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Our top choices for Orkney hotels

West End Guest House

West End Guest House
3.0 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 AU$300
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
West End Guest House

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 AU$423
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
The Sands Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (256 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel great location in Orkney and good food"
United States
James
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Ayre Hotel

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (182 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 AU$486
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
The Shore

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (284 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!"
United Kingdom
Cynthia
The price is AU$385
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
Albert Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (78 reviews)
"Clean room, modern furnishings, nice towels and linens. Excellent breakfast and personable waiter."
United States
Jonathan
The price is AU$337
includes taxes & fees
16 July - 17 July
The Orkney Hotel

The Steading

The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is AU$3,222
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Steading

The Anchorage

The Anchorage
1.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room in a quaint village with driving access to beautiful and interesting sites. The shared kitchen and dining area was great."
United States
Susan
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
The Anchorage

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (44 reviews)
"If you are visiting Kirkwall do not hesitate to stay in this wonderful hostel"
United Kingdom
Chris
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Very friendly hosts, breakfast was very good. Good location."
United States
Karen
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Karrawa Guest House

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The room was spotless, very friendly staff,close to town centre. "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Grainbank Mews

Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (154 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, fantastic seafood. "
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Murray Arms Hotel

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 AU$298
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Royal Oak Guest House
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Orkney?
The Ayre Hotel, located 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from the heart of Orkney, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your visit to the area are Albert Hotel and The Shore. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Orkney.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Orkney has to offer?
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: This holiday home rental outside of Orkney has laundry facilities and a Smart TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and an electric kettle. See all vacation rentals in Orkney.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Orkney, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Orkney.
How is it to stay in Orkney?
Visitors to Orkney will definitely find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 62 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Orkney.
What should I do while I'm visiting Orkney?
Places to visit in the wider area include Highland Park Distillery, Orkney Museum and Scapa Distillery. You'll also find Standing Stones of Stenness and Italian Chapel in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Orkney guide.
What's the weather like in Orkney?
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 Orkney is 1080 mm.