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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
Hans
From
Netherlands
We had a very pleasant stay at the Royal Oak guesthouse. The room was clean and comfortable. Alice and Eric were very nice and helpful. Eric helped me fix a problem with my bicycle which was stored safely in the garage. The breakfast was a treat and we were able to get a washing done. We will surely return when we are in the neighborhood.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
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US$191.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Rymmon Retreat

Orkney

Boasting lake views, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 24 km from Maeshowe. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

C
Chin Biu
From
Hong Kong
Quiet and Peaceful. Clean and Comfortable. Fantastic View at Sunset Time. Soft and Relax Living Room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
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US$133.85
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, 29 reviews
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US$172.09
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.

A
Andrew
From
United Kingdom
Excellent facilities, comfy, all modern and brand new and had everything I needed for my stay. Superb location, quiet but just a short trip into town and was an excellent base for exploring Orkney. The lovely host Dorothy welcomed me when I arrived, and the locally made cheese, biscuits and shortbread were great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
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US$332.11
1 night, 2 adults
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1 Taits Flat

Orkney

Situated 41 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 43 km from Ring of Brogdar and 7.4 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray, 1 Taits Flat features accommodation set in Orkney.

R
Roddy
From
United Kingdom
Excellent flat, great location, excellent facilities, peace n quiet was great!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
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US$107.35
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
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US$153.98
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
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US$132.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Merkister Hotel

Harray (Near Orkney)

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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
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US$261.66
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 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
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US$191.11
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.

l
leon
From
Australia
Warm, comfortable decor and ambiance. Clean, efficient bathroom facilities. Excellent dining and wining. lovely service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,052 reviews
Price from
US$174.44
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Orkney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - 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.

    From US$201.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

    Set in Stromness and only 6.7 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 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 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 24 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 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 104 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.

  • Binnaquoy

    Hotel in Orkney
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 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.

Budget hotels in Orkney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 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, 101 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, 54 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 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, 20 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 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 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 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 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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  • Quina, a newly renovated house.

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
    House was lovely, very nicely kitted out with a modern good quality kitchen and bathroom Everything was super clean and tidy. Was really helpful that dishwasher and washing machine tablets were provided.Beds were very comfortable. It's a great location for exploring Orkney, only a short drive to get to most places. Lovely views down to the water.
    Guest review by
    Jennifer
    United Kingdom

  • Rymmon Retreat

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
    The accommodation was spacious and very comfortable with everything you needed. The deck was great for sitting out and having dinner and taking in the fantastic views of the countryside! We loved that it was so quiet and peaceful. Highly recommend the Rymmon Retreat if you're looking for somewhere comfy and peaceful to stay on Orkney!
    Guest review by
    Denise
    Canada

  • Old School B&B Super King Exclusive 5 Room private suite

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
    Janice is a superb host, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable about the area, and makes a great breakfast. Make sure you ask for her fresh fruit plate! The studio itself is spotless, spacious and well equipped. I will certainly be back when I return to Orkney.
    Guest review by
    Helen
    United Kingdom

  • Franklin's View

    Orkney
    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

  • VitaVer, B&B, STL-OR00012F

    Orkney
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews
    Good location near the ferry and an easy drive to Kirkwall and all historic sites. Plus a excellent hotel for evening meals and a friendly bar.
    Guest review by
    Graham
    United Kingdom