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Our top choices for Mill Sand hotels

A door with a keypad lock and a view of a rural landscape with fields and a road.

1. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking
3.0 star property
18.8 km from Mill Sand
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking
An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.

2. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
15.9 km from Mill Sand
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (164 reviews)
"Murray Arms Hotel is the nicest place I’ve stayed. The family owned hotel is warm & cozy with exceptional hospitality, superb food & chill ambiance by the shore. Great location, peaceful, charming & lovely retreat. Locals enjoy it too."
United States
Margaret
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Murray Arms Hotel
A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

3. Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
6.3 km from Mill Sand
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms, great breakfasts"
Canada
Gerald
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Karrawa Guest House
A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

4. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Mill Sand
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"Comfy room, excellent service, perfectly located."
United States
Giorgia
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Ayre Hotel
A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.

5. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Mill Sand
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (312 reviews)
"Clean and central location"
United States
Debra
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Albert Hotel
A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.

6. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Mill Sand
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
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Orkney Hotel
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.

7. The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Mill Sand
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 €180
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Shore
A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.

8. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Mill Sand
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"The room was spotless, very friendly staff,close to town centre. "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Grainbank Mews
A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

9. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
13.1 km from Mill Sand
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"It worked out great for our overnight stay on Orkney. Dinner was very good and breakfast hit the spot."
Canada
tony
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The Sands Hotel
Outdoor dining

10. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
2.0 star property
7.3 km from Mill Sand
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
9 Dec - 10 Dec
West End Guest House
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.
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Compare top hotels near Mill Sand

An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.

Murray Arms Hotel

3.0 star property
15.9 km from Mill Sand
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A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

Karrawa Guest House

3.0 star property
6.3 km from Mill Sand
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A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

The Ayre Hotel

3.0 star property
7.6 km from Mill Sand
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A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.

Albert Hotel

3.0 star property
7.4 km from Mill Sand
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A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.

The Orkney Hotel

3.0 star property
7.3 km from Mill Sand
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9.2
Wonderful
164 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
138 reviews
8.6
Excellent
278 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
312 reviews
8.4
Very good
83 reviews
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Other attractions near Mill Sand

An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)
Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Mill Sand?

Mill Sand is located in Kirkwall. Travellers like the surrounding area for its bars. You'll find 35 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Mill Sand?

The Ayre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Mill Sand. Other good choices within 5 miles include Albert Hotel and The Shore.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Mill Sand?

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mill Sand.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mill Sand, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Mill Sand.

What can I see and do near Mill Sand?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. Lounge by the water at Scapa Beach and Sandi Sand. Highland Park Distillery and Earl's Palace are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.