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Our top choices for Kirkwall romantic hotels

1. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"The room was spotless, very friendly staff,close to town centre. "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Grainbank Mews

2. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (311 reviews)
"Clean and central location"
United States
Debra
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Albert Hotel

3. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Comfy room, excellent service, perfectly located."
United States
Giorgia
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Ayre Hotel

4. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (83 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating. The large tub with jets was relaxing. The central location was excellent. Hot breakfast and selection was very good. We plan to come back. Highly recommend."
United States
David
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Orkney Hotel

5. The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (189 reviews)
"We were very pleasantly surprised to learn our 1 room family suite had 2 separate bedrooms. Beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was nice. Only issues were that we only had 1 key which made it tricky every time we went separate places. Also there was an illuminated exit sign in the king bedroom we had to cover up it was so bright, and when others shut their doors it would thump ours. Loved the skylights, was a bit stuffy but those helped. Loved the breakfast!"
United States
Beth
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Shore

6. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"A very friendly welcome, they were happy to accommodate our very late (11.30pm) arrival after we travelled there on the ferry. The owners have recently taken it over and in the last few weeks completed an overhaul of the bar/restaurant area which looks lovely. We didn't try the evening meals but the breakfasts were phenomenal, a proper Scottish breakfast that really sets you up for the day. Very friendly hosts helped us to work out what to do during the day and suggested good walks and so...
United Kingdom
Tanya
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
West End Guest House

7. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"The manager Bryce gave us excellent recommendations for dights to see at the south end of the island and where to park on a weekend in Kirkwall. Such a unique setting and quiet."
United States
Susan
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Sands Hotel

8. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Friendly, clean and conveniently located. Breakfast was great and the owners were incredibly helpful. Really enjoyed my stay."
United States
Claudia
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

9. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
6.8 out of 10, (102 reviews)
"The location and old world charm. The staff member was very nice and went out of his way to help us."
United States
Donna
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Stromness Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Kirkwall?
Are you in need of a romantic getaway? Our guests also enjoy Kirkwall for its bars. You might consider checking out some of the nearby sights and attractions such as Orkney Museum, Highland Park Distillery or Orkney Wireless Museum. If you're interested in staying near a certain attraction, you can sort by neighbourhood or distance to top landmarks, so you'll be able to see everything on your list.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Kirkwall?
If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about 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 do in Kirkwall?
There's nothing better than wandering around a new place with your sweetheart, so consider checking out all that Kirkwall has to offer. If you and your partner are interested in sampling the area's cuisine, you'll enjoy Kirkwall for its bars. You might think about stopping by Orkney Museum, Highland Park Distillery or Orkney Wireless Museum while you're seeing the sights.
What's the best way to get to Kirkwall and around town during my romantic getaway?
This information about transportation options in Kirkwall might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: To get to Kirkwall, you can fly into Kirkwall (KOI), which is the closest major airport, located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the city centre. You can take a ferry and cross the water to see more of the region.

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