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Top 10 trending Kirkwall hotels

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Albert Hotel
2 bars/lounges

Albert Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (247)
"Great location, very friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room, clean. I’ll stay there next time I come to town. "
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Albert Hotel
The Ayre Hotel
Exterior

The Ayre Hotel

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (195)
"It was nice and central."
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Ayre Hotel
Royal Oak Guest House
Lobby

Royal Oak Guest House

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Beach nearby

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (41)
"If you are visiting Kirkwall do not hesitate to stay in this wonderful hostel"
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
The Stromness Hotel
Front of property

The Stromness Hotel

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (72)
"Clean and spacious, but rather basic facilities. Wonderful staff!"
The Stromness Hotel
The Anchorage
Exterior

The Anchorage

1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Comfortable stay friendly staff"
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Anchorage
The Orkney Hotel
Garden

The Orkney Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72)
"We had a very enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely like to return"
The price is €196
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Orkney Hotel
The Shore
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

The Shore

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (168)
"What are wonderful and friendly. Rooms were small but clean. "
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
The Shore
Karrawa Guest House
Front of property

Karrawa Guest House

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"This guesthouse has everything you need. It was immaculate, the breakfast was outstanding. The hosts were lovely and welcoming. Cannot recommend this place enough. Great location for exploring. "
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Karrawa Guest House
The Royal Hotel Stromness
View from property

The Royal Hotel Stromness

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (73)
"Great place for our short visit to the Orkneys! Very close to the ferry service, easy overnight parking, very close to most of the Neolithic sites we wanted to see, and great breakfast each morning. "
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Grainbank Mews
Property amenity

Grainbank Mews

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Great nights sleep!"
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Grainbank Mews
The Sands Hotel
Garden

The Sands Hotel

2.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49)
"We loved staying at the Sands hotel and wished we could have stayed longer! Facilities, location and food fantastic, Thankyou for making our Orkney trip memorable - You even laid on lovely weather too !!"
The price is €241
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Sands Hotel
Ferry Inn Stromness
View from property

Ferry Inn Stromness

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169)
"The Ferry Inn is a combination hotel/pub with breakfast included on our booking. We ate dinner both nights in the pub restaurant. The food was good & they had several choices for each course. The location was excellent for the Scrabaster/Stromness ferry & it was easy to navigate to Kirkwall & all the sights."
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Ferry Inn Stromness
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Free breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"We loved our stay. The home is conveniently located mear to the ferry. It is also not far to drive to a number of historical sites. The home cooked breakfast was lovely, and the view from the dining room was beautiful. Thank you for the wonderful stay! "
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Murray Arms Hotel
Exterior

Murray Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (142)
"The proprietors are very friendly and accommodating. The place has a lot of charm and is clean and perfect for our needs."
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Murray Arms Hotel
Celtic Lodges
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Celtic Lodges

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"It was amazing experience ever "
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Celtic Lodges
Burnside Cottage
Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (The Grey Suite)

Burnside Cottage

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"We had a wonderful time at Burnside during our road trip through Scotland. Our suite was comfortable and provided all we needed. We loved walking around the tranquil setting and making friends with the local sheep. Our host was friendly, attentive, and the food wonderful. She lent us binoculars and guided us to the best places to see puffins. We’re happy we had the opportunity to stay there."
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Burnside Cottage
The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
Exterior

The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (78)
"Easy to find ,excellent parking facilities ,lovely hosts, large clean comfy room."
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
Gingerbread House
Interior

Gingerbread House

3.0 star property
The price is €398
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Gingerbread House
The Steading
Cottage | Living room

The Steading

3.0 star property
The price is €1,125
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Steading
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Murray Arms Hotel
Exterior

Murray Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (142)
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Murray Arms Hotel

Pet-friendly hotels in Kirkwall you'll enjoy

Murray Arms Hotel
Exterior

Murray Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (142)
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Murray Arms Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Learn more about Kirkwall

The medieval St. Magnus Cathedral towers over Kirkwall's cobbled streets, where you'll find Highland Park distillery tours and Viking artefacts at the museum. Ferries depart for day trips to Orkney's ancient sites like Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar standing stones.

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St. Magnus Cathedral which includes a cemetery, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had a very enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely like to return"
Antoinette 4-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
The Orkney Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kirkwall?

Royal Oak Guest House is a favourite with Expedia customers. This guest house offers free parking and free WiFi. Reviews from our site also recommend Karrawa Guest House and Albert Hotel as top choices for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kirkwall.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Kirkwall has to offer?

Lodge 21 - 3 Bed Sea-View - a john o'groat that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms: This holiday home rental outside of Kirkwall is equipped with a patio, laundry facilities and free WiFi to help you feel comfortable during your stay. It has 3 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. Our travellers also rate Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub as a favourite home for rent in Kirkwall. See all vacation rentals in Kirkwall.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kirkwall, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kirkwall.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Kirkwall?

Based on our traveller reviews, Kirkwall Youth Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Kirkwall.

What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Kirkwall?

The Ayre Hotel is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a restaurant along with free WiFi for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include The Orkney Hotel and Kirkwall Youth Hostel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Kirkwall.

What is staying in Kirkwall like?

Visitors to Kirkwall will definitely enjoy the bars. Tourists can also enjoy the city's cathedral, monuments and museums. In Kirkwall, there are 35 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Kirkwall.

What should I see while I'm in Kirkwall?

Cultural venues include Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. Landmarks like St. Magnus Cathedral and Highland Park Distillery might be worth a visit. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Scapa Beach and Scapa Distillery. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Kirkwall guide.

What's the seasonal weather like 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.