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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
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Karrawa Guest House
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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 price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
The Stromness Hotel
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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$154
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
The Ayre 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$380
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
The Royal Hotel Stromness
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$224
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 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$230
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
The Shore
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$280
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
The Orkney 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$192
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Royal Oak Guest House
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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$167
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Grainbank Mews
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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$248
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
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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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Prehistoric Sites

Find out about the history of Rousay with a stop at Prehistoric Sites. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's countryside.
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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
"Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room."
Duncan 5-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Ayre Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Rousay

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
The price is AU$149 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$149
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
6.8/10 (83 reviews)

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 Shore. 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 56 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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