Smithfield guesthouse

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Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), laundry facilities, and a bar at Smithfield guesthouse. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden dresser, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a red armchair, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a chair, a window with curtains, and a door.

Single Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Dounby is home to Smithfield guesthouse. Skara Brae and Maes Howe are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Stromness Museum and The Pickaquoy Centre. Visit our Dounby travel guide
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Dounby, Orkney, Dounby, Scotland, KW17 2HT

What's nearby

  • Three standing stones in a grassy field with a lake and hills in the background.
    Standing Stones of Stenness
    8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • A coastal landscape with a stone wall, pebbly beach, and distant houses.
    Bay of Skaill
    12 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Ancient stone structures on a grassy hillside overlooking a beach.
    Skara Brae
    13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • A grassy field with a dirt path leading to a hill with a small structure.
    Maes Howe
    18 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Corrigall Farm Museum
    9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Kirkwall (KOI)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Birsay Bay Tearoom
    10 min drive
  • Tea & Tabnab
    11 min drive
  • Loki Seafood Shack
    9 min drive
  • Peedie Fish & Chip Van
    11 min drive
  • Appie's Tea Room & Gallery
    8 min drive

About this property

Smithfield guesthouse

  • Property highlights
  • Take advantage of free breakfast (local cuisine), laundry facilities, and a bar at Smithfield guesthouse. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Smithfield guesthouse have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Smithfield guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Smithfield guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Smithfield guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Smithfield guesthouse located?

Situated in Dounby, this inn is within 6 mi (10 km) of Corrigall Farm Museum, Skara Brae, and Maes Howe. Bay of Skaill and Barony Mills are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Smithfield guesthouse Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well centered for all the sites on the west side of Orkney and a quick drive to Kirkwall and the eastern archipelago sites. Staff was fantastic and a store featuring lots of local artisans is within walking distance. Not many dinner restaurants nearby, but a grocery store across the street had plenty of options for my needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My second time staying here, and I will be back. The room was spacious super clean and comfy and the woman on reception couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. It's a shame they don't reopen the restaurant for evening meals though, I'm sure they would be busy every night. The Co-op has changed to an Asda - it's right across the road and the hotel offers wine glasses in the lounge if you bring a bottle in to your room. Very nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice owners with quiet rooms and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Great breakfast options and the staff are friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to explore Orkney
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Despite rumors that hotel is up for sale, we found the staff to be responsive and helpful, and our stay was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for touring the Orkneys. Well located opposite a Co-op with PFS
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Central & quiet location to explore Orkney,. Clean. Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay in the quiet and laid back village of Dounby as it is close to a lot of archeological sites which are about 10 to 20 minutes away in every direction. Very friendly and attentive staff. Great food as well. Spacious parking in the back. There is a gas station and a market across the street so you don’t have to worry about driving too far to refuel and get food. This place will be my go-to the next time I travel to Orkney Islands!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel and staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The landlady was charmed by and gracious and very helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice hotel in a very small village, but crowded the day I was there, The Daunby Show.....
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The most expensive unmanned (except by appointment) B&B on Orkney. No restaurant or bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately the restaurant was closed. I only found out after booking. The nearest restaurant entailed a £40 return taxi fare
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Restauranten er srengt

Hotellet reklamerer med restaurant og bar, men begge deler var stengt. Så kun bed and breakfast. Enkelt rom uten arbeidsplass, men fin dusj. Enkel frokost.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

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Fine
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022