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Royal Oak Guesthouse

Orkney

Royal Oak Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Orkney, 2.3 km from Scapa Beach, 17 km from Maeshowe, as well as 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

H
Heming
From
Canada
Great newer updated Guesthouse with comfortable and modern rooms, nice lounge for guests and a wonderful made to order breakfast. The owners have embraced smart home and energy saving technology features making the stay easy for those of us travelling. One of the best places we have stayed in over the last several weeks of traveling!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Location 9.1
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US$207.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Esviken 2 in heart of Kirkwall

Orkney

Offering a garden and garden view, Esviken 2 in heart of Kirkwall is set in Orkney, 16 km from Maeshowe and 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

P
Patricia
From
Australia
A home away from home with everything you could need (including a toothbrush if you have forgotten yours). Highly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$173.08
1 night, 2 adults
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Berstane Lodges

Orkney

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

M
Martha
From
Netherlands
Location, modernity & convenience. All facilities were available. Friendly dedicated owner. Stylishly designed. Felt homely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
Location 9.7
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US$334.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Valhaven Apartment 1

Orkney

Located 41 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 43 km from Ring of Brogdar and 7.2 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray, Valhaven Apartment 1 provides accommodation set in Orkney.

H
Heather
From
United Kingdom
The apartment was spacious, very clean and warm with plenty of facilities to cook with. The log fire was lovely to light with wood and kindling provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$154.86
1 night, 2 adults
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Esviken in heart of Kirkwall

Orkney

Located in Orkney, 16 km from Maeshowe and 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Esviken in heart of Kirkwall offers air conditioning.

N
Nigel
From
United Kingdom
Very clean and tidy nice welcome Really comfortable In town centre Parking round the corner
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$133.61
1 night, 2 adults
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Withi-Gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views

Stromness (Near Orkney)

Offering a garden and garden view, Withi-Gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views is situated in Stromness, 4.2 km from Maeshowe and 5.5 km from Ring of Brogdar.

E
Elaine
From
United Kingdom
I loved the location of the property about 10/ 20 minutes drive from most of the historic sites we wanted to see. The house is about 10 minutes drive outside Stromness in a very quiet location, by a quiet roadside. The owner Simon was so friendly and couldn't have been more helpful and he responded to our requests for information immediately. The house has everything you need and was comfortable, warm and spotless and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the property. Love Orkney and thank you Simon for all the info and suggestions for spectacular walks, we even saw puffins at Brough of Birsay and enjoyed a delicious lunch in the Standing Stones Hotel listening to the Birsay boys play in the folk festival! Hope to return one day to explore the islands further.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Location 10.0
Price from
US$192.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Smithfield Guesthouse

Dounby (Near Orkney)

Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Guesthouse offers 3-star accommodation with free parking. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

r
ricdt
From
New Zealand
A very pleasant stay, so peaceful and quiet. Good amenities, nice big room. Very conveniently located across the street from supermarket and petrol pumps. A bus stop right next door. Close to major northerly attractions. About 20min drive from Kirkwall. A beautiful big breakfast included was excellent value.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
Location 8.4
Price from
US$225.04
1 night, 2 adults
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Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Kirkwall (Near Orkney)

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

A
Anna
From
Poland
Very good localisation. Big parking . Nice breakfast. Good restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
Location 9.3
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US$175.44
1 night, 2 adults
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The Royal Hotel

Stromness (Near Orkney)

Located in Stromness and with Standing Stones of Stenness reachable within 8.5 km, The Royal Hotel provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

K
Karen
From
United Kingdom
Amazing room. Fantastic breakfast with the chef cooking a perfect fried egg for a very fussy person and amazing porridge with rhubarb compote.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$267.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Albert Hotel

Kirkwall (Near Orkney)

Featuring a bar, Albert Hotel is located in Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands region, 16 km from Maeshowe and 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness. This 3-star hotel offers room service.

