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Royal Oak Guesthouse

Orkney

Royal Oak Guesthouse enjoys a location in Orkney, 1.4 miles from Scapa Beach and 11 miles from Maeshowe. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

I
Ian
From
United Kingdom
Very friendly, welcoming host who was keen to help with advice about places to go, things to do and accommodate all our requests (eg Gluten free breakfast) with a cheerful disposition. The facilities were spotlessly clean and the location was ideally situated for our needs, although for others it might be a little too far out of the main centre of town. Having a safe space to park our car was also very much appreciated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
Price from
$205.67
1 night, 2 adults

Rymmon Retreat

Orkney

Offering a garden, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodations in Orkney. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

L
Lori
From
Canada
Remote location was great, beautiful views. Had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
$133.22
1 night, 2 adults

33 Liberator Drive, Kirkwall

Orkney

33 Liberator Drive, Kirkwall offers accommodations in Orkney, 10 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 10 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$227.04
1 night, 2 adults

Esviken 2 in heart of Kirkwall

Orkney

Esviken 2 in heart of Kirkwall offers accommodations in Orkney, 10 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray and 11 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

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PK
From
United States
It is a delightful place, homey, comfortable, clean, loved the artwork and extra touches. It is located very close to heart of the city so we could walk most places. It is a perfect place to stay and take day trips to the amazing neolithic sites on Orkney. We were lucky to meet our hosts who were lovely and gave us all sorts of tips about Kirkwall and places to see.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
$171.28
1 night, 2 adults

Berstane Lodges

Orkney

Located in Orkney, Berstane Lodges provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The accommodations feature a hot tub.

A
Ann
From
United Kingdom
The pod is beautifully presented and maintained with all the facilities, comforts, and treats necessary for a multi-day visit. The hot tub on the deck overlooking Kirkwall and the water in the distance is absolutely wonderful and very private.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
Price from
$330.55
1 night, 2 adults

Valhaven Apartment 1

Orkney

Valhaven Apartment 1 is located in Orkney, just 25 miles from Maeshowe and 26 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
$90.82
1 night, 2 adults

Esviken in heart of Kirkwall

Orkney

Esviken in heart of Kirkwall offers accommodations in Orkney, 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar. The air-conditioned accommodation is 10 miles from Maeshowe.

D
David
From
United Kingdom
Good location short walk to all amenities. Host left a pile of goodies.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$132.22
1 night, 2 adults

Withi-Gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views

Stromness (Near Orkney)

Withi-Gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views is located in Stromness, just 2.4 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 2.6 miles from Maeshowe.

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Ashland
From
United States
It was the best place to stay: great location, beautiful decor, well equipped kitchen, wonderful hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$190.21
1 night, 2 adults

Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Kirkwall (Near Orkney)

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbor. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi.

G
Gravitz
From
United States
The continent breakfast was very nice, and the croissants were fresh and very tasty.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews
Price from
$156.26
1 night, 2 adults

The Royal Hotel

Stromness (Near Orkney)

Located in Stromness and with Standing Stones of Stenness reachable within 5.3 miles, The Royal Hotel provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

J
Jeffery
From
Canada
Great location. Beautiful room. Excellent breakfast. Quiet. Clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
$264.44
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews

Located on the shore of Harray Loch and family-run for over 30 years, the Merkister Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness.

From $200.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast offers accommodations in Stromness, 4.2 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 4.6 miles from Maeshowe.

From $165.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Madras cottage Orkney offers accommodations in Harray, 4.1 miles from Maeshowe and 6.1 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Mara Lodge B&B in Dounby provides accommodations with a garden and a shared lounge. This homestay offers free private parking, bicycle parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Evas Howe Lodge is located in Orkney, just 6.5 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 7.6 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. Offering a garden, the property is located within 6.4 miles of Maeshowe.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

Featuring garden views, Runa Guest House in Twatt provides accommodations and a garden. The guest house, set in a building dating back to 1985, features free Wifi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Providing sea views, Cottiscarth Cottages in Finstown provides accommodations and a garden. There's a private entrance at the vacation home for the convenience of those who stay.

Binnaquoy

Hotel in Orkney
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

A recently renovated vacation home, Binnaquoy offers accommodations in Orkney. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Hotels located in the center of Orkney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Featuring sea views, Viking's View BnB in Orkney offers accommodations and a garden. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, room service, and free Wifi. Guests can enjoy garden views.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Featuring a garden, Franklin's View features accommodations in Orkney. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub is a recently renovated vacation home in Orkney where guests can make the most of the garden and terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

The Studio is located in Orkney, just 5.5 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.7 miles from Maeshowe. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Riff Farmhouse, ideal for exploring Orkney offers accommodations in Orkney, 8.8 miles from Maeshowe and 10 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1 review

15 Queen Elizabeth Way, Kirkwall is located in Orkney, just 9.1 miles from Maeshowe and 10 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Peedie Orkney Cottage offers accommodations in Orkney, a 15-minute walk from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe. A hot tub and a bicycle rental service are available for guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Home from home - 19 Pickaquoy Drive, Kirkwall is located in Orkney, just 10 miles from Maeshowe and 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Budget hotels in Orkney and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Utkanten offers accommodations in Stromness, 4.5 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 4.6 miles from Maeshowe.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Nether Onston Cottage offers accommodations in Stenness, 1.7 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 2.2 miles from Maeshowe.

