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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.

J
Jun
From
China
Alice and Eric are very friendly and helpful! The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful! Would come back again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
Price from
$205.81
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.

M
Michael
From
Austria
It is perfectly located. The surroundings look stunning and the lodge is beautiful. Also Sarah was super responsive and friendly. She replied to all our questions super fast and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
$133.31
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 10.0
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$227.20
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.

P
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, 32 reviews
Price from
$171.40
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.

J
James
From
United States
This is a curated experience by the hostess, and it is superior.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews
Price from
$330.77
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
$90.88
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.

K
Kristi
From
Canada
Good location. Spacious and spotless with well equipped kitchen. Host was very helpful when I had some trouble with location. Once settled, we realized how well situated we were to town centre, grocery stores and restaurants. I would highly recommend this accommodation. The space would be especially appreciated for long stays.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$132.31
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.

A
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
$190.34
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.

S
Sevena
From
Ireland
Good location, clean and modern furniture/bathroom/living room in the apartment. Friendly staff. Good parking.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,056 reviews
Price from
$156.36
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 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
$264.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels located in the center of Orkney

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 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.

  • Binnaquoy

    Hotel in Orkney
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 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 10.0
    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.

Budget hotels in Orkney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 37 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, 9 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 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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, 55 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Orkney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 217 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.

  • 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 $165.72 per night
  • Lochview

    Hotel in Swannay
    Breakfast options
    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 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 57 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, 101 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, 47 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    A recently renovated vacation home, 8 Jib Park, Orkney Islands offers accommodations in Finstown. This vacation home provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Howe Holiday homes in Stromness features accommodations and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking.

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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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
  • 10.0

    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 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
    Room with 2 beds, TV, kettle and en suite. Down the coridoor a fully fitted out kitchen and dining room with microwave, hob, kettle, fridge, toaster, iron and ironing board. Brilliant value. And it is central to Mainland orkney, so evrything was a mximum of 18 miles away. And on top of all that, Tesco, Lidl a 3 minute walk away. St Magnus Cathedral 10 minutes walk away.
    Guest review by
    Neil
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
    This is a beautiful house in a lovely location. We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a great base for both the ferry to mainland Scotland and to other areas around the island of Orkney. The house is very clean and very comfy. We had a lovely nice sleep. Teresa and Malcom are lovely hosts. Very friendly and helpful. Thank you very much.
    Guest review by
    Donna
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
    Franklyn's view made an excellent base for a stay on Orkney. It was comfortable and well positioned in Stromness with a view over the Harbour. There is plenty of space in the house for relaxing and all of the facilities for cooking etc. are very good.
    Guest review by
    Peter
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews
    Clean, modern, and spacious. Lots of Orkney specific decor, which made it unique. It felt like home from home, and I would highly recommend this wee hoose x
    Guest review by
    Jesper
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews
    Orkney is fabulous
    Guest review by
    James
    United Kingdom