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Our top choices for St. Magnus Cathedral hotels

Dining
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
1 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Royal Oak Guest House
Fireplace
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
0.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264 reviews)
"Great hotel with good food and pub full of atmosphere "
Canada
Hugh
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Albert Hotel
Exterior
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
0.3 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
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
19 Jan - 20 Jan
The Ayre Hotel
Bar (on property)
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
0.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
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
13 Jan - 14 Jan
The Orkney Hotel
Restaurant
The Shore

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
0.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
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
15 Jan - 16 Jan
The Shore
Exterior
Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
1.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
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 €98
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Grainbank Mews
Garden
The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
15.6 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking"
United States
Ben D
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
The Sands Hotel
Sports bar
The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
19.6 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"Very convenient to the ferry and all the shops. "
United States
Robert
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Front of property
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
19.5 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
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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Top St. Magnus Cathedral Hotel Reviews

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room."
Duncan 5-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Ayre Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Magnus Cathedral?
St. Magnus Cathedral 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 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near St. Magnus Cathedral?
Adjacent to St. Magnus Cathedral, 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. Other good options within a short distance include Albert Hotel and The Shore.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to St. Magnus Cathedral?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from St. Magnus Cathedral.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Magnus Cathedral, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near St. Magnus Cathedral.
What can I see and do near St. Magnus Cathedral?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. Lounge by the water at Scapa Beach and Mill Sand. Earl's Palace and Highland Park Distillery are some sights worth a visit in the area.