Hotels in Kirkwall

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Where to stay in Kirkwall?

1. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
$116
$139 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Ayre Hotel

2. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
Kirkwall
$148
$178 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
West End Guest House

3. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
$181
$218 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Albert Hotel

4. The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
$144
$285 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The Shore

5. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
$173
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Orkney Hotel

6. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
South Ronaldsay
$112
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Murray Arms Hotel

7. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
South Ronaldsay
$121
$145 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Anchorage

8. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
$98
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Stromness Hotel

9. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
Kirkwall
$259
$311 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

10. Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness
Stromness
$270
$324 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Ferry Inn Stromness

11. The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
Stromness
$270
$324 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Royal Hotel Stromness

12. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
$166
$199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Royal Oak Guest House

13. Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
Kirkwall
$147
$177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Karrawa Guest House

14. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Stromness
$138
$166 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

15. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
$155
$186 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Grainbank Mews

16. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
Burray
$246
$295 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
The Sands Hotel

17. Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
Dounby
$168
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Smithfield guesthouse

18. The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
Thurso
$134
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

19. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
Orphir
$155
$185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

20. Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
Thurso
$142
$172 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Celtic Lodges
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Check out pet-friendly hotels in Kirkwall

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
$116
$139 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Ayre Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
$173
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Orkney Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
South Ronaldsay
$112
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Murray Arms Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
$98
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Stromness Hotel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
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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Top landmarks in Kirkwall

A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.

St. Magnus Cathedral

9.4/10 (104 reviews)
St. Magnus Cathedral is in the heart of Kirkwall, so why not stop by during your stay.
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A stone staircase leading to a partially ruined stone building with a view of a town and greenery in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)
Earl's Palace is in the heart of Kirkwall, so why not stop by during your stay.
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A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.

Bishop's Palace

8.6/10 (44 reviews)
Bishop's Palace is in the heart of Kirkwall, so why not stop by during your stay.
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Highland Park Distillery

9.4/10 (18 reviews)
Highland Park Distillery is just one of the landmarks located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Kirkwall, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
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Orkney Museum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)
The center of Kirkwall is home to cultural attractions like Orkney Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Kirkwall has to offer, head to St. Magnus Cathedral, Earl's Palace, and Highland Park Distillery.
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Orkney Wireless Museum

10.0/10 (4 reviews)
The center of Kirkwall is home to cultural attractions like Orkney Wireless Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Kirkwall has to offer, head to St. Magnus Cathedral, Earl's Palace, and Highland Park Distillery.
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Scapa Beach

9.6/10 (14 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Scapa Beach, located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from central Kirkwall. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Mill Sand.
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Scapa Distillery

6.0/10 (1 review)
Scapa Distillery is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from central Kirkwall, 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 Beach.

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A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, large stained glass windows, and ornate wooden pews.

Check out reviews of Kirkwall hotels guests love

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Most of the rooms have been remodeled so it feels like a new hotel in a classic older Scottish building. Great owners, great service."
F David 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Royal Oak Guest House
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

8/10 Good
"Recently renovated room. Very comfortable and great shower."
machel 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Albert Hotel
Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Our lovely host Fiona gave us a warm welcome! Our room was cozy, comfortable and lacked nothing. Love the tea kettle in the room with a biscuit for bedtime. Easy parking, great breakfast, with something for everyone, even our vegan friend."
Lori 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Karrawa Guest House
Castleyards Apartment 1

Castleyards Apartment 1

8/10 Good
"We had difficulty working around the very small double bed that was in a space so small it was against the wall one side and had about 12 to 14 inches gap on the oyher side . Not good for the mature travellor."
Susan 3-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Castleyards Apartment 1
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

8/10 Good
"Hotel room was clean and comfortable. Restaurant food was good although the restaurant service was less than average."
Allen 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
The Ayre Hotel
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good
"Nice location in the town center. Parking available front and rear. Big clean bright rooms with great bed n and pillows and huge bathroom. Breakfast is very good, nice helpful staff and amazing choice of local drinks in the bar."
Masakazu 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Orkney Hotel
West End Guest House

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Had a lovely stay thank you."
Gordon 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
West End Guest House
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect 'utilitarian' accommodation for a fan of hostels ... ... The building is not particularly attractive and the rooms are basic and afford no good views ... However, the beds are comfortable, the many bathrooms/shower rooms are newly equipped and excellent, the kitchens are great, the dinning room large & practical, and the lounge very comfortable and equipped with board games & books along with comfy settees. The hostel is a few minutes walk into the centre of town and just a mile from a lovely swimming beach at Scapa where I swam every morning, except for a couple of mornings when I drove a little further to Inganess Beach which is beautiful. For me, so much nicer than a posh hotel because you can cook & eat at any time and fellow visitors always seem relaxed, friendly & chatty ... you just seem to get a much better class of person in a Scottish hostel!"
Mark 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Kirkwall?
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.
Where can I stay in Kirkwall if I want a reasonably priced accommodation?
West End Guest House, Garden House Rooms and Ayre Hotel are a few accommodations you might want to consider that'll save you money.
Where can I stay in Kirkwall if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 5 vacation homes. In addition, you can choose from 8 apartments.
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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