Boutique Hotels & Resorts in Kirkwall

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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 AU$177
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 AU$287
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Sands 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
Restaurant
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 AU$231
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Shore
Sports bar
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 AU$367
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Fireplace
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 AU$230
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Albert Hotel
Exterior
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (223)
"Staff were very good, happy to help!"
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
The Ayre Hotel
Bar (on property)
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 AU$272
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Orkney Hotel
Exterior
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 AU$161
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Grainbank Mews
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View
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 AU$187
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Celtic Lodges
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see and do in Kirkwall?
Enjoy the great selection of bars while you're in the area. Activities and attractions to experience around Kirkwall include Orkney Museum, Highland Park Distillery and Stromness Museum. You might also like to explore more of the area and take in additional sights like Scapa Beach, Scapa Distillery and Corrigall Farm Museum while you're here.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Kirkwall?
Having a good idea of the weather in Kirkwall is important when planning your trip. 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.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Kirkwall?
You have a few options for travelling to and around Kirkwall. The closest major airport is Kirkwall (KOI), which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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