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Cleaton House

Pierowall KW17 2DB , Scotland
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Cleaton House
Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Pierowall
April 16, 2012 -
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Glasgow
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012

We stayed at the Cleaton House Hotel for 2 nights in April. The rooms were stunning and it felt like we were stepping back in time (in a good way!). We had a small/medium dog with us, which can be a bit tricky when booking accommodation but received a very warm welcome from the proprietors and their lovely dogs. We... More

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North of the Border
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 1, 2011

We stayed in this hotel about two miles outside Pierowall on Westray for one night as a family of five (3 adults, two children) occupying two rooms. The family room was enormous, and easily fitted the four of us; the double room was smaller but still extremely spacious. Both rooms had bathtubs, which at this stage of our trip were... More

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Amersfoort, The Netherlands
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 9, 2010

we have stayed here in April 2010 for three nights. the room was clean and comfortable, the food very good and the service very hospitable

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Wales
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2010

We found that the current owners were living off the reputation of the previous ones. the awards and recommendations proudly shown on the web site were not earned in the current ownership. Maintenance in the rooms was poor, food terrible and a bar that could only serve bottled beer. It raises mediocrity to new heights!

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Freiburg
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78 reviews 78 reviews
46 hotel reviews
Reviews in 62 cities Reviews in 62 cities
126 helpful votes 126 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 15, 2009

Spent one week at Cleaton House this June and will definitely come back: the hosts are a gem, the food is brilliant and the integrated pub is a great place to meet locals. Best room is "Lameger" - huge and light. Definitely the best place on the northern Orkneys!

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Leics
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22 reviews 22 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 28, 2009

We were welcomed by the resident black labradors Rosie and Lizzie and the human welcome was as warm! Lovely big room with great views and super food - we had a great stay and would really recommend the hotel and the island. Very friendly hosts and we will return.

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Guildford,UK
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112 reviews 112 reviews
110 hotel reviews
Reviews in 106 cities Reviews in 106 cities
158 helpful votes 158 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2007

Delightful small hotel. Our room was large and very comfortable with views along the coast from one window and inland from the other. Owners very friendly and helpful - we felt very much at home, although we were the only guests that night. Our meal too was excellent, with a choice of 3 starters, mains and desserts.

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London
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16 reviews 16 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 31, 2007

A warm welcome greeted us on our arrival. Our room had wonderful views and an exceptionally comfortable bed. The owners and staff were very friendly and extremely helpful. Breakfast and dinner were well cooked and enjoyable, the produce was all local and the main meals were accompanied by vegetables from the garden and were delicious, so were the desserts! A... More

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NE Scotland
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2007

We went to Westray for a day trip and stopped at Cleaton House hoping for lunch having seen the signs on the road from the ferry that said "open for bar meals". The bar was empty apart from the new (2006) owner. We ordered drinks and then started to study the blackboard menus. The owner then explained that he didn't... More

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England
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2006

Stayed here one evening in July. Pleasant hotel - atmospheric bar area - idyllic island. What let it down was the dreadful food. We met up with friends who were staying elsewhere as we expected our hotel to be superior to their bed and breakfast. What a mistake. We ate in the lounge bar and what we were given would... More

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Additional Information about Cleaton House

Also Known As:
Cleaton Hotel Pierowall
Cleaton House Pierowall, Westray, Orkney Islands
Address: Pierowall KW17 2DB , Scotland
Region: United Kingdom > Scotland > Orkney Islands > Westray > Pierowall
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Pierowall
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Cleaton House Hotel is a 4 star hotel with 6 ensuite rooms, the food is exceptional and is, where possible, sources locally. Seafood is in abundance as is local lamb, beef and pork. ... more   less 

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