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Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."
United Kingdom
Matthew Simon
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Karrawa Guest House
Garden

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking"
United States
Ben D
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
The Sands Hotel
Sports bar

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"Very convenient to the ferry and all the shops. "
United States
Robert
The price is AU$378
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Bar (on property)

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (75 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place"
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
The Orkney Hotel
Exterior

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
"The staff at the Ayre were wonderful: warm, friendly, helpful, attentive. The room was ok, nothing special. Menu in the restaurant/pub was ok, nothing special. We were there over the New Year, stayed for 7 days... Again, the staff were wonderful!"
United States
Bree
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
The Ayre Hotel
Fireplace

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264 reviews)
"Great hotel with good food and pub full of atmosphere "
Canada
Hugh
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Albert Hotel
Restaurant

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173 reviews)
"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"
United States
Bill
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Shore
Front of property

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (83 reviews)
"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
Exterior

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Grainbank Mews
Exterior

Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Harriet
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Murray Arms Hotel
Dining

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Royal Oak Guest House
Front of property

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Beautiful place with great hosts"
United States
LINDA
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"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$195
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Celtic Lodges
Living room

The Steading

The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is AU$2,030
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
The Steading
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Stay near popular Kirkwall attractions

St. Magnus Cathedral showing 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 building ruins, heritage elements and a castle

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

Recent Reviews in Kirkwall

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room."
Duncan 5-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Ayre Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Kirkwall

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is AU$193 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$193
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kirkwall?
Albert Hotel is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Reviews from our site also recommend The Ayre Hotel and The Orkney Hotel as top choices for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kirkwall.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Kirkwall has to offer?
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: This highly rated holiday home rental in Kirkwall has laundry facilities and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. Our travellers also rate Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub as a favourite home for rent in Kirkwall. See all 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 22 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 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 1080 mm.

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