"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."
"We had a lovely time at The Royal Hotel. The staff were all very nice and chatty. The breakfasts were amazing and the room was very comfortable. We would highly recommend The Royal Hotel to anybody planning a visit to Stromness. "
"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 !!"
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.
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.
The medieval St. Magnus Cathedral towers over Kirkwall's cobbled streets, where you'll find Highland Park distillery tours and Viking artifacts at the museum. Ferries depart for day trips to Orkney's ancient sites like Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar standing stones.
"So pleased to find Murray Arms. It was 5 minutes from our arriving ferry. Upon checkin by Suzanne, we were assigned private off-road parking. Our room for 3 nights was comfortable. The staff was exceptionally warm and welcoming for all - babies, dogs, and patrons. The meals in their restaurant were first class. They have dive boats for scallop harvesting. Our scallop dinner was the best EVER!"
"The was a very comfortable and cozy hotel. I had a great time here. I found it impeccably clean, and the cleaning staff was very friendly and helpful. It's walking distance from the downtown shopping area, but still pretty quiet. There is a lovely lounge and bar area that is very comfortable and welcoming. The shower worked very well too. I would love to stay here again!"
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kirkwall, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kirkwall.
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What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Kirkwall?
Where is the best hotel 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 traveler data, and this 3-star hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good choices close by include The Shore and The Orkney Hotel.
What about the best place to stay close to Earl's Palace?
One of the top choices for your stay is The Orkney Hotel, located next to Earl's Palace, and this 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. The Ayre Hotel and The Shore are other good choices nearby.
What's the best place to stay near Kirkwall Airport (KOI)?
The Shore is one of the top choices for your stay and is a popular 3-star hotel featuring free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Kirkwall Airport. Other good options close to the airport include The Ayre Hotel and Kirkwall Youth Hostel.
What is staying in Kirkwall like?
Visitors to Kirkwall are sure to enjoy the bars. Tourists can also enjoy the city's cathedral, monuments, and museums. In Kirkwall, there are 35 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Kirkwall.
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 44°F. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 43 inches.
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