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Top 10 Kirkwall hotels and places to stay

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The Ayre Hotel
The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (217)
"Great location, a brief walk to town. We had a one bedroom suite with a kitchen. It was very clean and quiet. Would definitely stay here again. Orkney was great, every one was friendly and helpful."
Canada
Jeff
The price is ฿2,711
฿3,253 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
The Ayre Hotel
2 bars/lounges
Albert Hotel
Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264)
"Breakfast was great and we liked the location, near shopping and the bus station. We also liked the Bothy Bar ;-)"
United States
Sylvia
The price is ฿4,305
฿5,167 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Albert Hotel
Lobby
Royal Oak Guest House
Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Lovely place to stay. Very homely better than a hotel and great friendly service."
United Kingdom
Tim
The price is ฿3,508
฿4,210 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Royal Oak Guest House
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Shore
The Shore
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (172)
"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"
United States
Bill
The price is ฿4,075
฿4,890 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Shore
Garden
The Orkney Hotel
The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (73)
"Room spacious and comfortable. Location excellent. Generous breakfast. Really friendly staff"
Sweden
Karina
The price is ฿4,802
฿5,762 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Orkney Hotel
Front of property
Karrawa Guest House
Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."
United Kingdom
Matthew Simon
The price is ฿2,941
฿3,529 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Karrawa Guest House
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Grainbank Mews
Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is ฿2,799
฿3,359 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Grainbank Mews
Garden
The Sands Hotel
The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Lovely quiet place by the sea with a great restauarant and cosy nautical themed bar. Very friendly staff :) Would love to stay here again next time!"
Australia
Daniel
The price is ฿5,067
฿6,081 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Sands Hotel
Front of property
The Stromness Hotel
The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (83)
"Classic charming old hotel feel...like an old movie. Everything was clean and good hot water. We had ferry cancellations and they were very kind and kept us two extra nights in the same room. Breakfast was good and hearty and the attached evening restaurant was fabulous."
United States
Anna
The Stromness Hotel
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The Royal Hotel Stromness
The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"Good location in the centre of Stromness, OK for a short stopover, no meals on site but some availability at the partner Ferry Inn just along the road. Fairly limited eating places in the area."
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is ฿7,016
฿8,419 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Free breakfast
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Welcoming, helpful, friendly and sharing. Well kept house with comfortable lodging and easily accessible with transportation. "
United States
Gina
The price is ฿4,394
฿5,273 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Celtic Lodges
Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Liked Wayne’s welcome, his story and the coziness and cleanliness of the cabin."
Australia
Andrew
The price is ฿3,615
฿4,338 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Celtic Lodges
Cottage | Living room
The Steading
The Steading
3.0 star property
The price is ฿34,514
฿41,417 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Steading
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Stay near popular Kirkwall attractions

St. Magnus Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a cemetery

St. Magnus Cathedral

4.5/5 (60 reviews)
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.
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Earl\'s Palace showing a ruin, château or palace and heritage architecture

Earl's Palace

Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.
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Learn more about Kirkwall

The medieval St. Magnus Cathedral towers over Kirkwall's cobbled streets, where you'll find Highland Park distillery tours and Viking artefacts at the museum. Ferries depart for day trips to Orkney's ancient sites like Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar standing stones.

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St. Magnus Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, interior views and heritage elements

Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges

10/10 Excellent
"The owner Wayne was amazing and the small cabin was adorable! If you’re in the area don’t hesitate to spend the night here."
randy 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Celtic Lodges

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The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland
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6.8/10 (83 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kirkwall?
Royal Oak Guest House is a favourite with Expedia customers. This guest house offers free parking and free WiFi. Reviews from our site also recommend Karrawa Guest House and The Ayre Hotel as top choices for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kirkwall.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kirkwall, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kirkwall.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Kirkwall?
Based on our traveller reviews, Kirkwall Youth Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Kirkwall.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Kirkwall?
The Ayre Hotel is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a restaurant along with free WiFi for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include Kirkwall Youth Hostel and The Orkney Hotel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Kirkwall.
What is staying in Kirkwall like?
Visitors to Kirkwall will definitely enjoy the bars. Tourists can also enjoy the city's cathedral, monuments and museums. In Kirkwall, there are 38 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Kirkwall.
What should I see while I'm in Kirkwall?
Cultural venues include Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Highland Park Distillery and Scapa Beach. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Kirkwall guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kirkwall?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 1080 mm.

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