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Our top choices for Kirkwall hotels

1. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Cynthia
RM681
RM817 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Albert Hotel

2. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Julie
RM658
RM790 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Ayre Hotel

3. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Jeremy
RM699
RM839 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Royal Oak Guest House

4. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
David
RM795
RM954 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Orkney Hotel

5. The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
United States
Beth
RM590
RM1,166 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Shore

6. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
Burray
United States
Susan
RM999
RM1,199 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Sands Hotel

7. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
Kirkwall
RM1,054
RM1,265 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

8. The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
Stromness
United Kingdom
Thomas
RM949
RM1,139 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Royal Hotel Stromness

9. Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness
Stromness
United Kingdom
Roger
RM1,099
RM1,319 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ferry Inn Stromness

10. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
United Kingdom
Anderw
RM736
RM883 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
The Stromness Hotel

11. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
United States
Shawn
RM361
RM433 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

12. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
South Ronaldsay
United States
Neil
RM436
RM523 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Anchorage

13. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Tanya
RM722
RM866 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
West End Guest House

14. Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Candy
RM649
RM779 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Karrawa Guest House

15. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Stromness
United Kingdom
Peter
RM586
RM703 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

16. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
South Ronaldsay
United Kingdom
Tim
RM409
RM490 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Murray Arms Hotel

17. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Stephen
RM586
RM703 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Grainbank Mews

18. Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
Dounby
United Kingdom
Jane
RM681
RM818 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Smithfield guesthouse

19. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
Orphir
RM1,494
RM1,793 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

20. The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
Thurso
Australia
Glenn
RM545
RM654 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
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Stay near popular Kirkwall attractions

A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.

St. Magnus Cathedral

9.4/10 (104 reviews)
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.
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An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)
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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A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.

Bishop's Palace

8.6/10 (44 reviews)
Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.
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Highland Park Distillery

9.4/10 (18 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kirkwall when you spend time at Highland Park Distillery. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
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Orkney Museum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.
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Orkney Wireless Museum

10.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Orkney Wireless Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
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Scapa Beach

9.6/10 (14 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Scapa Beach during your trip to Kirkwall? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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Scapa Distillery

6.0/10 (1 review)
You can take time to visit Scapa Distillery during your travels to Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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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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A church interior with high vaulted ceilings, red brick columns, wooden pews, and a central aisle leading to a stained glass window.

Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

The Shore

The Shore

8/10 Good
"We were very pleasantly surprised to learn our 1 room family suite had 2 separate bedrooms. Beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was nice. Only issues were that we only had 1 key which made it tricky every time we went separate places. Also there was an illuminated exit sign in the king bedroom we had to cover up it was so bright, and when others shut their doors it would thump ours. Loved the skylights, was a bit stuffy but those helped. Loved the breakfast!"
Beth 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Shore
Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Fyona and Colin are the ultimate hosts, who looked after us fantastically during our short stay. Going above and beyond, they don't just 'own' a guest house, they run a very welcoming 'guest home', with outstanding breakfast and clean, well equipped rooms and a friendly, helpful and informative attitude. Truly enjoyed our time in Karrawa and would certainly return again and highly recommend to others. THANK YOU for going the extra mile for us!"
Trev 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Karrawa Guest House
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We were very lucky because both times we parked at the hotel, we got one of the 2 slots in front of the hotel, so we didn't have to try and find the additional parking lot, but the staff did give us a map to find it. Keep in mind that there is no lift, so depending on your floor you need to carry your bags up. The 23kg bag was not much fun to take up and then down 2 flights of stairs. The food for breakfast was very good whether the cereal/yogurt/fruit or the from the menu. The staff in the breakfast area were really good. The front desk is a little wonky because even the person in the office there isn't as helpful as the front desk clerk who isn't there most of the time, but who is very helpful when you can get them. The WiFi isn't extremely fast, but I was able to work, especially in the library where there was power. It would be nice to have higher chairs with tables other than coffee table height. Even in the room there isn't a desk to work at. We were overall very happy with the stay and the Italian restaurant across the street was perfect for eating early."
William 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Orkney Hotel
West End Guest House

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Had a lovely stay thank you."
Gordon 2-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
West End Guest House
Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent
"Top notch!"
Jonathan David 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Ferry Inn Stromness
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect 'utilitarian' accommodation for a fan of hostels ... ... The building is not particularly attractive and the rooms are basic and afford no good views ... However, the beds are comfortable, the many bathrooms/shower rooms are newly equipped and excellent, the kitchens are great, the dinning room large & practical, and the lounge very comfortable and equipped with board games & books along with comfy settees. The hostel is a few minutes walk into the centre of town and just a mile from a lovely swimming beach at Scapa where I swam every morning, except for a couple of mornings when I drove a little further to Inganess Beach which is beautiful. For me, so much nicer than a posh hotel because you can cook & eat at any time and fellow visitors always seem relaxed, friendly & chatty ... you just seem to get a much better class of person in a Scottish hostel!"
Mark 7-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The manager Bryce gave us excellent recommendations for dights to see at the south end of the island and where to park on a weekend in Kirkwall. Such a unique setting and quiet."
Susan 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Sands Hotel
Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews

10/10 Excellent
"A beautiful place to stay when visiting Orkney. Ideal location to get to all the sights. Accommodation was perfect and Albert and Aileen couldnโ€™t have been more friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"
Lesley 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Grainbank Mews
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Such attentive, friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble and a great breakfast!"
Duncan 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Royal Oak Guest House

More cheap stays in Kirkwall

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland
RM361
RM433 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges

White Bridge, Scarfskerry Thurso Scotland
RM585
RM709 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Celtic Lodges
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
RM699
RM839 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
Royal Oak Guest House
West End Guest House

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland
RM722
RM866 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
West End Guest House
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
RM736
RM883 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7/10 Good! (94 reviews)
The Stromness Hotel
The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland
RM999
RM1,199 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
The Sands Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kirkwall?
Based on our traveller data, The Ayre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices for your trip include Albert Hotel and The Shore. 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 The Orkney Hotel and Kirkwall Youth Hostel. 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 37 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 Peedie Sea. 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 13ยฐC, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7ยฐC. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 1080 mm.