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Royal Oak Guesthouse

Orkney

Royal Oak Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Orkney, 2.3 km from Scapa Beach, 17 km from Maeshowe, as well as 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

m
mcigler
From
Czech Republic
Family run B&B with a wonderful atmosphere. We arranged our stay with Alice, nothing was a problem. Erik conjured up an amazing breakfast for us on request. Both husband and wife live their B&B and it really shows in the accommodations. Every detail has been worked out.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$207.90
1 night, 2 adults

Rymmon Retreat

Orkney

Boasting lake views, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 24 km from Maeshowe. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

D
Denise
From
Canada
The accommodation was spacious and very comfortable with everything you needed. The deck was great for sitting out and having dinner and taking in the fantastic views of the countryside! We loved that it was so quiet and peaceful. Highly recommend the Rymmon Retreat if you're looking for somewhere comfy and peaceful to stay on Orkney!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Price from
US$134.66
1 night, 2 adults

33 Liberator Drive, Kirkwall

Orkney

Offering a garden and quiet street view, 33 Liberator Drive, Kirkwall is situated in Orkney, 14 km from Maeshowe and 15 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

F
Frances
From
Ireland
This is a really lovely house, lots of space, spotlessly clean, every convenience and parking. Laura is extremely helpful and responds immediately to any query. Couldn't recommend more highly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$229.50
1 night, 2 adults

Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub

Orkney

Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub is a recently renovated holiday home in Orkney, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

O
Oren Halevi
From
Israel
A stunning new house, 5 minutes drive from Stromness. The house has everything you could imagine. The hosts are especially generous. Very clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$546.75
1 night, 2 adults

The Studio

Orkney

Offering inner courtyard views, The Studio is an accommodation situated in Orkney, 9.2 km from Maeshowe and 10 km from Ring of Brogdar.

A
Andy Neale
From
Canada
This place is great, and the host is amazing. The living room is very comfortable with leather armchairs and 2 place dining table. The bedroom is separate and the bed is comfortable. The bathroom is small but functional, nice shower. The kitchen is well equipped with everything we need to cook a good evening meal. Location is on the main "road" through Stromness, a short walk to the centre of town, the harbour and the museum, a short drive to most of the Orkney prehistoric landmarks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
US$222.75
1 night, 2 adults

Berstane Lodges

Orkney

Located in Orkney, Berstane Lodges provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The accommodation features a hot tub.

T
Tobias
From
Germany
Couldn’t recommend this wonderful place highly enough. Very comfy and cosy, has everything one needs (and a jacuzzi), very central with great views over Kirkwall and absolutely quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews
Price from
US$334.13
1 night, 2 adults

Valhaven Apartment 1

Orkney

Located 41 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 43 km from Ring of Brogdar and 7.2 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray, Valhaven Apartment 1 provides accommodation set in Orkney.

H
Heather
From
United Kingdom
The apartment was spacious, very clean and warm with plenty of facilities to cook with. The log fire was lovely to light with wood and kindling provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness (Near Orkney)

Set in Stromness and only 6.7 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Stefano Raffaele Scocca
From
Italy
The location at less than 2 minutes from Stromness and probably 5 to the Stennes standing stones is PERFECT. The room was huge, all the house is very big, cute and clean. Deborah is very very welcoming and the breakfast she prepared was delicious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
Price from
US$167.40
1 night, 2 adults

Smithfield Guesthouse

Dounby (Near Orkney)

Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Guesthouse offers 3-star accommodation with free parking. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

G
Glen
From
Australia
Very warm welcome from staff. The room was spacious, warm and very comfortable with quality bedding and pillows. Very good shower, great cooked breakfast, with choices, and free parking. Nice and quiet, away from the main towns, supermarket and fuel across the road. Central access to island sights. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Price from
US$225.11
1 night, 2 adults

Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Kirkwall (Near Orkney)

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbour. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi.

B
Beverlee
From
Canada
The room was large and very comfortable. The location is good, being a short walk from the main street of Kirkwall, and the cathedral and other sites, as well as being easy to get onto the roads to tour the island.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
Price from
US$109.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Orkney – 59 hotels and places to stay

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Royal Oak Guesthouse

Orkney

Royal Oak Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Orkney, 2.3 km from Scapa Beach, 17 km from Maeshowe, as well as 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

m
mcigler
From
Czech Republic
Family run B&B with a wonderful atmosphere. We arranged our stay with Alice, nothing was a problem. Erik conjured up an amazing breakfast for us on request. Both husband and wife live their B&B and it really shows in the accommodations. Every detail has been worked out.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$207.90
1 night, 2 adults

Rymmon Retreat

Orkney

Boasting lake views, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 24 km from Maeshowe. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

D
Denise
From
Canada
The accommodation was spacious and very comfortable with everything you needed. The deck was great for sitting out and having dinner and taking in the fantastic views of the countryside! We loved that it was so quiet and peaceful. Highly recommend the Rymmon Retreat if you're looking for somewhere comfy and peaceful to stay on Orkney!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
Price from
US$134.66
1 night, 2 adults

