Smithfield Guesthouse - Dounby
Overview
3-star family-run Smithfield Guesthouse in Dounby: a traditional bar with local whiskies, an in-house restaurant using local produce, and a location 10 minutes from Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar.
Amenities & Services
The Smithfield Hotel offers free on-site parking and a guest lounge for relaxation. Guests have access to laundry services and luggage storage. The property includes safety features such as smoke detectors and first aid kits, along with on-site activities including darts and pool.
Rooms
Smithfield Hotel Orkney has 10 recently refurbished rooms, 9 of which have an en suite bathroom. The single room has an external private shower room. Each room is equipped with tea and coffee making facilities and a TV.
Location
Smithfield Hotel Dounby is within a 10-minute drive of Skara Brae, Maeshowe, the Ring of Brodgar, and the Standing Stones of Stenness. The Corrigall Farm Museum is also nearby. A bus stop is located next door, and a supermarket and petrol pumps are directly across the street.
Dining & Bar
Smithfield Guesthouse operates an in-house restaurant that uses local produce for all meals. A daily breakfast with dietary options is served. The traditional public bar offers locally produced beverages including whiskies and beers, and features a darts board and pool table.
Family & Community
Smithfield Hotel Dounby Orkney is family-run and displays unique local art and decorations throughout the property. The staff engages with guests through personalized service and special requests. The hotel has a strong community feel, attracting both visitors and locals to its bar and lounge.
- Location: 10 minutes from Skara Brae and Ring of Brodgar
- Rooms: 10 rooms, 9 en suite with tea/coffee and TV
- Dining: In-house restaurant using local produce
- Bar: Traditional bar with local whiskies and beers
- Activities: Darts, pool, and guest lounge
- Guest type: History and archaeology enthusiasts, families
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
120 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Heating
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Room size:
155 sq. feet
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Shower
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Heating
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Room size:
100 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Shower
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Heating
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Electric kettle
Darts
Sports & Fitness
- Darts
Services
- Laundry
Dining
- Special diet menus
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Smithfield Guesthouse
| 💵 Lowest room price | 220 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 17.5 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kirkwall, KOI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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