Smithfield Hotel

3.0 star property
Indulge in local cuisine for breakfast then grab your favorite drink from the bar. Relax knowing you have everything you need right here.

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (4)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Washer/dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Twin Room

Highlights

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

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

Single Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

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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
  • Mainland - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Skara Brae - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Ring of Brogdar - 12 min drive - 11.3 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

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
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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
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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
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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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

10/10 Exceptional

The landlady was charmed by and gracious and very helpful. Would stay again.
Sharon, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice owners with quiet rooms and good breakfast.
Ronald, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

The overall property was good, the room was somewhat spacious, the breakfast was good! Upon arrival, it was difficult to see there was parking behind hotel and where the front door was. There was a step up into the bathroom, and very restricted room while sitting on toilet. My husband's knees were slammed against the towel warmer. Ann Marie at reception was exceptionally helpful, and she got us dinner reservations at a nearby hotel. Very disappointed that the restaurant at the Smithfield was closed after we had made reservations for hotel stay.
Lisa, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Despite rumors that hotel is up for sale, we found the staff to be responsive and helpful, and our stay was very nice.
Ben, 3-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Catherine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Central & quiet location to explore Orkney,. Clean. Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast
Madonna, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location to explore Orkney
John, 6-night romance trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Frank, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast options and the staff are friendly!
Kara, 2-night romance trip
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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
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8/10 Very Good

Fine
Stephen, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ryan, 3-night trip
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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
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4/10 Fair

The most expensive unmanned (except by appointment) B&B on Orkney. No restaurant or bar.
MARCUS, 2-night romance trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 1-night trip with friends
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

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

Stanford, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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