Sanderlay Guest House
Viewfield Drive, Kirkwall outskirts · Guest House
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Family-run bed and breakfast on Viewfield Drive, about a mile from central Kirkwall, with en-suite rooms and family suites at sensible prices.
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About Sanderlay Guest House
Sanderlay is a modern, purpose-built guest house on Viewfield Drive, in a quiet residential area on the outskirts of Kirkwall roughly a mile from the town centre. It is run as a family bed and breakfast rather than a hotel, and it offers the kind of value that is increasingly hard to find in Orkney during the summer, with rates commonly starting under £100 for a double.
All bedrooms are en-suite, and the house includes larger family rooms and suites with their own sitting areas, which makes it a practical option for parents travelling with children. There is off-street parking, always useful in Kirkwall, and breakfast is cooked to order with Orkney produce on the table.
The walk into the centre takes around twenty minutes, or a couple of minutes by car, and the location is convenient for the airport and for the roads west towards Stenness and Skara Brae. What guests tend to praise most is the local knowledge on offer: hosts who can tell you which ferry to take to Hoy, when Maeshowe tours need booking and where to eat on a Sunday evening are worth a good deal on a first visit to the islands.
What guests say
The hosts were welcoming, professional, and easy to communicate with. Check-in was smooth and clear instructions were provided in advance. The atmosphere felt calm and safe throughout my stay. Breakfast was well prepared with good choice and fresh ingredients. The location was convenient, with easy access to local transport and nearby shops and restaurants. Parking was also straightforward. Overall, I would highly recommend this guest house and would stay here again without hesitation.
a month ago · via Google
Absolutely fantastic stay! The rooms are bright, clean, and extremely comfortable. Everything is arranged with great care, and you immediately feel at home. Truly one of the best places I’ve stayed in Scotland – highly recommended!
11 months ago · via Google
Beautiful room with a front view, All staff were super friendly and helpful. Breakfast choice did seem endless but i went for what i liked and was not disappointed. I had two nights here and would recommend to anyone. If i come back to the island again i will be staying here
3 years ago · via Google
Last minute booking as our child had to go to the nearby hospital. The staff were understanding and accommodating with our inability to know when we'd check in, which ended up very late. The room was large and had a kitchenette for which we were grateful, being stressed, hungry, and exhausted. Breakfast was large and tasty. I can't overstate how grateful we are to the staff and beds. 6 out of 5 if I could do it.
3 years ago · via Google
At a glance
- Address
- 2 Viewfield Drive, Kirkwall, KW15 1RB Get directions
- Property type
- Guest House
- Location
- Viewfield Drive, Kirkwall outskirts
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.8 / 10 (310 reviews)
- Prices from
- £85 per night
- Destination
- Orkney