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The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal."
Canada
Gered
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
The Royal Hotel Stromness
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$211
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Front of property

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (84 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

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (228 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$121
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
The Ayre Hotel
Restaurant

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (174 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want. "
United Kingdom
Lewis
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
The Shore
Fireplace

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (267 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."
Canada
Gered
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Albert Hotel
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$274
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
The Orkney Hotel
Beach nearby

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
7.8 out of 10, Good, (42 reviews)
"If you are visiting Kirkwall do not hesitate to stay in this wonderful hostel"
United Kingdom
Chris
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Free daily full breakfast

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$180
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Karrawa Guest House
Dining

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Wonderful warm family atmosphere, great renovated rooms, excellent breakfast. Good location with a short walk to the center of Kirkwall and convenient parking. "
Canada
james
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Royal Oak Guest House
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$168
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Grainbank Mews
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Trumland House

You can find out about the history of Rousay with a stop at Trumland House. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's hot springs.
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Midhowe Broch

You can find out about the history of Rousay with a visit to Midhowe Broch. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.
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Learn more about Rousay

Explore quaint Rousay: its archaeology, ruins, beaches and more!

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Westness and Eynhallow Sound With the island of Eynhallow to the left, and Costa Hill on Mainland, beyond. This side of Rousay is relatively sheltered, and quite wooded as a consequence.
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Top Rousay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Rousay

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were excellent - on booking in we were moved to the apartments as there was a coach party in. Very friendly "
stewart 3-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
The Ayre Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Rousay

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is AU$113 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$113
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Rousay?
The Ayre Hotel, located 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from the heart of Rousay, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your trip to the area are Albert Hotel and The Stromness Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Rousay.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Rousay has to offer?
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: This holiday home rental outside of Rousay 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. See all vacation rentals in Rousay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rousay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Rousay.
What's it like to stay in Rousay?
Visitors can enjoy all that Rousay has to offer, including the waterfront and monuments. Tourists to the city can also enjoy its small-town vibe. There are 66 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Rousay.
What should I do while I'm visiting Rousay?
Landmarks like Trumland House, Prehistoric Sites and Midhowe Cairn might be worth a visit. Additionally, you might want to add Midhowe Broch to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Rousay guide.
What's the weather like in Rousay?
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 Rousay is 1080 mm.

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