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10 Feb - 11 Feb
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11 Feb - 12 Feb
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13 Feb - 15 Feb
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Our top choices for Earl's Palace hotels

Dining

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
0.8 km from Earl's Palace
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Royal Oak Guest House
Fireplace

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Earl's Palace
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (266 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."
Canada
Gered
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Albert Hotel
Exterior

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Earl's Palace
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
"The staff at the Ayre were wonderful: warm, friendly, helpful, attentive. The room was ok, nothing special. Menu in the restaurant/pub was ok, nothing special. We were there over the New Year, stayed for 7 days... Again, the staff were wonderful!"
United States
Bree
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
The Ayre Hotel
Bar (on property)

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
0.1 km from Earl's Palace
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (75 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place"
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
The Orkney Hotel
Restaurant

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Earl's Palace
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173 reviews)
"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"
United States
Bill
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
The Shore
Exterior

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
1.3 km from Earl's Palace
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Grainbank Mews
Free daily full breakfast

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
1.1 km from Earl's Palace
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."
United Kingdom
Matthew Simon
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Karrawa Guest House
Garden

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
15.4 km from Earl's Palace
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Loved the location, friendly staff, great pub, excellent meals. Room was perfect with a beautiful view of the water."
Canada
Gered
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
The Sands Hotel
Front of property

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
18.6 km from Earl's Palace
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Beautiful place with great hosts"
United States
LINDA
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Sports bar

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
19.6 km from Earl's Palace
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal."
Canada
Gered
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Front of property

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
19.5 km from Earl's Palace
7.0 out of 10, Good, (83 reviews)
"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."
United Kingdom
Maya
The Stromness Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Earl's Palace

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Dining
Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
52 reviews
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Fireplace
Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
266 reviews
View
Exterior
The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
226 reviews
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Bar (on property)
The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
75 reviews
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Restaurant
The Shore
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
173 reviews
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Top Earl's Palace Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."
Gered 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Albert Hotel

Hotels near other Earl's Palace attractions

Bishop\'s Palace featuring heritage elements, a ruin and château or palace

Bishop's Palace

Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.
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St. Magnus Cathedral which includes interior views, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

St. Magnus Cathedral

4.5/5 (60 reviews)
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Earl's Palace?
Earl's Palace is located in an area of Kirkwall that travellers like for its island views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 24 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Earl's Palace?
Adjacent to Earl's Palace, Albert Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include The Ayre Hotel and The Shore.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Earl's Palace?
Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Earl's Palace.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Earl's Palace, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Earl's Palace.
What can I see and do near Earl's Palace?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. Lounge by the water at Scapa Beach and Mill Sand. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Bishop's Palace and St. Magnus Cathedral.