33 Liberator Drive, Kirkwall

Orkney

Offering a garden and quiet street view, 33 Liberator Drive, Kirkwall is situated in Orkney, 14 km from Maeshowe and 15 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

F
Frances
From
Ireland
This is a really lovely house, lots of space, spotlessly clean, every convenience and parking. Laura is extremely helpful and responds immediately to any query. Couldn't recommend more highly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$229.50
1 night, 2 adults

Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub

Orkney

Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub is a recently renovated holiday home in Orkney, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

O
Oren Halevi
From
Israel
A stunning new house, 5 minutes drive from Stromness. The house has everything you could imagine. The hosts are especially generous. Very clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$546.75
1 night, 2 adults

The Studio

Orkney

Offering inner courtyard views, The Studio is an accommodation situated in Orkney, 9.2 km from Maeshowe and 10 km from Ring of Brogdar.

A
Andy Neale
From
Canada
This place is great, and the host is amazing. The living room is very comfortable with leather armchairs and 2 place dining table. The bedroom is separate and the bed is comfortable. The bathroom is small but functional, nice shower. The kitchen is well equipped with everything we need to cook a good evening meal. Location is on the main "road" through Stromness, a short walk to the centre of town, the harbour and the museum, a short drive to most of the Orkney prehistoric landmarks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
US$222.75
1 night, 2 adults

Berstane Lodges

Orkney

Located in Orkney, Berstane Lodges provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The accommodation features a hot tub.

T
Tobias
From
Germany
Couldn’t recommend this wonderful place highly enough. Very comfy and cosy, has everything one needs (and a jacuzzi), very central with great views over Kirkwall and absolutely quiet.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews
Price from
US$334.13
1 night, 2 adults

Valhaven Apartment 1

Orkney

Located 41 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 43 km from Ring of Brogdar and 7.2 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray, Valhaven Apartment 1 provides accommodation set in Orkney.

H
Heather
From
United Kingdom
The apartment was spacious, very clean and warm with plenty of facilities to cook with. The log fire was lovely to light with wood and kindling provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$108
1 night, 2 adults

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness (Near Orkney)

Set in Stromness and only 6.7 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Stefano Raffaele Scocca
From
Italy
The location at less than 2 minutes from Stromness and probably 5 to the Stennes standing stones is PERFECT. The room was huge, all the house is very big, cute and clean. Deborah is very very welcoming and the breakfast she prepared was delicious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
Price from
US$167.40
1 night, 2 adults

Smithfield Guesthouse

Dounby (Near Orkney)

Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Guesthouse offers 3-star accommodation with free parking. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

G
Glen
From
Australia
Very warm welcome from staff. The room was spacious, warm and very comfortable with quality bedding and pillows. Very good shower, great cooked breakfast, with choices, and free parking. Nice and quiet, away from the main towns, supermarket and fuel across the road. Central access to island sights. Highly recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Price from
US$225.11
1 night, 2 adults

Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Kirkwall (Near Orkney)

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbour. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi.

B
Beverlee
From
Canada
The room was large and very comfortable. The location is good, being a short walk from the main street of Kirkwall, and the cathedral and other sites, as well as being easy to get onto the roads to tour the island.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
Price from
US$109.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

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Hotels located in the centre of Orkney

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Evas Howe Lodge is set in Orkney, 10 km from Maeshowe and 11 km from Ring of Brogdar.

Binnaquoy

Hotel in Orkney
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

A recently renovated holiday home located in Orkney, Binnaquoy features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

Esna

Hotel in Orkney
Central location

Set in Orkney and only 8.1 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Esna offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Kisumu

Hotel in Orkney
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Located in Orkney and only 6.1 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Kisumu provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Euston

Hotel in Orkney
Central location

Situated in Orkney and only 9 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Euston features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Featuring garden views, Franklin's View offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 9 km from Maeshowe.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub is a recently renovated holiday home in Orkney, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Offering inner courtyard views, The Studio is an accommodation situated in Orkney, 9.2 km from Maeshowe and 10 km from Ring of Brogdar.

Best hotels with breakfast in Orkney and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews

Set in Stromness and only 6.7 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

Located on the shore of Harray Loch and family-run for over 30 years, the Merkister Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Mara Lodge B&B offers a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 10 km of Maeshowe and 12 km of Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews

Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Guesthouse offers 3-star accommodation with free parking. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Situated in Twatt and only 13 km from Ring of Brogdar, Runa Guest House features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Located in Finstown and only 11 km from Maeshowe, Cottiscarth Cottages provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

Boasting sea views, Lilly's Lodges Orkney Hedgehog Lodge provides accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 10 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

From US$195.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Utkanten, a property with a garden, is situated in Stromness, 7.5 km from Maeshowe, 8.8 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 7.7 km from Ness of Brogdar.