C
Colin
From
Australia
The style and decoration of the hotel were lovely and useful. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was very clean. The staff was very thoughtful and kind.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$217.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget hotels in Orkney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 216 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 US$236.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Boasting lake views, Madras cottage Orkney features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 6.7 km from Maeshowe. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Mara Lodge B&B offers a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 10 km of Maeshowe and 12 km of Standing Stones of Stenness.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews

    Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Guesthouse offers 3-star accommodation with free parking. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Evas Howe Lodge is set in Orkney, 10 km from Maeshowe and 11 km from Ring of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Situated in Twatt and only 13 km from Ring of Brogdar, Runa Guest House features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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

    Located in Finstown and only 11 km from Maeshowe, Cottiscarth Cottages provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home located in Orkney, Binnaquoy features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

Best hotels with breakfast in Orkney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Lilly's Lodges Orkney Butterfly Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 10 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

    Boasting sea views, Lilly's Lodges Orkney Hedgehog Lodge provides accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 10 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Utkanten, a property with a garden, is situated in Stromness, 7.5 km from Maeshowe, 8.8 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 7.7 km from Ness of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

    Offering garden views, Nether Onston Cottage is an accommodation situated in Stenness, 3.5 km from Maeshowe and 4.3 km from Ring of Brogdar.

  • Situated in Finstown and only 7.2 km from Maeshowe, Quina Holiday Home features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Set in Finstown and only 4.5 km from Maeshowe, Orkney Staycations - Thorvald offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Lochview

    Hotel in Swannay
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Offering a garden and lake view, Lochview is located in Swannay, 24 km from Maeshowe and 26 km from Standing Stones of Stenness. This apartment provides free private parking and luggage storage space.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Kevara Shepherds Hut is situated in Finstown, 7 km from Ness of Brogdar, 17 km from Skara Brae, as well as 27 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

Hotels located in the centre of Orkney

  • Kisumu

    Hotel in Orkney
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Located in Orkney and only 6.1 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Kisumu provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

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

    Featuring garden views, Franklin's View offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 9 km from Maeshowe.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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

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

    Offering inner courtyard views, The Studio is an accommodation situated in Orkney, 9.2 km from Maeshowe and 10 km from Ring of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Orkney and only 14 km from Maeshowe, Riff Farmhouse, ideal for exploring Orkney offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    The Taversoe has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Orkney. This 3-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. The hotel also features free WiFi and free private parking.

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

    15 Queen Elizabeth Way, Kirkwall, a property with a garden, is situated in Orkney, 16 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 18 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Ness of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring a hot tub, Peedie Orkney Cottage is set in Orkney. This holiday home offers free private parking and private check-in and check-out.

What guests said about Orkney:

  • 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
  • 10.0

    In our 2.5 day stay, we made every moment count.

    In our 2.5 day stay, we made every moment count. This is a beautiful place with majestic geologic features, beautiful landscapes with rolling hills of green lush grass and speckled with sheep (and lambs in May) and cattle (calves in May) and rock walls everywhere. We visited many neolithic sites, including Skara Brae and surrounding sites, all of which were an incredible historical markers, a kind of time travel experience. Visiting the Orkneys is an experience of a lifetime.
    Guest review by
    PK
    United States

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  • The Quarters, Kirkwall

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    The location was ideal and allowed us to easily explore Kirkwall and then also visit nearby places using the bus service, which was excellent and close by. Everything was in walking distance including take aways, supermarkets and a leisure centre with a cinema. The house itself was perfect for our stay and the lovely touch of providing bread, butter, milk and even some Orkney Fudge on arrival, added to its charm!
    Guest review by
    Jennifer
    United Kingdom

  • Northlight Apartments - The Loom

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
    This is a beautiful apartment in an historic building in Kirkwall. Karen met us when we arrived and showed us around . It is beautifully furnished and very comfortable. It was also really quiet despite being in the centre of town just 2 minutes walk from the shops. The parking was easy and it was a lovely space to come back to after each day's adventures on Orkney.
    Guest review by
    Freya
    United Kingdom

  • Victoria Cottage, Victoria Road, Kirkwall

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews
    Loved the house everything you need in kitchen excellent shower super comfy beds clean and well decorated nicely furnished throughout garden area aswell, cant fault it at all, will be booking up to stay again next year, much more homely than hotels , host left us a nice welcome pack of orkney goodies and milk for that much needed cuppa after long journey.
    Guest review by
    jill
    United Kingdom

  • Royal Oak Guesthouse

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
    Fabulous stay. Spacious bedroom, the communal kitchen has good facilities, excellent breakfasts. The hosts were very attentive. Best of all, the hosts took time in helping us choose which areas and attractions in Orkney to visit. As a result we had the most wonderful time with our sightseeing, and really enjoyed our holiday in the Orkneys.
    Guest review by
    Este
    South Africa

  • Viking's View BnB

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
    The view from our windows to the bay and ocean was fantastic.. The host was wonderful and provided a lovely breakfast.. I would truly recommend this BmB and would love to come back to the Orkney Islands.
    Guest review by
    Michelle
    Australia