Merkister Hotel
Loch Harray, Harray, KW17 2LF, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Located on the shore of Harray Loch and family-run for over 30 years, the Merkister Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness. It features impressive views over the famous loch and its surroundings. Guests benefit from free private parking on site. With free Wi-Fi, the rooms feature a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.The rooms also benefit from an en suite bathroom. The hotel’s award-winning restaurant offers Aberdeen Angus Beef that is sourced from farms within a 10-mile radius, as well as fresh local seafood from hand-dived scallops, to fresh-landed halibut. Swans and herons can be spotted on the loch as guests enjoy their full Scottish breakfast, and scenic sunsets during dinner. Guests can fish on the hotel’s own pier. Staff can organise boat trips and tuition with special out-of-season rates from October to April.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gavin
United Kingdom
“The hotel is staffed by a friendly team. Whilst the room was basic this did not impact our holiday as it was clean and we spent most of our time out of the hotel. The breakfast was nice. The hotel is 20 minutes from 'everywhere' on Orkney.” - Moyra
United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent, with plenty to eat. The location is very picturesque and quiet.” - Karyn
Canada
“Clean and comfy room and great location. The food was delicious and all the staff were so friendly and helpful. Thank you!”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
Facilities of Merkister HotelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Bar
- Fishing
- Fruits
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Laundry
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
- English
House rulesMerkister Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
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The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Merkister Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
FAQs about Merkister Hotel
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Merkister Hotel is 1.4 miles from the centre of Harray. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Merkister Hotel has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant
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Merkister Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Fishing
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Check-in at Merkister Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The prices at Merkister Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Merkister Hotel include:
- Twin
- Twin/Double
- Single
- Double