Budget hotels in Orkney and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Offering garden views, Nether Onston Cottage is an accommodation situated in Stenness, 3.5 km from Maeshowe and 4.3 km from Ring of Brogdar.

Situated in Finstown and only 7.2 km from Maeshowe, Quina Holiday Home features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

Offering a garden and lake view, Lochview is located in Swannay, 24 km from Maeshowe and 26 km from Standing Stones of Stenness. This apartment provides free private parking and luggage storage space.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Kevara Shepherds Hut is situated in Finstown, 7 km from Ness of Brogdar, 17 km from Skara Brae, as well as 27 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

Located in Finstown and only 4.9 km from Maeshowe, Kevara Self-Catering provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment offers accommodation with a patio.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Located in Finstown and only 5.3 km from Maeshowe, 8 Jib Park, Orkney Islands provides accommodation with quiet street views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Howe Holiday homes is situated in Stromness, 5.4 km from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.6 km from Maeshowe.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Situated in Evie in the Orkney Islands region, with Sands Of Evie Beach nearby, Eviedale Cottages features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

What guests said about Orkney:

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

great place to visit with lots to see and do but beware of...

great place to visit with lots to see and do but beware of the weather , autumn storms meant we had to stay longer than planned , was made easier by Lorraine at Polrudden allowing us to stay for 2 extra nights
Guest review by
colin
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical...

Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical environment with something to interest everyone - including history, archaeology, wildlife, fishing, walking, beautiful beaches and other landscapes. Kirkwall and Stromness are exceptional for sightseeing and Orcadians are so friendly and genuine.
Guest review by
Ronald
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

We stayed for three nights after eleven on Shetland.

We stayed for three nights after eleven on Shetland. We found great gluten free eating options in Kirkwall (I will review on Find me Gluten Free). We arrived very late on Friday. Saturday we spent in the many museums, historic buildings, galleries and shops of Kirkwall. We did one day trip by bus and ferryl to the excellent Sccapa Flow museum. Unfortunately the only day we had to do this was Sunday, when the buses are infrequent, so we had to spend most of the day at Scarpa Flow. On the monday, we were on the late night ferry to Aberdeen, and could not stay or leave our luggage in the apartment. So we hired a car - and visited the prehistoric monuments and the museum in Stromness before spending some at Scapa Beach. We ate in The Storehouse restaurant, which was really hospitable and the food was amazing, then getting a taxi to the ferry termina. We had visited a couple of islands in Orkney before, but this was our first time in these parts - we will bve back!
Guest review by
Pat
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Historical sites-Skara Brae, Tomb of the Eagles, Brough of...

Historical sites-Skara Brae, Tomb of the Eagles, Brough of Birsay, Ring of Brodgar and Stenness Standing stones are all amazing. Go to Hoy and visit (or stay at!) the Cantick Head Lighthouse and hike The Old Man of Hoy.
Guest review by
Jon
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Great coastal hikes. Unbelievable archaeology.

Great coastal hikes. Unbelievable archaeology. Mellow people. Decent public transportation on Mainland. Long, rich history. Beautiful place. Good charity shops and much locally made jewelry. Welcoming services at the cathedral and the Catholic Church. Good restaurants, but suggest you make reservations in advance.
Guest review by
Beth
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

The Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel are wonderful...

The Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel are wonderful and full of fascinating wartime history. Maeshowe was a great visit with the commentary from our guide full of humour and interest. Ring of Brodgar and Stenness - atmospheric - as was Skara Brae. The St Magnus Cafe in Kirkwall is a great, casual eating place and the Ayre Hotel for something more formal - both with very good food.
Guest review by
Isobel
United Kingdom

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
The location was ideal and allowed us to easily explore Kirkwall and then also visit nearby places using the bus service, which was excellent and close by. Everything was in walking distance including take aways, supermarkets and a leisure centre with a cinema. The house itself was perfect for our stay and the lovely touch of providing bread, butter, milk and even some Orkney Fudge on arrival, added to its charm!
Guest review by
Jennifer
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews
We had a very spacious room with a walk in wardrobe/storage shelves & good size en-suite. A lovely sea view from our window& in a quiet area with only a short walk to nearby Hotel for evening meal if required. Good choice of continental breakfast on offer to suit all tastes. Teresa & Malcolm were friendly & knowledgeable about the area.
Guest review by
Aileen
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
While part of my reason for going was work but we also spent several additional days in Orkney. We have been visiting Orkney for many years. Initially we used our caravan but in recent years have been unable to do so. The accommodation we used the first two years was not available but Polrudden provided a very acceptable alternative.
Guest review by
Alexander
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews
The accommodation and location were fantastic. An excellent base for exploring Orkney. The locals we met were all extremely friendly. Amazed at the birdlife around the lodge.
Guest review by
Brian
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
Location great for the ferry and exploring Orkney Mainland. In a pretty part of Kirkwall. Cosy rooms and off street parking. Really helpful agents.
Guest review by
Suzanne
United Kingdom