The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Delicious Seafood!
“The breakfast menu featured exceptional seafood, creating a delightful start to the day in a lovely atmosphere.” view full review
Stunning Views!
“Our room had a large window overlooking the loch, providing breathtaking views that added to the overall experience.” view full review
Charming Decor!
“The hotel is beautifully decorated with a focus on fishing artwork, creating a unique and cozy ambiance.” view full review
Refreshing Comfort!
“The ensuite bathroom was well-appointed with all necessary amenities, making for a convenient and pleasant stay.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed
Sports & Fitness
Fishing
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Laundry
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
CD player
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Location
Loch Harray,
Harray,
United Kingdom,
Highlands
Map view
Loch Harray,
Harray,
United Kingdom,
Highlands
City landmarks
Loch of Bosquoy
1.1
km
Museum
Corrigall Farm Museum
2.6
km
You do not need to book to get into this attraction. There is free access at all times.
Ring of Brodgar
5.8
km
Click Mill
1.7
km
Harray Parish War Memorial
2.0
km
Harray Parish Church
2.0
km
Loch of Harray
2.3
km
Huntiscarth at the Foot of the Ward O' Redland
The Knowes of Trotty
2.5
km
Ireland Rd
Maeshowe
6.6
km
B9055
Barnhouse Neolithic Settlement
4.7
km
Skara Brae B9056
Skara Brae Prehistoric Village
6.7
km
Hillside Rd
Dounby Click Mill
4.6
km
Ring of Bookan
4.8
km
Knowes of Trotty
4.7
km
Skae Frue, mound 300m SW of Buckan
5.0
km
Skaill House Breckness ESTATE
Skaill House
6.4
km
A967
Orkney Folklore & Storytelling Visitor Centre
4.9
km
Stromness KW16 3JZ
Standing Stones of Stenness
6.7
km
Heart of Neolithic Orkney
Ness of Brodgar
6.3
km
Museum
Kirbuster Farm Museum
6.5
km
Kw17 2lt
Yellowbird Gallery
6.7
km
Nearby
Loch of Bosquoy
1.1
km
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
72%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Lovely garden view
Big super king-size bed
Overcooked dinner
Additional charges
7.2/10
Very good
Rooms
6.7
Location
8.5
Service
7.5
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
7.2/10
based on 6 reviews
8.6
8.6/10 based on 205 reviews
Tom
United Kingdom,
April
2024
6.6/10
I truly enjoyed my stay at the Merkister Hotel. The room was lovely with a big super king-size bed, although it was a bit small for the price. Dinner, unfortunately, was overcooked but the garden view was superb.
Rooms
7.0
The room was cozy and had a lovely garden view with a big super king-size bed. However, it was a bit small for the price.
Service
6.0
There were a few minor room issues like a broken window handle and a bathroom sliding door coming off hinges.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location by the beautiful loch was perfect for enjoying the serene views and exploring the Orkneys, but it was a bit secluded if you're interested in the bustling restaurant scene.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a bit disappointing with overcooked dinner, but my partner enjoyed her smoked salmon with scrambled eggs. The breakfast lacked variety and was not as filling as expected.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were basic but sufficient for a comfortable stay. However, there were additional charges of 60 pounds per day per room that were unexpected.
Lovely garden view
Overcooked dinner
Eric
United States,
March
2024
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel, with spacious and well-fitted rooms offering a lovely view. The service was absolutely fantastic, from a bright and cheery start to exceptionally prepared meals at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The location was perfect, overlooking the loch and surrounded by beautiful views. The dining experience, although not perfect, offered tasty and varied dishes with some room for improvement. Overall, a great value for a memorable stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were quaint and great, with lovely views. They were spacious and well-fitted.
Service
9.0
The staff were all very pleasant and willing to offer recommendations. Laundry service was efficient too.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, with beautiful views and a lovely lakeside setting.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had its moments, with tasty and varied dishes. Some improvements in the quantity and imagination of the menu could make it even better.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-equipped and contributed to a comfortable stay.
beautiful views
room for improvement in dining
Paul
United Kingdom,
January
2024
6.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room was the smallest I have ever encountered, with outdated linen and furnishings, but it did offer a great view of Loch Harray, which was a bonus. The service was exceptionally pleasant but could benefit from updates, especially with poor lighting. The location was stunning, overlooking the loch, perfect for touring the island, although it was in need of some maintenance. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with excellent options but lacking in quantity and variety. Overall, it was a comfortable stay with some room for improvement in certain areas.
Rooms
5.0
The room was small and in need of updates, but the view of Loch Harray was great and the bed was very comfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff were exceptionally pleasant and helpful, although the lighting could be improved.
Location
8.0
The location was stunning, overlooking the loch, ideal for touring the island but in need of maintenance.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its high points with good quality breakfast items but lacked in variety and quantity.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were basic but functional, could benefit from upgrades.
great view
small room
Alexander
United States,
September
2023
6.8/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were quite small and in need of refurbishment, but the shower was good. Unfortunately, the noise from dragging furniture was a constant disturbance. The hotel also hosted private events during the weekend, limiting guest accessibility. On the bright side, the service was exceptional with extremely helpful and friendly staff. The location was ideal for a quiet morning run and offered beautiful views, but it didn't entirely justify the cost. Dining was a hit and miss experience, with excellent breakfast options but room for improvement in other meals.
Rooms
5.0
Although the room was the smallest I have ever encountered with dated furnishings and stained carpet, the clean linen and good shower were redeeming qualities.
Service
9.0
The staff was extremely helpful and very friendly, providing great water pressure in the shower and a lovely view of the loch from the room.
Location
7.0
The location was great for a morning run and offered stunning views of the loch, but it fell short of justifying the high cost.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its highs and lows with excellent breakfast options but room for improvement in other meals.
Facilities
7.0
Bill
United States,
August
2023
7.6/10
The hotel room was a bit cramped and in need of some updates, but it was very clean and comfortable overall. The service was friendly and informative, although not as warm as expected. The location was fantastic for outdoor activities and enjoying the peaceful Orkney Mainland. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with some dishes being excellent while others were lacking. The facilities were adequate for a pleasant stay.
Rooms
7.0
The room was small and could use some improvements in furniture and maintenance, but it was spotlessly clean and comfortable, which was great considering the weather.
Service
8.0
The staff were friendly and accommodating, going the extra mile to assist us, but their warmth could have been better.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally situated in a quiet rural area of Orkney Mainland, perfect for morning runs and enjoying the scenery.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience varied with some dishes being excellent while others were a bit disappointing, but overall, the food quality was good.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities that are sufficient for a comfortable stay.
Wally
United Kingdom,
April
2023
7.4/10
I couldn't have asked for a better location with beautiful views of the loch and isle of Hoy in the distance. However, the room had a spider issue with cobwebs around the ceiling. On the bright side, the power shower was fantastic!
Rooms
7.0
The room had fabulous views of the loch and isle of Hoy but was plagued by spiders and cobwebs. The power shower was cracking.
Service
6.0
Location
9.0
The location was excellent with easy access to major sights and viewing points on the island. The well-kept gardens added to the charm.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was a mix of hits and misses, with substantial and delicious offerings but also a bit lacking in variety and quantity. Traditional local cakes were a highlight.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had good facilities overall, but some maintenance issues were evident.
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