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Murray Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
Inn in South Ronaldsay with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

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Back Road, South Ronaldsay, Scotland, KW17 2SP
  • Banks Chambered Tomb
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sand of Wright
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double Room)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Double Room, Ensuite

Basic Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Pet friendly
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

South Ronaldsay

At Murray Arms Hotel you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Sand of Wright and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Hoxa Tapestry Gallery. Highlights at this inn include free breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the inn's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, an outdoor tennis court and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class South Ronaldsay inn include Banks Chambered Tomb and Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre - 6 min drive
  • Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre - 7 min drive
  • Italian Chapel - 12 min drive
  • Highland Park Distillery - 19 min drive
  • Gills Bay Ferry Port - 88 min drive

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robertsons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Creel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Commodore Restaurant & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sands Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Watersound Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Murray Arms Hotel

Inn in South Ronaldsay with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Murray Arms Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star South Ronaldsay inn is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Murray Arms Hotel offers 10 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Murray Arms Hotel?

Yep, Murray Arms Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Murray Arms Hotel?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Murray Arms Hotel on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$134.80, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Murray Arms Hotel?

The closest beach to Murray Arms Hotel is Scapa Beach (15.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Murray Arms Hotel?

No, Murray Arms Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Murray Arms Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Murray Arms Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Murray Arms Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakaway
Amazing - great food, friendly people!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very pleasant stay. Beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place with so many pluses. Great food and hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely welcome, one night stay comfortable bed nice room clean en suite. Food here is excellent and local-a must if you enjoy fresh seafood! Friendly staff throughout stay.
Seafood Penne Pasta
Hand dived scallops pan fried in whiskey and honey butter
Breakfast, locally smoked salmon snd eggs
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
People were great
The people that work here are really lovely. We enjoyed our meals. Our room was on the small size, but very cozy. We parked in the back patking lot with no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sanjay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The friendliest place I've ever stayed
From the moment we checked in, we felt like family. The staff here are the warmest of people. The smiles weren't just customer service smiles, they were genuine. Suzanne in particular went to great lengths to ensure we had a wonderful stay. We were genuinely sad to leave her! Suzanne couldn't have been more kind to our elderly dog, Smurf. She always made a fuss of her and had a sneaky treat for her. Often in 'dog friendly' accommodation, dogs are tolerated. Here dogs are loved....and that made all the difference to our holiday. ....and I haven't even mentioned the delicious seafood and fab breakfast/coffee! Thanks to all at Murray Arms for looking after us so well. We will be back. Love from Emma & Mark xx
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
This is an excellent place to stay, really convenient for the ferry and well connected to the mainland. Our room was very clean and comfortable if a bit on the small side for 2 of us. However this didn’t detract from our stay. The staff are welcoming friendly and helpful. The restaurant is lovely and the food is outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bright, modern B&B with modern rooms. Ours was filled with natural light owing to skylights and had a comfortable bed and contemporary decor. The restaurant was excellent and specialises in high quality and excellently cooked seafood dishes. Breakfast was great too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Stay
We stayed overnight before going to Hoy. The welcome was excellent and warm and our room was lovely- the whole place was spotlessly clean. Eating in is an excellent option; we did and I would highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Traditional little gem!
Lovely food and welcoming atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Spotsylvania

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel check in was quick and easy. No elevator though. The staff was excellent especially the two young men in the restaurant. They were excellent in every way. Book this hotel early they fill up quick with bus tours. There is a few restaurants nearby if you want a change but Brae Hotel dinner menu changes daily. They also worked with my wife's food allergy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kohila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gina & Suzanne were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay in a great hotel
Great hotel. Room was very comfortable and clean. Food was amazing and very fresh. Staff were very friendly and helpful, we were made to feel very welcome. It was my birthday and they got me a cake and sang happy birthday. Made my birthday very special.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Edwina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome
Friendly welcome, very good restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth a trip
Absolutely good Sandra host was outstanding and room was clean and excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the people were very friendly and the management kindly refunded us when we foolishly double booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spot on!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything excellent
Very friendly and welcoming .breakfast and dinner are excellent using locally caught seafood. An extremely well run hotel with lovely staff. Bed very comfortable, room large and very clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh scallops are available in the restaurant every day! The rooms are updated and the showers are great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice pub and hotel. Great food and staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023