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Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Hotel in Kirkwall

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

G
Gavin
From
Canada
Close to the ferry terminal in Kirkwall, so for a late night arrival, there was little hassle getting there and checking in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,062 reviews
Price from
$155.35
1 night, 2 adults

Albert Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Featuring a bar, Albert Hotel is located in Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands region, 10 miles from Maeshowe and 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. This 3-star hotel offers room service.

W
William
From
United States
Breakfast was great. Location was coinvent to shopping and local restaurants. Parking was a little hard. Public car park nearby, but had to get free ticket every hour till 5PM, then free all night. Out the next morning. Small town and able to get our clothes washed in a nearby laundromat.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews
Price from
$214.43
1 night, 2 adults

The Kirkwall Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Looking out across the harbor of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish rooms with attached bathroom.

E
Elizabeth
From
Canada
Beautiful historic hotel. Lovely hard wood flooring; big windows amazing washroom!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Price from
$253.60
1 night, 2 adults

The Orkney Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Located in Kirkwall, 1.8 miles from Scapa Beach, The Orkney Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

G
Gretchen
From
United States
The staff was helpful and friendly. From check in to breakfast we were given suggestions of places to visit and all service with a smile.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
$192.52
1 night, 2 adults

The Shore

Hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.2 mi from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.

G
Gabriel
From
United States
Very clean room and bathroom! Simple and understated, very close to the ferry and conveniently close to restaurants.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
Price from
$207.13
1 night, 2 adults

Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Grainbank Mews features accommodations with a garden and free Wifi.

F
Frederick
From
United Kingdom
Breakfast was very good. Location excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
$158
1 night, 2 adults

Bellavista Guest House

Kirkwall

Bellavista Guest House enjoys a location in Kirkwall, 13 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 12 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

G
Gayle
From
United States
It is very convenient to walk into town. Easy to get around to visit tourist attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
$216.42
1 night, 2 adults

Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Karrawa Guest House enjoys a location in Kirkwall, 1.7 miles from Scapa Beach and 11 miles from Maeshowe. This 3-star guest house offers luggage storage space and daily room service.

A
Anne
From
United States
This property was immaculately clean in every way. The host was helpful and gracious. Breakfast was simply over-the-top with quality ingredients, excellent preparation, customized options, and a lovely setting.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews
Price from
$131.45
1 night, 2 adults

West End Guest House

Kirkwall

West End Guest House offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 10 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

D
Diane
From
United Kingdom
Easy to find, parking good, clean comfortable room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews
Price from
$151.36
1 night, 2 adults

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall

Located just 13 minutes’ from St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall Youth Hostel offers free onsite parking and a self-catering kitchen.

M
McCulloch
From
Australia
Great facility Nice clean comfy rooms Late night entry procedure
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 704 reviews
Price from
$112.86
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,062 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.2 mi from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.

From $152.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Esviken in heart of Kirkwall offers accommodations in Orkney, 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar. The air-conditioned accommodation is 10 miles from Maeshowe.

From $112.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Orkney Bed & Whisky offers accommodations in Orphir, 7.4 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 6.7 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

From $160.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Orkneyinga is located in Kirkwall, just 10 miles from Maeshowe and 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

The Pally - behind 13 Palace Road, Kirkwall, Orkney - STL OR00122F offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 10 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray and 11 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Old Library Apartments - 8a offers accommodations in Orkney, 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar. The air-conditioned accommodation is 10 miles from Maeshowe.

Townhouse - Uk48078 is located in Kirkwall, just 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar.

Broad Apartment 8 - Uk48084 offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar.

Budget hotels in Kirkwall and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

A recently renovated apartment, Self catering. Maydene. Holm. Orkney, Scotland. Offers accommodations in Nether Button. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Broad Apartment 6 - Uk48082 is located in Kirkwall, just 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar.

Broad Apartment 5 - Uk48081 is located in Kirkwall, just 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar.

Broad Apartment 7 - Uk48073 offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar.

Central Kirkwall House is located in Orkney, just 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 10 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Castleyards Apartment 2 offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 10 miles from Maeshowe and 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 48 reviews

Castleyards Apartment 12 is located in Kirkwall, just 10 miles from Maeshowe and 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

The Old Endie Hoose Kirkwall Orkney offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 11 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray and 11 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

Hotels located in the center of Kirkwall

Muckle Green Holm - Uk48091 offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar. The 4-star apartment is 10 miles from Maeshowe.

Gairsay - Uk48092 is located in Kirkwall, just 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar. The 4-star apartment is 10 miles from Maeshowe.

