MURRAY ARMS HOTEL, Saint Margarets Hope

The Murray Arms Hotel And Seafood Restaurant, Orkney operates its own fleet of boats that go out three times a week to hand-dive for scallops from the waters surrounding Orkney. The restaurant serves local hand-dived scallops and other seafood dishes, including a renowned seafood platter for two. An outdoor dining area provides scenic views of the islands for guests who prefer to eat outside.

Dogs are welcome in all areas of the hotel, including the restaurant and bar, and are provided with pet bowls during their stay. The hotel has pet-friendly rooms that allow guests to bring their dogs into the dining spaces for meals. Breakfast includes options like smoked salmon that is sometimes offered to canine guests, as noted in guest reviews.

The hotel has a tennis court, a games room with pool and darts, and a shared garden space for outdoor relaxation. Guests can borrow bicycles for cycling, and the area offers fishing, diving, and snorkelling opportunities. A coffee house on site and BBQ facilities are available for guest use.

The hotel is located near the ferry terminal for easy access to the Orkney Islands, with Sand Of Wright Beach 2.9 km away. Historical sites such as the Standing Stones of Stenness, Ring of Brogdar, and Maeshowe are within driving distance. Kirkwall Airport is 24 km from the property, and the Orkney Museum is 25 km away.

The hotel has 8 rooms, all with en suite facilities, private bathrooms, TVs, and tea and coffee making equipment. The building is a traditional stone-built hotel with historical charm, offering double rooms and apartments on the first floor. Some apartments have kitchenettes with air fryers instead of ovens, and ground-floor accessible apartments are available.

Dining: Hand-dived scallops from own boats

Pet: Dogs welcome in all areas including restaurant

Activities: Tennis court, games room, cycling, diving

Location: Near ferry for Orkney Islands access

Rooms: 8 charming rooms in historic stone building