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Our top choices for Kirkwall hotels

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Fireplace

1. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!"
United Kingdom
Cynthia
The price is RM815
RM978 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Albert Hotel
Exterior

2. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (259 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel great location in Orkney and good food"
United States
James
The price is RM566
RM679 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Ayre Hotel
Dining

3. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is RM722
RM866 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Royal Oak Guest House
Restaurant

4. The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (183 reviews)
"Grateful for the clean, tastefully decorated room in a great location (downtown waterfront). It's an older building so it can be a bit noisy - particularly as the patrons in other rooms come in for the evening and get going in the morning. "
Canada
Cheryl
The price is RM613
RM1,192 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Shore
Bar (on property)

5. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (79 reviews)
"Clean room, modern furnishings, nice towels and linens. Excellent breakfast and personable waiter."
United States
Jonathan
The price is RM792
RM951 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
The Orkney Hotel
Garden

6. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"It worked out great for our overnight stay on Orkney. Dinner was very good and breakfast hit the spot."
Canada
tony
The price is RM995
RM1,194 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
The Sands Hotel
Sports bar

7. The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"This hotel was very convenient for a stay off the ferry from Scrabster. It was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful."
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is RM946
RM1,136 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Royal Hotel Stromness
View from property

8. Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (177 reviews)
"Restaurant quality food in the pub and great selection of drinks was an added bonus."
United Kingdom
Roger
The price is RM897
RM1,076 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Ferry Inn Stromness
Front of property

9. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (92 reviews)
"While my room was chilly, it was perfect for sleeping. Reception was warm & welcoming. The full breakfast was wonderful!"
United States
MAUREEN
The price is RM792
RM951 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
The Stromness Hotel
Beach nearby

10. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"Clean room and commons nice location."
United States
Shawn
The price is RM391
RM470 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Exterior

11. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
1.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great little place, in a great little village. Easy access to the Orkneys. Robertson's Pub is a local place with good food an atmosphere, just around the corner."
United States
Neil
The price is RM434
RM521 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Anchorage
Free daily full breakfast

12. Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (129 reviews)
"Very friendly hosts, breakfast was very good. Good location."
United States
Karen
The price is RM675
RM810 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Karrawa Guest House
Exterior

13. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The room was spotless, very friendly staff,close to town centre. "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is RM652
RM782 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Grainbank Mews
Front of property

14. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Excellent stay felt like a home from home Delicious freshly made breakfasts "
United Kingdom
david
The price is RM562
RM674 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Exterior

15. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (158 reviews)
"Great place to stay right at the end of the bus route that crosses the islands. Really good restaurant (especially for fish lovers!), super friendly and helpful staff, convenient for the Pentland Ferry - whatā€™s not to like !"
United Kingdom
Tim
The price is RM408
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Murray Arms Hotel
Outdoor dining

16. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"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...
United Kingdom
Tanya
The price is RM720
RM864 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
West End Guest House
Exterior

17. The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Thurso
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"We had a great stay last night, friendly staff and great room. Would definitely stay here again!"
United Kingdom
Stefan
The price is RM543
RM652 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
Interior

18. Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
3.0 star property
Dounby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"Very nice owners with quiet rooms and good breakfast."
United States
Ronald
The price is RM680
RM816 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Smithfield guesthouse
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

19. Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Perfect host and property"
United Kingdom
Russell
The price is RM695
RM841 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Celtic Lodges
Exterior

20. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
3.0 star property
Orphir
The price is RM1,910
RM2,292 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
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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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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 Anchorage

The Anchorage

10/10 Excellent
"Great little place, in a great little village. Easy access to the Orkneys. Robertson's Pub is a local place with good food an atmosphere, just around the corner."
Neil 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Anchorage

More cheap stays in Kirkwall

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is RM391 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
RM391
RM470 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (46 reviews)

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 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 Distillery. 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 13Ā°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7Ā°C. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 1080 mm.