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The Sands Hotel, Orkney

Hotel in Burray Village

Set in a 19th-century building, The Sands Hotel, Orkney is situated along the shore of Scapa Flow in Burray village. It has a bar, a restaurant and beautiful sea views.

O
Oana
From
Romania
Everything. Especially the cleanliness and the attention to details. Wonderful accommodation!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$192.99
1 night, 2 adults

Stronsay Hotel

Hotel in Whitehall

Stronsay Hotel has free bikes, garden, a restaurant and bar in Whitehall. The hotel features family rooms. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV.

D
DK Soul
From
Australia
A wonderfully comfortable room in an excellent location, close to the ferry terminal, and to local facilities. The family who run the hotel are perfect for the location: she is a warm and welcoming hostess, while he is an excellent chef. They both bent over backwards to make us feel at home and to ensure we had a great time enjoying the wonders of Stronsay. We honestly did not want to leave. THANK YOU.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Location 10.0
Price from
US$115.39
1 night, 2 adults

Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Hotel in Kirkwall

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
Price from
US$175.44
1 night, 2 adults

The Royal Hotel

Hotel in Stromness

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

Albert Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

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

The Kirkwall Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Looking out across the harbour of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish en suite rooms.

H
Heiko
From
Germany
very, very friendly people working in the grandiose hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
US$256.41
1 night, 2 adults

The Orkney Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Located in Kirkwall, 2.8 km from Scapa Beach, The Orkney Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

K
Kurt
From
Australia
The staff were friendly and helpful. The decor was reminiscent of the early 19th century and very charming. We had booked a larger room, which had a 4 poster bed and spa tub. Breakfast was good as was the dinner. The bed was very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$195.68
1 night, 2 adults

The Shore

Hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.9 km from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.

K
Krasimir
From
Bulgaria
I recommend this hotel as probably the best in Kirkwall
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$209.18
1 night, 2 adults

Stromabank Hotel, Longhope, Island of Hoy

Hotel in Stromness

Boasting a garden and a bar, Stromabank Hotel, Longhope, Island of Hoy is set in Stromness. There is a restaurant serving British cuisine, and free private parking is available.

A
Alex
From
United Kingdom
amazing views from the restaurant and lovely cosy bar with fire. really comfy beds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
US$207.29
1 night, 2 adults

The Stromness Hotel

Hotel in Stromness

The Stromness Hotel is set in Stromness. This hotel offers free WiFi. Ring of Brogdar is 6 km away and Standing Stones of Stenness is 6 km from the hotel. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV.

J
Jasmine Sidney
From
Switzerland
Very beautiful Hotel in the perfect location with a lot of charme. We had a very nice time
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
US$298.25
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Stronsay Hotel has free bikes, garden, a restaurant and bar in Whitehall. The hotel features family rooms. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

    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.

  • 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 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Boasting a garden and a bar, Stromabank Hotel, Longhope, Island of Hoy is set in Stromness. There is a restaurant serving British cuisine, and free private parking is available.

    From US$207.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

    The Stromness Hotel is set in Stromness. This hotel offers free WiFi. Ring of Brogdar is 6 km away and Standing Stones of Stenness is 6 km from the hotel. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV.

    From US$264.51 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
    Karrawa is a lovely home with a very comfortable guest room and an exquisitely appointed en-suite. Everything was so clean and Fyona was quite friendly snd welcoming. Our cooked breakfast was delicious. I wish we had been able to spend more time there.
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    Christine
    United States
  • From US$236.17 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews
    Wonderful and helpful staff. Lovely restaurant with something for everyone. It is not a new hotel, and that is exactly why this is a great place to stay. It has soul and the surroundings are great if you want to unplug (or fish =))
    Guest review by
    Christian Carl
    Denmark
  • From US$296.90 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 314 reviews
    It is very convenient for the ferry to Scottish mainland.Lovely room,very clean and cosy.Lovely food.Friendly staff.Very near to everything you want to see.
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    Julie
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
    Absolutely fantastic owners! Very friendly, kind and supportive! Best hospitality in my experience so far. Great Scottish people, stunning nature views!
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    Serbia
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews
    Great B&B - new furnishings, very clean and extremely soft and comfortable bedding. Great breakfast as well.
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    Rieke
    Germany
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,041 reviews
    Very good localisation. Big parking . Nice breakfast. Good restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff.
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    Anna
    Poland
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews
    Everything. Especially the cleanliness and the attention to details. Wonderful accommodation!
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    Oana
    Romania
  • From US$264.51 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews
    Very beautiful Hotel in the perfect location with a lot of charme. We had a very nice time
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    Jasmine Sidney
    Switzerland
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
    very, very friendly people working in the grandiose hotel
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    Heiko
    Germany
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
    Warm welcome - heaters were on and milk in the fridge !
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    Sally
    Australia
  • From US$364.38 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
    I recommend this hotel as probably the best in Kirkwall
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    Krasimir
    Bulgaria
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    Beatiful localisatio on thevsea shore
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    Poland

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities on Orkney Islands

  • 10.0

    Kirkwall is worth visiting.