Copinsay - Uk48089 offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 12 miles from Ring of Brogdar. The 4-star apartment is 10 miles from Maeshowe.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Kingston House is located in Kirkwall, just 10 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray and 11 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

Apt 2, Frasers Close offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 1.8 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

Offering a garden, Apt 1, Frasers Close, Kirkwall features accommodations in Kirkwall. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews

City Centre Bridge Street Apartment offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 11 miles from Ness of Brogdar and 17 miles from Skara Brae.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

8 Thoms Street offers accommodations in Kirkwall, 10 miles from Maeshowe and 11 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

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What Guests Said About Kirkwall:

8.0

We took a car on the ferry from Scrabster which allowed us...

We took a car on the ferry from Scrabster which allowed us to roam over Mainland and easily get into town. I'm not sure how comprehensively the public transport covers the island, and don't recall seeing a lot of public buses, so for our (2 night) stay, with lots of sightseeing stops, it was the right call. Had a great evening meal from the specials board at Lucano, near St. Magnus Cathedral.
Guest review by
Robert
United States
10

Kirkwall is worth visiting.

Kirkwall is worth visiting. It is clean and tidy with local attractions worth visiting. It is a lovely town with all the facilities needed if exploring further afield is not your thing. Ferries to outlying islands are in the harbour with other ferry terminals being only a short distance away. Car hire is and worthwhile and makes exploring the island easy. There seems to be a very effective bus service in Kirkwall too, just an short walk from the centre.
Guest review by
Anonymous
United Kingdom
8.0

I liked St Magnus Cathedral, the Museum and also visited...

I liked St Magnus Cathedral, the Museum and also visited the ruins of the Bishop's Palace and the Earls'. It was exceedingly useful to finally locate the bus terminal and utilise it to get to Scarabrae which was excellent, and has a lovely info centre and Cafe; and Skail House (total contrast) which was included in the admission ticket. The next day I went to Stromness to visit the Pier Gallery which was superb. Spent a Lovely day walking and enjoying the little Braes etc. A enjoyed Stromness very much. I was dismayed to find that the bus service didn't easily get me to other sites of interest, like the Italian chapel. Also Maeshoe (sp) was booked out for days. Very Happy to have visited Orkney, but it was challenging without a car
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Plenty to see and do.

Plenty to see and do. Tourist shops and cafe’s quite expensive. A day at the beach costs nothing! We visited Newark beach. A treasure trove for shell or pebble collectors. The Kirk Gallery & Cafe was the perfect place for my birthday brunch.
Guest review by
Nicol
10

We enjoyed walking round the town and visited the Cathedral,...

We enjoyed walking round the town and visited the Cathedral, which was really fascinating. We found a little cafe very close by on the right side of the Cathedral as you face it, we had delicious coffee and scones there! There is so much to do and see in Orkney, we needed much longer
Guest review by
Bernadette
United Kingdom
10

Great centre for visiting all the sights,beaches shops & we...

Great centre for visiting all the sights,beaches shops & we were blessed with a sunny weeks weather.We loved the historic sights and The Neuk Hotel food was great value.If self catering The Brey has everything you could want.
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From $172.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Fantastic location and delightful hotel with a great restaurant. Room 314 was triple aspect with three good windows straight onto the fishing harbour. Masses of room and nice bathroom and accessories throughout. Comfortable bed. Restaurant food very nice - more choice would have been helpful as after two nights we had eaten everything we wanted to try. More seafood would be good - never saw lobster or crab listed on the menu. Scallops were huge and juicy and the best ever.
Guest review by
GTL
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Everything ! The friendly welcome, the location , the comfy beds , the shower , the delicious breakfast . Nothing was too much trouble , Nicky and Kirsten and their family were a delight , very friendly and extremely welcoming . The view over Kirkwall from the family room was lovely. There's a very comfortable guest lounge to relax in too. All in all a great place to stay !
Guest review by
ANDREW
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
After we arrived from Aberdeen on the ferry, arriving in Kirkwall at 11pm, the hotel was right on the harbour, so easy to find, with parking outside. The facilities were comfortable, clean and we slept well. Our one night stay was very good value hit money.
Guest review by
Michele
United Kingdom
From $152.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews
absolutely brilliant place, linked with the Kirkwall hotel next door. excellent facilities, lovely staff and the food is amazing
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Kathryn
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 314 reviews
Great place, small but have everything, probably one of the best stays at Kirkwall for multiple persons
Guest review by
Taoren
United Kingdom