Quina Holiday Home offers accommodations in Finstown, 4.5 miles from Maeshowe and 5.4 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Offering a garden, Orkney Staycations - Thorvald features accommodations in Finstown. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Lochview offers accommodations in Swannay, 15 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 15 miles from Maeshowe. This apartment provides free private parking and luggage storage space.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Kevara Shepherds Hut offers accommodations in Finstown, 5 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 4.3 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Kevara Self-Catering offers accommodations in Finstown, 3.1 miles from Maeshowe and 4 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Morvin Self-Catering is located in Finstown, just 5 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 4.4 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

What Guests Said About Orkney:

8.0

great place to visit with lots to see and do but beware of...

great place to visit with lots to see and do but beware of the weather , autumn storms meant we had to stay longer than planned , was made easier by Lorraine at Polrudden allowing us to stay for 2 extra nights
Guest review by
colin
United Kingdom
10

Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical...

Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical environment with something to interest everyone - including history, archaeology, wildlife, fishing, walking, beautiful beaches and other landscapes. Kirkwall and Stromness are exceptional for sightseeing and Orcadians are so friendly and genuine.
Guest review by
Ronald
United Kingdom
10

We stayed for three nights after eleven on Shetland.

We stayed for three nights after eleven on Shetland. We found great gluten free eating options in Kirkwall (I will review on Find me Gluten Free). We arrived very late on Friday. Saturday we spent in the many museums, historic buildings, galleries and shops of Kirkwall. We did one day trip by bus and ferryl to the excellent Sccapa Flow museum. Unfortunately the only day we had to do this was Sunday, when the buses are infrequent, so we had to spend most of the day at Scarpa Flow. On the monday, we were on the late night ferry to Aberdeen, and could not stay or leave our luggage in the apartment. So we hired a car - and visited the prehistoric monuments and the museum in Stromness before spending some at Scapa Beach. We ate in The Storehouse restaurant, which was really hospitable and the food was amazing, then getting a taxi to the ferry termina. We had visited a couple of islands in Orkney before, but this was our first time in these parts - we will bve back!
Guest review by
Pat
United Kingdom
10

Historical sites-Skara Brae, Tomb of the Eagles, Brough of...

Historical sites-Skara Brae, Tomb of the Eagles, Brough of Birsay, Ring of Brodgar and Stenness Standing stones are all amazing. Go to Hoy and visit (or stay at!) the Cantick Head Lighthouse and hike The Old Man of Hoy.
Guest review by
Jon
10

Great coastal hikes. Unbelievable archaeology.

Great coastal hikes. Unbelievable archaeology. Mellow people. Decent public transportation on Mainland. Long, rich history. Beautiful place. Good charity shops and much locally made jewelry. Welcoming services at the cathedral and the Catholic Church. Good restaurants, but suggest you make reservations in advance.
Guest review by
Beth
United States
10

The Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel are wonderful...

The Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel are wonderful and full of fascinating wartime history. Maeshowe was a great visit with the commentary from our guide full of humour and interest. Ring of Brodgar and Stenness - atmospheric - as was Skara Brae. The St Magnus Cafe in Kirkwall is a great, casual eating place and the Ayre Hotel for something more formal - both with very good food.
Guest review by
Isobel
United Kingdom

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Great location near the ferry, with nearby on street parking. The staff were super-friendly and helpful. The bed was extremely comfortable and the room was quiet. I slept VERY well. The hostel is attached to a hotel with a great seafood restaurant. St Margaret's Hope itself is a lovely place and the local area is astoundingly beautiful. Kirkwall is less than a half hour drive away.
Guest review by
Jane
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
The apartment was in a perfect location for exploring Orkney. The hosts had thought of nice little touches like coffee, tea and hot chocolate were provided. The apartment has a well-equipped kitchen, very comfortable beds and furnishings. The apartment has parking onsite which was great. Would definitely recommend to any travellers.
Guest review by
Jacqueline
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
Orkney Fudge as a welcome to guests. Everything very clean, warm & comfy. Well equipped kitchen. Excellent folder of info about appliances etc. Washing machine & tumble dryer very useful. Quiet location but not far from centre of Kirkwall.
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Moyra
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Quiet location yet close to the cathedral and centre. A purpose built home for the elderly proved ideal as a self catering unit. Gina responded quickly to my messages. Haeli proved an ideal base for our cycle exploration of Orkney.
Guest review by
Rob
United Kingdom
From $113.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews
We like St Margarets Hope & so it is our preferred location when staying on mainland Orkney. Apartment had everthing we required including being able to cook a bit & get our clothes washed. Comfy bed & a good shower.
Guest review by
Peter
United Kingdom