𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Birsay from RM372 (2026) - Fully Refundable Options

A coastal landscape with a lighthouse on a grassy hill, calm sea, and clear sky.

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A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a front porch with a bench.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A kitchen counter with various food items and kitchenware, including a fruit bowl, a juice container, and a container of Greek yogurt.

A living room with a blue sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a television.

1. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

RM557

RM669 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

A harbor with boats docked, a crane, and a building with a flat roof.

A room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.

2. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

Hamish

RM469

RM563 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

A billiards room with tables, chairs, and a bar area with patrons.

A pool table in a bar area with wooden flooring and green walls.

3. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Carolyn

RM344

RM412 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.

A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.

4. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

RM696

RM836 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.

A stone building with a sign for the Albright Hotel.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

5. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Debra

RM567

RM681 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.

A restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

A hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.

6. The Shore

Kirkwall

"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

RM299

RM811 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A living room with a sofa, television, fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A dark-colored sectional sofa with two pillows, a remote control on a small table, and a window with patterned curtains.

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

Kirkwall

RM737

RM884 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a door with the number 3.

A detailed pencil drawing of a brick building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a door.

A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.

8. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

RM535

RM642 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a clock on the wall, and a view through the windows.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

A room with a desk, a chair, a bulletin board with notices, a mirror, and a door.

9. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

F David

RM593

RM712 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork above it, and a potted plant to the right.

A sign for Karrawa Guest House, indicating no vacancies, fully ensuited, with WiFi and guest parking, and located at the entrance on Inganness Road.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

10. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Gerald

RM397

RM477 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

11. West End Guest House

Kirkwall

"A very friendly welcome, they were happy to accommodate our very late (11.30pm) arrival after we travelled there on the ferry. The owners have recently taken it over and in the last few weeks completed an overhaul of the bar/restaurant area which looks lovely. We didn't try the evening meals but the breakfasts were phenomenal, a proper Scottish breakfast that really sets you up for the day. Very friendly hosts helped us to work out what to do during the day and suggested good walks and so...

Tanya

RM310

RM372 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A small building with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a window.

A room with a metal-framed bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a stone wall, and a bed with a floral duvet.

A gated area with a dog, a metal staircase, and a building with a sign.

A room with two beds, a fireplace, a chair, and a radiator.

12. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

Orphir

RM632

RM758 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Stay near popular Birsay attractions

Brough of Birsay

9.4/10 (20 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Birsay with a visit to Brough of Birsay. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Birsay. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

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Earl's Palace

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

Find out about the history of Birsay when you spend time at Earl's Palace. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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Barony Mills

Find out about the history of Birsay when you spend time at Barony Mills. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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Come to Birsay and enjoy its ruins, boating and beaches.

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The ruins of a medieval castle with a grassy courtyard, stone walls, and a clear sky.

Top Birsay Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, central to everything and easy to get to from the North Link Ferry. Orkney is lovely and the people wonderful IF you stop and listen. Will be back."

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, clean and conveniently located. Breakfast was great and the owners were incredibly helpful. Really enjoyed my stay."

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staff really friendly and helpful, nice quiet room as we had our dog. Lovely breakfast."

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful staff!"

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable rooms, great breakfasts"

Stromness Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Property was as expected. Very convenient for our 3 day stay."

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"The owner was so warm, hospitable, and willing to help with any problems I had. He really went out t of his way to make me feel comfortable and cared for. Breakfast was wonderful---lots of hotels and cold choices in a clean, cozy breakfast room. Parking lot was easy to enter and leave with ample space for all cars."

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

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!"

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West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

RM310

RM372 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

RM469

RM563 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

RM593

RM712 total

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

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8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

Garden House Rooms

New Scapa Rd Kirkwall Scotland

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Ayre Hotel

Ayre Road Kirkwall SCT

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Birsay?

Located 16 mi (25.8 km) from the heart of Birsay, The Ayre Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are The Stromness Hotel and Albert Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Birsay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Birsay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Birsay.

What is staying in Birsay like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Birsay has to offer, including the hot springs, local tours and monuments. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its beaches. There are 67 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Birsay.

What should I see while I'm in Birsay?

Landmarks like Brough of Birsay, Earl's Palace and Barony Mills might be worth a visit. Additionally, you might want to add Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Birsay guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Birsay?

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 Birsay is 1080 mm.

Birsay hotels from RM372

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Our top choices for Birsay hotels

1. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

2. The Stromness Hotel

3. The Ayre Hotel

4. The Orkney Hotel

5. Albert Hotel

6. The Shore

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

8. Grainbank Mews

9. Royal Oak Guest House

10. Karrawa Guest House

11. West End Guest House

12. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

Stay near popular Birsay attractions

Brough of Birsay

Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Earl's Palace

Barony Mills

Learn more about Birsay

Top Birsay Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

The Orkney Hotel

Ferry Inn Stromness

Karrawa Guest House

Stromness Apartments

Royal Oak Guest House

West End Guest House

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

More cheap stays in Birsay

West End Guest House

The Stromness Hotel

Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Garden House Rooms

Ayre Hotel

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