Title: The Sands Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Sands Hotel Hotel in Burray with free breakfast and restaurant ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/edb9b2d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/49ad3961.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Traditional Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/9a873c3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/d9d18cc6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/d0318623.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers feel at home at The Sands Hotel with attentive staff and family-friendly amenities. The on-site restaurant serves kids' meals, and public areas offer free WiFi. Guests enjoy practical touches like laundry facilities, a bar, and a billiards table. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included £136 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 31 - Nov 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=71401124&PinnedHotelID=71401124&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/662abe53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (First Floor ) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Premium bedding Heating Hairdryer Detached private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/662abe53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (First Floor ) 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Premium bedding Heating Hairdryer Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Traditional Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/9a873c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Second Floor ) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Separate bedroom Premium bedding Heating Hairdryer Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed ![Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/e58d3802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) ### Highlights Separate dining area Fireplace Heating Kitchen Fridge TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Heating - 2 bedrooms - Sea view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Be sure to enjoy children's meals at the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this hotel include: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property, wedding services and a billiards/pool table - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/17198405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ayre Hotel Kirkwall - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.6 Excellent 216 reviews £76 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=14937099&PinnedHotelID=14937099&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/6e6089a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Albert Hotel Kirkwall - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services 9.0 Wonderful 264 reviews £112 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=2241210&PinnedHotelID=2241210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115150000/115145500/115145429/w1080h803x0y5-1b916c6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Anchorage South Ronaldsay - 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Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Wedding services ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Entertainment - TV ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and cash Property Registration Number OI/PL/86 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly) ### Property is also known as The Sands Hotel Hotel The Sands Hotel Burray The Sands Hotel Hotel Burray ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Sands Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Sands Hotel? > As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sands Hotel on 2 Nov 2025 start from £135.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burray-Hotels-The-Sands-Hotel.h71401124.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Sands Hotel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Sands Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Sands Hotel? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is The Sands Hotel located? > Situated in Burray, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre and Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre. Orkney Wine Company and Italian Chapel are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Sands Hotel Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 47 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.6/10 Amenities ### 9.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.4/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben D 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking ##### Ben D Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Serene sea views Lovely quiet place by the sea with a great restauarant and cosy nautical themed bar. Very friendly staff :) Would love to stay here again next time! ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill 11 May 2025 Liked: Amenities 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 !! ##### Jill Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack 14 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We stayed two nights and loved everything about this accommodation. ##### Jack Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Slaveiko 24 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely property and very friendly staff. ##### Slaveiko Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Andrew Haralam and Mary Ann 26 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Pleasant Quiet comfortable nice dining options ##### William Andrew Haralam and Mary Ann Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wilma 19 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Would highly recommend the Sands, very friendly homely atmosphere couldn’t do enough to help and the food well presented and very tasty ##### Wilma Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Friendly welcoming hotel Very comfortable, relaxed hotel with helpful staff and good hearty food. Great location for the ferry from Gills Bay, and all the major places of interest. ##### Neil Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities An enjoyable stay. Attentive staff. Excellent food. ##### Alex Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mr Stephen Bruce 13 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fantastic place to stay on Orkney Fantastic hotel - great location, warm & friendly service, beautiful rooms tastefully decorated & great attention to detail, excellent food & ambience. Highly recommended ##### Mr Stephen Bruce Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin 1 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Brilliant staff and brilliant stay The staff were brilliant and truly went out their way to make my stay very enjoyable. I would return here and recommend others to stay here also. The food was excellent and a very good selection to choose from. ##### Martin Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsey 11 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### So lovely Everything at this hotel was just lovely- staff, ocean views, food. The room was simple but nicely updated and maintained. This hotel was a highlight of our trip. The restaurant is also delicious and we loved breakfast. ##### Kelsey Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property is exceptionally clean! The restaurant staff were friendly, outgoing and accommodating to a food allergy. This hotel is convenient for morning ferry departures from St. Margaret's Hope. ##### Lisa Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie 1 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly, family run hotel. Good value and quality evening meals. Overall excellent. ##### Melanie Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely quiet historic hotel Lovely quiet hotel being an old Herring Warehouse. Rooms were comfortable and had a nice view of the boat ramp. We stayed 2 nights and meals were nice both nights. We needed washing done and were able to pay 15 pounds for a small bag to be done for us, which saved having to go to Laundromat in Kirkwall. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities They are lovely people and it is a nice enough hotel. It’s in an out of the way location which was fine for us as we had a car. The food was ok. The room was light, clean and comfortable. ##### Anne Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities we had a bad credit card and they politely let us know to pay our dues with a new card which we just did - all is well kevin mcleod ##### Kevin Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert 2 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A beautifully restored building with rooms tastefully decorated and having views over the water. A warm welcome and great food served. Only sorry that I was there for one night. ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elise 11 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved it. Need a car to explore but that’s obvious ##### Elise Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon 18 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A hidden gem For someone who stays in hotels a lot The Sands was a wonderful experience. All the tiny things that you’d wish for in other hotels are just done perfectly here! I can’t recommend this hotel highly enough. The restaurant is great, breakfast is cooked to order so absolutely no food waste and the evening meals are delicious. ##### Simon Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 16 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Loyd, Scottsdale 6 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The property is somewhat remote and located in an industrial area with a boat repair adjacent. However, the hotel has a good restaurant and bar so we didn't feel the need to leave the property. ##### Loyd Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John 26 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent hotel in Burray Stayed at the Sands with my wife for one night. All the staff in the hotel we came into contact were very friendly and helpful. Our room was tastefully decorated and very comfortable.We enjoyed a beautiful evening meal in the restaurant and the cooked breakfast provided in the morning was one of the best I have had in any hotel.Our only complaint is we could only stay one night. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 4 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A gem in Orkney's crown This was an excellent hotel in a lovely location overlooking Watersound. We booked an apartment and were delighted with the spaciousness and facilities. It was spotless and looked like it had been recently refurbished. The staff couldn't have been more friendly and the food at breakfast and dinner was super, with a good choice of vegetarian and vegan dishes. We would highly recommend this hotel and will definitely stay there again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger 29 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Sands Hotel is a lovely small hotel in a tranquil island within the Orkneys. There is absolutely no noise in any of the rooms, they are equipped with WiFi and everything you need. The restaurant serves excellent-quality food with locally sourced ingredients. The staff are first rate, every single one of them. They helped us out with everything we needed. Very prompt and professional service. 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