    Kirkwall is worth visiting. It is clean and tidy with local attractions worth visiting. It is a lovely town with all the facilities needed if exploring further afield is not your thing. Ferries to outlying islands are in the harbour with other ferry terminals being only a short distance away. Car hire is and worthwhile and makes exploring the island easy. There seems to be a very effective bus service in Kirkwall too, just an short walk from the centre.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    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
  • 2.0

    The Orkneys was vey beautiful with fantastic scenery but...

    The Orkneys was vey beautiful with fantastic scenery but our trip was spoilt by the Stromness Hotel that we stayed at. (BIG MISTAKE). The owners should go to school and learn how to run a hospitality business as they haven't got a clue, unless you are the same ethnicity as them.
    Guest review by
    David
    Canada
  • 10.0

    I liked that it was a traditional guest house....no frills...

    I liked that it was a traditional guest house....no frills just a comfortable and very clean room with a fantastic breakfast. Dounby is near to some major archaeological sites which are all well signposted. Stromness is not far from Dounby and is where the Ferry from Scrabster arrived and departs. Stromness is a beautiful wee town - I much preferred it to Kirkwall. For any visitor I would advice getting a good map and reading up a bit before you decide where you want to visit, depending on your interests. Also....just drive around and you'll find places .....nowhere is very far to drive and you'll come across interesting vistas and great craft shops everywhere.
    Guest review by
    Lesley
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    We thought the village of St Margarets Hope was the...

    We thought the village of St Margarets Hope was the prettiest of all the villages on Orkney; there is a lovely bay and harbour with two old fashioned inns in which to stay or eat. There are some lovely walks out of the village and a ferry that goes from the harbour to the Scottish mainland in one hour.
    Guest review by
    Jane
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Lovely and quiet village with all the essentials but lacking...

    Lovely and quiet village with all the essentials but lacking evening meal options during the week. However Kirkwall is only 6 miles away with restaurants, takeaways and larger shops. Stenness and Brodgar are on the doorstep so really handy for early morning or late evening visits as alternative to the busier times. A great base from which to visit all of the sites of the North and West coasts. There is a good walk up the hill behind the village that takes in some modern stone pillars and a much older, more interesting Neolithic cairn. It's also possible to follow the marked St Magnus trail over the brow to get a view not only over Finstown but to the coast on the other since of the hill.
    Guest review by
    Andy Revell
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    We have visited Orkney a number of times but have always...

    We have visited Orkney a number of times but have always been based around Stromness. It was nice to see another part of the island. The Sands Hotel is within easy walking distance and serves lunch and dinner.
    Guest review by
    Amanda
  • 10.0

    Well worth the ferry ride and then some!

    Well worth the ferry ride and then some! Between Stromness and Kirkwall, neolithic and medieval ruins, beautiful scenery, the creative trail, educational opportunities, shops and cafes and restaurants and bars, there is so much to see on the Orkney Islands -- we just barely scratched the surface. We didn't even get off the main island, much to my regret. Seriously: However much time you're planning to spend here, double it, then triple that. It still won't be enough.
    Guest review by
    Kathryn
    United States
  • 10.0

    The location is in mainland Orkney.

    The location is in mainland Orkney. It is situated between Kirkwall and Stromness and not far from any of the tourist sites. It's a short drive to the Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar and nature reserve. It's not a long drive to the Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel. The only downside is if you want to eat out at night you have to either go to Kirkwall or Stromness to find it. We ate at the Kirkwall Hotel and the food was very good, the service excellent and fast. For nature/bird lovers, it isn't far from the Hobbister reserve, nor is it far to go to get to the Loons reserve. The reserve at the Birsay moor hide is a little further but worth it to see Red Throated Divers and chicks. The Earls Bu and Orphir round church are well worth a visit. St Magnus Cathedral is free. Everything is in reasonable distance, a trip to Deerness to see the Gloup is amazing. And the wartime history from both world wars is all around the island.
    Guest review by
    amanda
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Our favourite places in Toab were the lovely sandy beaches...

    Our favourite places in Toab were the lovely sandy beaches which had an abundance of wildlife and flowers. We chose to eat at Sheila Fleet's Kirk cafe which had a choice of interesting dishes, but most importantly for us - a delicious vegan dish which we loved. The roads in Toab are easy to get around on and around every corner there are gorgeous views, little stone Orkney houses and fields of inquisitive cows! The wide open views of sea and sky are breathtaking, as are the gorgeous blues and turquoise colours that flood your senses.
    Guest review by
    Christina
    United Kingdom