Kid-friendly vacation rentals in Orkney

Two of us, plus our two dogs, had the Noddle to ourselves so we had plenty of room. It was exactly as described. Had everything you needed plus very comfy bed. It was lovely to have the fire going and also to sit in the conservatory which was so toasty. I even had a go at sketching and playing the piano! Emilys tea room is such an easy walk and we had a delicious supper with her plus coffee the morning we checked out. Thank you Tony.

The accommodation was perfect for us. A short walk to centre of Kirkwall. The house was very comfortable and spacious and worked very well for three couples. It was one of the best resourced Airbnbs we have have stayed in. We wanted for nothing during our stay. Our host Simon was incredibly helpful ( especially as the couples we arrived at different times ) and his attention to detail was apparent in all aspects of our stay and helped make for a very memorable holiday . Highly recommended.

Excellent cosy home to stay in. Walkable to all amenities and sites in town. Nice and quiet, would highly recommend.

Brian's place in Tankerness was just great and Brian was a great host who answered questions quickly. Very beautiful view out the back windows and very peaceful location. The house was clean and comfortable with plenty of room for lounging. Easy drive to Kirkwall. If you are very lucky the local farm cat will come and intoduce himself. He is a charmer. If we are ever lucky enough to visit Orkney again we wouldn't hesitate to stay at Valkyrie.

The house was spacious, really well stocked and in a great location. Lizzy communicated really well and made the whole stay very easy We had a fantastic two weeks there. The garden is a good size but for anyone bringing pets it is not secure.

Having been to Orkney many times but needing accommodation for a family wedding, we couldnt have asked for a better place to stay, we could see the venue from the window. My crawling grandson was with us and Vanessa had stairgates up and a highchair in place and he had plenty room to play. There was honestly everything there that you could maybe have forgotten and was so well stocked. We hope we had left everything in okay order as we had to leave the island quicker than expected as our ferry was cancelled and had to get an early morning one. Would definitely return here and have already recommended this property.

The most incredible property with a wonderful, genuine host who went above and beyond. We couldn't have asked more from our perfect stay and nothing was too much hassle. Would 100% recommend to anyone thinking of an Orkney escape

Norman and Maria’s home was perfect! It was the cleanest and most organized/tidiest home we have ever stayed in. It was not in the city centre. We had a car and could very conveniently park in front of the house. It was a 3 minute drive to a Tesco grocery store, and we parked in the long stay parking lot beside Tesco to do our touring of Kirkwall. We ( two couples) had a wonderful stay and thoroughly enjoyed Orkney.

We had a great stay. The apartment was ideal and very well equipped. No complaints although, be warned, only one person can use the kitchen at a time! Would definitely recommend! Many thanks

This is an amazing place. Squeeky clean, warm and welcoming. Jean had left a choice of breads and milk, butter, jams and cereals, local cheese, biscuits and more! The beds were so comfortable. Some lovely touches such as packets with toothbrush and toothpaste incase you'd forgotten yours. It's ideally situated just a few minutes walk from the shops and harbour and parking was never a problem. If you are looking for somewhere to stay in Kirkwall, look no further, this is just perfect.

Perfect base for exploring the area. Very clean, well equipped, and in a great location.

We really enjoyed our time at Angel’s. Her mother -in -law met us and cared for us well. We had coffee, biscuits and breakfast items waiting for us as well. We were able to walk downtown as well as Tesco. Central location to drive around the island and see everything. Would recommend this location and would come back anytime. Thank you !!!

I had a wonderful stay at this apartment in Orphir. The place was absolutely impeccable—spotlessly clean, well-organized, and equipped with everything needed for cooking, cleaning, and beyond. It was clear that great care had been taken to ensure guests feel comfortable. Louise, the host, was welcoming and proactive, making the check-in process seamless and ensuring I had everything I needed throughout my stay. Orphir is peaceful and perfect for a relaxing getaway, but a car is recommended for reaching supermarkets or larger towns. The apartment is ideal for families of four and feels like a luxurious treat for singles or couples. Highly recommended.

The flat is a little gem with lots of little added things to make it pretty: pictures, photos, nice curtains etc. When we arrived the electric fire and classic FM were on. A special touch. Super quiet. The view is amazing and it is only 10 minutes walk to Stromness. Super easy to access by car and then travel into the island. Highly recommend.

A great location close to the ferry terminal which was ideal! Very picturesque location with amazing views over the bay and a couple of shops and restaurant in walking distance. The flat was exactly as expected from the description and was perfect for us 🙂

Lovely little flat in great location for short stay in Kirkwall . Kerry and Tara were friendly and very quick to answer any queries. Would certainly use them again if ever back visiting Orkney.

Fantastic! I’ve stayed in a lot of different types of accommodation over the years but this was the best. Immaculate in every way and very thoughtfully presented. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or go back to this property. Ten minute walk to the town centre. Friendly host next door but didn’t intrude. You won’t be disappointed!

Leona”s place is spacious, warm and comfortable. It is well equipped and a great location to visit the local Neolithic sites, Stromness and Kirkwall. There is great access to the local Loch. I would definitely stay again.

Great apartment. Very clean and well appointed. Great location in that you were very close to everything the only downside was that on the Saturday night the noise from the young folk waiting for taxis was horrendous. Between 12-2 am none of us could sleep and that was with the windows shut and earplugs in . But for the noise on the Saturday night I would have scored higher.

We loved staying in Jenny's place. She was a fantastic host, really responsive and going above and beyond to accommodate our needs and help us with everything we might need. The place itself was beautifully decorated, extremely well-equipped and in an excellent location to walk into Kirkwall and explore the rest of Orkney. Would 100% recommend this Air BnB - one of the best stays ever :)

Great location in central Kirkwall but the street outside can be busy and noisy on weekend evenings, fine if you keep the windows closed but we found it a bit stuffy so liked to have them open when we were in. Had everything we could need for our 3 night stay and a very comfortable bed!

Very clean , comfortable and central. I would highly recommend this accommodation.

We enjoyed our stay. The apartment was clean and very comfortable, well kitted, spacious. Great location!

Apartment was thoughtfully furnished and comfortable. The central location is convenient for shops, bus station, and places of interest. The parking is very convenient.