We first stayed at Benmora 2 years ago when had a lovely stay. We're just back from another holiday in Orkney and rebooked to stay there again. Carolyn is very welcoming and accommodating of people arriving off the ferry at 11pm! Breakfast was fantastic - a wide selection of full cooked, porrage, cereals, fruit, yoghurt. Her cooked breakfasts are brilliant... More

I chose this B&B mainly due to its location on the corner of the harbour in Kirkwall. The walk into Kirkwall's Broad St is no more than 5 mins away and the views from the breakfast room of the harbour are just lovely. Host was lovely and friendly and offered a great breakfast of anything from porridge, cereal and fresh... More

We booked to stay at Benmora for our 2 night stay in Kirkwall based on the comments on here. I was not disappointed. Carolyn is truly the most friendly, congenial host. The B&B is spotless and our room along with the whole house appeared brand new. It is only a 5 minute walk into Kirkwall and has stunning views. The... More

We stayed at Benmora for a week in early May and loved this B&B. It was one of the best we have ever stayed in. We really enjoyed our time here and got to see a lot on the islands, despite the very poor weather we had while we were there. Location: The main part of Kirkwall and the tourist... More

Views over the marina and harbour to Kirkall completed a great stay. The room, lounge and dining room were of the best quality. (The showers put some 4* hotels to shame). Carolyn made us feel at home and cooked a wonderfull breakfast. Benmora is just a short walk from the centre of Kirkwall. I am just sorry we could not... More

A very warm welcome to a beautiful B and B in Kirkwall Carolyn is friendly and kind and flexible Rooms a treat and the breakfasts excellent- Recommend to anyone going to Orkney Location is central to all the best of Kirkwall and the views from the dining room are superb

this is a very clean and very nice B&B. Near to center, with a great view over the habour. The houselady ist extremly kind and helpful. We had a very early ship back to Scrabster, and we got a "breakfast-pack" from her prepared with fresh sliced fruits, sandwich and joghurt. We recommend this B&B. thanks for this nice stay.

Best B&B ever stayed in. Location just 5 minutes from the centre of Kirkwall. Views over the harbour from the guest lounge amazing. Breakfast choice & quality of food outstanding. Rooms spotless. Carolyn friendly & helpful made us feel really at home. Highly recommended.

Initially had planned to stay in hotel, but all were a bit expensive, so opted for this B&B - so glad we did. Caroline was kindness personified - nothing too much trouble. Rooms were spacious, clean and comfortable with quality tea/coffee/biscuits available. Superb ensuite bathroom - couldn't ask for more. Just 5 minutes walk from Kirkwall centre so all the... More