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Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is ฿3,153
฿3,783 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Royal Oak Guest House
Garden
The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking"
United States
Ben D
The price is ฿5,009
฿6,011 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
The Sands Hotel
Exterior
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (225)
"Staff were very good, happy to help!"
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is ฿2,680
฿3,216 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
The Ayre Hotel
Front of property
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (83)
"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."
United Kingdom
Maya
The Stromness Hotel
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Shore

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173)
"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"
United States
Bill
The price is ฿4,018
฿4,821 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
The Shore
2 bars/lounges
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
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 ฿4,245
฿5,094 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Albert Hotel
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The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"Very convenient to the ferry and all the shops. "
United States
Robert
The price is ฿6,917
฿8,301 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Garden
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (74)
"We had a very enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely like to return"
United Kingdom
Antoinette
The price is ฿4,891
฿5,869 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
The Orkney Hotel
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Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is ฿2,970
฿3,564 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Grainbank Mews
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"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."
United States
randy
The price is ฿3,574
฿4,289 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Celtic Lodges
Cottage | Living room
The Steading

The Steading

The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is ฿34,708
฿41,650 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
The Steading
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Stay near popular Kirkwall attractions

St. Magnus Cathedral featuring heritage elements, interior views and a statue or sculpture

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

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews

10/10 Excellent
"Room was quality, shower excellent, room warm and very clean, beds very comfortable. Staff welcoming and friendly."
Denis 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Grainbank Mews

More cheap stays in Kirkwall

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is ฿3,153 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
฿3,153
฿3,783 total
25 Dec - 26 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 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 36 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.