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    The Sands Hotel, Orkney (Burray, United Kingdom)

    The Sands Hotel, Orkney (Burray, United Kingdom)

    About The Sands Hotel, Orkney

    The four star The Sands Hotel, Orkney Hotel dates back to 1960 and is beautifully situated on Burray Harbour boasting panoramic views over the beaches and sunset. There are six luxury en-suite rooms, all tastefully decorated with large beds, fine linens and pastel colours. Guests have the option of two larger family rooms with small kitchens. The The Sands Hotel, Orkney Hotel is renowned for its menu in the nautical themed Watersound restaurant where breakfast and dinner is served. They also offer free parking and Wi-Fi and a maid service. The restaurant offers a large selection of food especially its fish dishes caught by local fisherman. The bar is also well stocked for a few drinks in the evening. Orkney is a popular place to visit for its astounding coastline. Those wanting to explore can visit St Magnus Cathedral, Piers art centre, the Italian chapel or enjoy the fresh air on the many beaches on offer.

    Top amenities

    • WiFi in lobby
    • Free WiFi
    • Parking
    • Restaurant
    • Hotel bar

    Rating overview

    9.4
    trivago Rating Index based on 481  reviews from:
    • Hotels.com(9.8/10)
    • LocationExcellent  8.7 / 10
    • RoomsVery good  8.4 / 10
    • ServiceVery good  8.1 / 10

    Positive Reviews

    positive:

    Spotlessly clean

    The whole hotel, bar and restaurant has great reviews regarding the cleanliness. Guests have been very happy with their stay. The rooms are well looked after and clean towels are left daily.

    positive:

    Gorgeous views over the bay

    The bay sits to the front of the hotel and many previous guests have commented on how ideal the location is as the views can be seen from the rooms.

    positive:

    Very good food in the restaurant

    The restaurant is very well known in the local area for its tasty menu including locally sourced food. Many who have eaten here have left reviews and have said its not to be missed.

    Negative Reviews

    negative:

    Poor Wi-Fi service

    The comments left by many previous guests all mention how hard it is to get onto the internet. The hotel is in a rural location which may be one of the reasons. Vodafone was also mentioned as being a terrible signal.

    negative:

    Noisy music on a weekend

    The bar is situated next to the restaurant which plays music on an evening. Reviews state it iss very noisy up until 1am in the morning on a Saturday night. Those wanting to stay here to relax could ask for a room further away from the bar.

    negative:

    Thin curtains

    There is a lot of daylight in the Orkneys even on a night at certain times of the year. Guests who have stayed have mentioned the curtains which are provided are thin letting lots of light into the room making it harder to sleep.

    All amenities

    Property amenities
    1. Arcade/Video games
    2. Parking
    3. Hotel bar
    4. Non-smoking rooms
    5. Restaurant
    6. Laundry service
    7. WiFi in public areas
    8. Hypoallergenic rooms
    9. Free WiFi in public areas
    10. Late check out
    11. Housekeeping
    12. Free WiFi
    13. Breakfast
    14. Hand sanitizer provided
    15. Safe distance
    16. Cashless payment
    Room amenities
    1. Openable windows
    2. Television
    3. Cable TV
    4. WiFi
    5. Free WiFi (rooms)
    Sports facilities
    1. Pool table
    Accessibility
    1. Accessible hotel
    2. Accessible parking

    Arrival / Departure

    1. Check in: 13:00
    2. Check out: 10:00

    Contact

    Burray,  KW17 2SS,  Burray,  United Kingdom
    Telephone: +44(1856)731298 | Fax: +44(1856)731303 | 

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Sands Hotel, Orkney

    • Is there a pool area at The Sands Hotel, Orkney?

      No, The Sands Hotel, Orkney doesn’t offer pool areas.

    • Are pets allowed at The Sands Hotel, Orkney?

      No, The Sands Hotel, Orkney doesn’t allow pets.

    • Is parking available at The Sands Hotel, Orkney?

      Yes, The Sands Hotel, Orkney provides Parking, Accessible parking for guests.

    • What time is check-in and check-out at The Sands Hotel, Orkney?

      Check-in at The Sands Hotel, Orkney is available from: . Check-out time is by .

    • Where is The Sands Hotel, Orkney located?

      The Sands Hotel, Orkney is located in Burray, KW17 2SS, Burray, United Kingdom.

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