat more with both of you, hope you make it back sometime! Brgds Julie More

Northwich, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

Very helpful, enthusiastic and friendly hosts. Particularly appreciated were Julie's little "Bake Off" snacks. Choices at breakfast and the standard of food was excellent. Julie always had tips to help you make the best of our day wherever we were heading. Room was well equipped and comfortable. Difficult to understand why Visit Scotland only rates it 3-star.

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STRAIGONA, Owner at Straigona B&B, responded to this review
25 May 2013

Thank you for kind comments. At the end of the day it is our guests opinion that means the most even though it would be nice if Visit Scotland agreed. Hope you will visit us again. Brgds Julie More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Thanks to JUlie & Mike for waiting up for me to arrive off the ferry from Shetland! Especially as I had NO idea where I was or where I was going!! email directions great ~ so pleased the airport was mentioned!! Nothing was too much trouble. I borrowed maps and walking guides and each morning at breakfast I was provided... More

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STRAIGONA, Owner at Straigona B&B, responded to this review
25 May 2013

It was lovely to meet you and hope you manage to come back one day as discussed! There's still plenty for you to explore. Hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip and maybe saw some Orca's... BRgds Julie More

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Additional Information about Straigona B&B

Also Known As:
Straigona B&B Kirkwall, Orkney Islands
Address: Tankerness, Kirkwall, Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Orkney Islands > Mainland > Kirkwall
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #5 of 22 B&Bs / Inns in Kirkwall
Price Range: £
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Straigona B&B is ideally situated 5 miles from Kirkwall and close to the airport, enjoying stunning views over Inganess Bay and the island of Shapinsay. All rooms are en-suite and have tea and coffee making facilities, TV with Freeview and DVD, free WI-FI, hairdryer, toiletries, bath robes, individually thermostatically controlled radiators, shaver point. ... more   less 

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