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Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Harriet
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Murray Arms Hotel

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
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 €103
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Grainbank Mews

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
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
8 Feb - 9 Feb
The Shore

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
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 €139
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Albert Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
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
8 Feb - 9 Feb
The Orkney Hotel

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
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 €227
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
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 €164
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
The Sands Hotel

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Royal Oak Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
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 €95
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Karrawa Guest House

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"The owner Wayne was amazing and the small cabin was adorable! If you’re in the area don’t hesitate to spend the night here."
United States
randy
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Celtic Lodges
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Frequently asked questions

What is Kirkwall like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its bars, Kirkwall offers a lot for the traveller planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Kirkwall?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Kirkwall: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 1080 mm.
What is there to see and do around Kirkwall?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Scapa Beach or Mill Sand for some relaxation by the water. Treat your taste buds to the area's bars, and make time for local attractions such as St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Museum. You can also pay a visit to Earl's Palace or Bishop's Palace for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Kirkwall?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Kirkwall with ease. To get to Kirkwall, you can fly into Kirkwall (KOI), the closest major airport, which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the city centre. You can take a ferry across the water to see more of the region.

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