Hotels in Kirkwall

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Where to stay in Kirkwall?

Front of property
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
The price is $139
$167 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Garden
The Sands Hotel
The Sands Hotel
The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
The price is $160
$192 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
The Sands Hotel
Restaurant
The Shore
The Shore
The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (173 reviews)
The price is $129
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
The Shore
Exterior
The Ayre Hotel
The Ayre Hotel
The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
The price is $91
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17
The Ayre Hotel
Sports bar
The Royal Hotel Stromness
The Royal Hotel Stromness
The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
The price is $222
$266 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Bar (on property)
The Orkney Hotel
The Orkney Hotel
The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (75 reviews)
The price is $157
$188 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
The Orkney Hotel
Front of property
The Stromness Hotel
The Stromness Hotel
The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (83 reviews)
The price is $90
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
The Stromness Hotel
Fireplace
Albert Hotel
Albert Hotel
Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264 reviews)
The price is $136
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Albert Hotel
Dining
Royal Oak Guest House
Royal Oak Guest House
Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
The price is $111
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Royal Oak Guest House
Front of property
Karrawa Guest House
Karrawa Guest House
Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
The price is $99
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Karrawa Guest House
Exterior
Grainbank Mews
Grainbank Mews
Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
The price is $95
$114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Grainbank Mews
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Celtic Lodges
Celtic Lodges
Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
The price is $114
$137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Celtic Lodges
Living room
The Steading
The Steading
The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is $1,144
$1,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14
The Steading
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.
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When is the best time to visit Kirkwall?

Our prices for hotels in Kirkwall are cheapest in February
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Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
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Typical weather for Kirkwall
January
High 8°C / low 5°C. Cloudy most days.
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Top landmarks in Kirkwall

St. Magnus Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

St. Magnus Cathedral

4.5/5 (60 reviews)
St. Magnus Cathedral is in the heart of Kirkwall, so why not stop by during your stay.
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Earl\'s Palace which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and building ruins

Earl's Palace

Earl's Palace is in the heart of Kirkwall, so why not stop by during your stay.
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Learn more about Kirkwall

Kirkwall is applauded for its cultural attractions such as Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. The city has something for everyone including bars along with sights like Highland Park Distillery and Scapa Distillery.

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St. Magnus Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, interior views and heritage elements

Check out reviews of Kirkwall hotels guests love

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room."
Duncan 5-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Ayre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Kirkwall?
The Orkney Hotel is an accommodation that is popular with guests.
Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Kirkwall?
Park your car for free at these properties: The Shore and St Ola Hotel.
Can I book refundable hotels in Kirkwall?
If you need the flexibility to change your travel plans to Kirkwall, most properties offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
What will the weather in Kirkwall be like during my trip?
August and July are typically the warmest months in Kirkwall when the average temp is 55°F. February and January are the coldest months when the average temperature is 44°F. October and November are the months with the most rain.
Why should I book my Kirkwall hotel with Hotels.com?
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