say "i do" in the historic town of kirkwall

Ideally situated in the heart of the historic town of Kirkwall, The Kirkwall Hotel offers a welcoming warm atmosphere with a vision to create memorable, magical weddings with spectacular views overlooking Kirkwall Harbour. Whether an intimate wedding or an grand affair, we will design your wedding around you - whether you get married here at the hotel, or one of the local churches. 

We can host wedding ceremonies for up to 75 people and evening receptions for up to 110 people.

Call us on 01856 872232 or email enquiries@kirkwallhotel.com for further information

planning your dream wedding

Here at The Kirkwall we adopt a personal approach to every wedding. Our team will be on hand throughout the entire process to help you plan your special Orkney wedding.

Our bar and restaurant have recently been refurbished, creating warm, intimate spaces with the flexibility for a special celebration, as have our first floor events suite and private lounge - The Writing Room and The Study. All offer views of the harbour. In the summer, your party are welcome to spill out onto the terrace for your first drink as a married couple - cheers!

Please contact us and let us know what you have in mind, and to find out about our wedding packages.

GET IN TOUCH

it's all in the details

The finer details such as menu creation, flowers, sourcing photographers, table decor, hair & beauty, wedding cars and live music are all areas we can help with - making local recommendations.

We have an impressive variety of over 100 whiskies in the Highland Park bar, as well as over 70 gins (including all your Scottish favourites), so can recommend great menu matchings and work with you to plan a day that is unique in every way.

We care about getting things just as you want them, and will work with you to achieve this.

Start planning your dream wedding by booking a wedding showround with a member of the team.

weddings designed around you

The Kirkwall Hotel is the perfect wedding venue in Orkney. Ideally located nearby is the magnificent St Magnus Cathedral, Peedie Kirk and the civil marriage hall, we've been a special home to exceptional celebrations. We can host: 

Wedding breakfasts for up to 110 guests
Wedding ceremonies for up to 75 guests 

Small, intimate weddings and grand celebrations are perfectly at home here at The Kirkwall Hotel.

wedding showrounds

You may think that you know The Kirkwall Hotel. You may have been here before, or maybe we're a new discovery. Either way, the best way to discover whether we could be your perfect match for your wedding is to come for a private tour.

We'll sit down with you to understand what kind of day you have in mind and we will show you all the options for your day. There's no pressure. Take time as a couple to explore the hotel, The Highland Park Whisky Bar, Harbour View Restaurant and our beautiful private events suites. Spend time discovering our Victorian hotel and start to imagine what your special day could be like. 

Wedding tours available by prior arrangement, please call 01856 872232 or email enquiries@kirkwallhotel.com to book your private tour. 

book a private tour