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A coastal landscape with a lighthouse on a grassy hill, calm sea, and clear sky.
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The ruins of a medieval castle with a grassy courtyard, stone walls, and a clear sky.
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A coastal stone structure with a grassy foreground and a clear blue sky.
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A coastal landscape with a grassy hill, rocky shoreline, and a lighthouse in the distance.
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A rocky shoreline with seaweed, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sky with clouds.
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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is £70 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
£70
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
The price is £119 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
£119
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (311 reviews)
"Great location, central to everything and easy to get to from the North Link Ferry. Orkney is lovely and the people wonderful IF you stop and listen. Will be back."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Albert Hotel
West End Guest House

West End Guest House

2 out of 5
14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland
The price is £63 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£63
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay thank you."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

West End Guest House
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Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Kirkwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Bishop's Palace and Orkney Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"It's a very clean, well presented house in a great location. The living room is cosy and the beds are comfortable. The host was really helpful and great with communication."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall
2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness

2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness

Stromness
Stay at this cottage in Stromness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ring of Brogdar and Stromness Ferry Terminal are located ...
2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness
Cosy Studio In The Heart Of Kirkwall

Cosy Studio In The Heart Of Kirkwall

Kirkwall
Stay at this apartment in Kirkwall. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Comfortable, but a very tiny bathroom and shower. The place had a little bit of a smell, like old cooking smells lingering that wasn’t the most pleasant, and while the listing says you can do laundry, be aware that there is no dryer — made it a little tricky since we didn’t have a whole lot of time ..."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Cosy Studio In The Heart Of Kirkwall
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Stay near popular Birsay attractions

Brough of Birsay

9.4/10 (20 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Birsay with a visit to Brough of Birsay. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.
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Cities near Birsay

A coastal town with stone buildings, a harbor with boats, and a hill in the background.

Stromness

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