Stenness
Travel Guide
Visit Stenness
The Ayre Hotel
"Remember to book dinner. The first night of our stay we had to eat elsewhere because it was fully booked and had to wait quite sometime to get served in the bar due to staff shortages"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
The Shore
"Grateful for the clean, tastefully decorated room in a great location (downtown waterfront). It's an older building so it can be a bit noisy - particularly as the patrons in other rooms come in for the evening and get going in the morning."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026
Albert Hotel
"Good location in central Kirkwall. Ate in Bar on successive evenings and the food was excellent. No dedicated parking but a pay parking site right outside with civilised charges and times so no problem there."
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Stromness Apartments
"Fantastic location, farmland but walking distance to town. Home-like."
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
Castleyards Apartment 1
"Great spot, lovely accommodation along with very pleasant and helpful owners"
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Withi-gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views
Popular places to visit
Skara Brae
Discover the secrets of Orkney’s earliest inhabitants and find out what life was like during prehistoric times at this beautifully preserved ancient village.
Ring of Brogdar
Delve into the mysteries of this prehistoric landmark, comprising a ring of standing stones set against the wild landscape of the Orkney Islands.
Maes Howe
Part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, this fascinating chambered tomb predates the Egyptian pyramids.
Bay of Skaill
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bay of Skaill during your travels in Stromness. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.
Stromness Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Stromness Museum during your trip to Stromness. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Piers Art Centre
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Piers Art Centre in Stromness. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's hot springs.
Things to do
Orkney Day Trip: Meets the Scrabster - Stromness Ferry
