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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.

J
JENN
From
Canada
The location was great, the food was delicious, the rooms were comfortable, the staff was so accommodating, and it was perfect for our visit to Orkney!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
US$288.15
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

g
gill
From
Switzerland
Manager was very helpful, the meal was very good. Great shower.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews
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US$265.22
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

M
Maxine
From
United Kingdom
The team were amazing, Karen with a warm welcome. Ronnie for a spot on breakfast. Nicole the hostess was fabulous. Cameron and Adam made sure our glasses were not empty. The food was truly delicious. Location is beautiful and the rooms were very clean and well presented.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$316.96
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

T
Thomas
From
Switzerland
Nice room in new part of the hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$323.51
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Hoelter
From
Australia
Loved the old world charm and character. The position was fantastic and the rooms very comfortable and lovely.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
Price from
US$458.41
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

S
Sara
From
United Kingdom
Lovely room good location pet friendly and friendly staff Good food in the Kirkwall Hotel next door
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Price from
US$301.24
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Price from
US$201.18
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 81 reviews
Price from
US$239.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Royal Oak Guesthouse

Hotel in 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
Happy in Lux
From
Luxembourg
Everything was fabulous. Spacious, spotless and well-sound-proofed rooms. Convenient parking. Fabulous breakfast, with fresh strawberries, raspberries and blueberries (which I’ve not seen in bigger hotels). Access to the common lounge with fridge and microwave is a big plus. Alice and Eric are excellent hosts, friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$201.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Rymmon Retreat

Hotel in 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.

J
Julia
From
Germany
A wonderful, peaceful place to stay, super clean with so much love in detail. Felt like a Home. The Host Sarah is the sweetest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
Price from
US$136.87
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews

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.

From US$187.29 per night
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. At the hotel, rooms have a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 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.

From US$259.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

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.

From US$211.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews

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.

From US$159.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 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$327.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Set in Kirkwall, 1.8 km from Scapa Beach, The Foveran offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$150.56 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

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.

From US$196.46 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews

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.

From US$150.62 per night
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 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$201.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 81 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$129.67 per night

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Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 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.
Guest review by
Christine
United States

Merkister Hotel

Harray
From US$327.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 214 reviews
Not only is the Merkister Hotel beautiful, the staff are amazing too! We absolutely loved our stay and can’t thank the staff enough for all their efforts to make our stay special.
Guest review by
Laine
Australia

The Sands Hotel, Orkney

Burray Village
From US$187.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
The location was great, the food was delicious, the rooms were comfortable, the staff was so accommodating, and it was perfect for our visit to Orkney!!
Guest review by
JENN
Canada

Castaway Guesthouse

Kirkwall
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews
Fantastic host, breakfast was fab. Rooms clean and bed very comfortable, had a great sleep. Would definitely stay there again
Guest review by
Tracey
United Kingdom

The Kirkwall Hotel

Kirkwall
From US$159.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
Loved the old world charm and character. The position was fantastic and the rooms very comfortable and lovely.
Guest review by
Hoelter
Australia

The Shore

Kirkwall
From US$150.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Lovely room good location pet friendly and friendly staff Good food in the Kirkwall Hotel next door
Guest review by
Sara
United Kingdom

The Stromness Hotel

Stromness
From US$129.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews
Very beautiful Hotel in the perfect location with a lot of charme. We had a very nice time
Guest review by
Jasmine Sidney
Switzerland

Buxa Farm Chalets

Orphir
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Amazing location with stunning views across to Hoy...quiet and very comfortable 👌
Guest review by
Colin
United Kingdom

Stromness Apartments

Stromness
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Great rural location, a short 10-15 minute walk to the shopping area.
Guest review by
Kelly
Canada

Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Kirkwall
From US$111.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews
Manager was very helpful, the meal was very good. Great shower.
Guest review by
gill
Switzerland

Ferry Inn

Stromness
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
the perfect location for catching the ferry breakfast provided
Guest review by
Judith
New Zealand

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8.0

We took a car on the ferry from Scrabster which allowed us...

We took a car on the ferry from Scrabster which allowed us to roam over Mainland and easily get into town. I'm not sure how comprehensively the public transport covers the island, and don't recall seeing a lot of public buses, so for our (2 night) stay, with lots of sightseeing stops, it was the right call. Had a great evening meal from the specials board at Lucano, near St. Magnus Cathedral.
Guest review by
Robert
United States
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
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
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

Quiet harbour village on an Orkney Island with a good hotel...

Quiet harbour village on an Orkney Island with a good hotel that has a restraunt and bar. There are two well stocked general merchants and a very good fish shop. Very attractive and peaceful to visit.
Guest review by
Howard
United Kingdom
10

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
10

Sanday is a hidden gem.

Sanday is a hidden gem. It has the beauty of long white beaches with gentle waves and a warmth of light that on its own is worth the long long journey: but add in the fact that in our month long travel around Scotland via West coast islands and mainland (including Skye) this was the only place with cafes and restaurants open and varied in August plus the variety and offer in the two island shops, it was the most welcoming and comfortable place we stayed.
Guest review by
Raine
United Kingdom
10

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
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
10

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
Ann
United Kingdom

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