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Smithfield Hotel

3.0 star property
Dounby inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Interior
Balcony
Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Reception hall

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Washer/dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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The price is $171
includes taxes & fees
$143 per night
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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About the neighborhood

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Dounby, Orkney, Dounby, Scotland, KW17 2HT

What's nearby

  • Standing Stones of Stenness - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Skara Brae - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Ring of Brogdar - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Maes Howe - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Stromness Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skara Brae Prehistoric Village - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Birsay Bay Tearoom - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tea & Tabnab - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Appie's Tea Room & Gallery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Peedie Fish & Chip Van - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Smithfield Hotel

When visiting Dounby, Smithfield Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Washer and dryer

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Smithfield Hotel Inn
Smithfield Hotel Dounby
Smithfield Hotel Inn Dounby

Frequently asked questions

Does Smithfield Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Smithfield Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Smithfield Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Smithfield Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Smithfield Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Smithfield Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Sadly the hotel no longer has a restaurant and bar. Apparently they’ve been unable to get staff which seems to be an island wide issue. However the rooms are clean though a little dated. The breakfast was good and the staff accommodating.
Kim, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Catherine, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Central & quiet location to explore Orkney,. Clean. Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast
Madonna, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location to explore Orkney
John, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Unfortunately the restaurant was closed. I only found out after booking. The nearest restaurant entailed a £40 return taxi fare
Nigel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Frank, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast options and the staff are friendly!
Kara, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. The whole team very helpful and very friendly. Great breakfasts. The best prawn cocktail I've ever had. Thank you. Vikings also made an appearance.
Robert, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Fine
Stephen, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ryan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ivy and Ann Marie are great! Loved our stay at the Smithfield. Gas and groceries across the street. Breakfasts were fantastic. Dinner options in the immediate area are limited. Surrounding area is beautiful with relaxed atmosphere.
Gordon, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The most expensive unmanned (except by appointment) B&B on Orkney. No restaurant or bar.
MARCUS, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This place was clean and comfortable with a nice breakfast. However, we booked it as a hotel with a bar and restaurant, which had ceased to operate by the time we got there. This is an issue in a fairly remote location with no other dining options. We were hiking, and the nearest place was almost 2 miles away. It needs to rebrand as a bed and breakfast. Although the staff were lovely, reception was usually closed with a phone number to call.This was the second time this has happened on our trip to Orkney. There seems to be a serious issue with finding staff, even though demand is high. While we were there, at least half the guests were hikers and cyclists. With no restaurant, perhaps the former hotel facilities could be converted into a self catering lounge with kitchen area, maybe a washer dryer. Drying room for boots and wet coats would be good. The life saver is the big Asda across the street with a good selection of food and alcohol!
Sean, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a very enjoyable and restful 5-night stay here. The accommodation was very comfortable and in a convenient location for getting around the island (and travelling to others), while being nice and quiet as well. It's a shame that the restaurant is currently out of action but there are plenty of options in quite easy driving distance (although we would advise booking ahead, as a lot of them were quite sought-after). And an excellent breakfast was laid on (and a packed meal for the day of our early departure) by the very helpful staff. Also, there's a well-stocked Asda just across the road. It was a lovely holiday and we're very grateful for the opportunity to visit such a wonderful place.
Robert, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel and staff
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Stanford, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot for touring the Orkneys. Well located opposite a Co-op with PFS
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Do not book this unprofessional hotel
Don't book this one if you have other options. It is a low level B&B, not a hotel. Room is small and not designed for a bedroom, big window is right above your bed, cold air will blow on your head when you are sleep. They give us a very small table for breakfast, I asked them is this table for one person or two? The answer was its for one person but it is for two of you. It is a very bad answer. Also, they only provide one meal for two person, they let us share one meal. I am a history researcher, when to many countries, never seen such bad service. Do not book this hotel if you have any other options. Thanks for reading.
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Carol, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We very much enjoyed our stay at Smithfield Hotel. Lovely room, comfy bed, and great shower. Excellent breakasts and restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff. Wonderful!
Cynthia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

From the minute we were greeted at check in until we left we were so impressed with the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. The seafood in the restaurant was one of the best meals we had in Scotland. Room was as advertised. Great little spot!
Andrew, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent host, meeting all of our needs. Exceptionally good breakfast, each morning. Hot and made to order. Very good location, close to shops and restraunts.
Ginger, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful stay
Peaceful stay in a small quiet town
ryan, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and restful
Great stay in the quiet season. Ivy was an excellent hostess.
ryan, 1-night business trip
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