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Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Harriet
The price is ₩129,961
₩155,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Murray Arms Hotel
Front of property

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Beautiful place with great hosts"
United States
LINDA
The price is ₩185,194
₩222,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Front of property

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."
United Kingdom
Maya
The Stromness Hotel
Exterior

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (227 reviews)
"The staff at the Ayre were wonderful: warm, friendly, helpful, attentive. The room was ok, nothing special. Menu in the restaurant/pub was ok, nothing special. We were there over the New Year, stayed for 7 days... Again, the staff were wonderful!"
United States
Bree
The price is ₩131,585
₩157,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
The Ayre Hotel
Sports bar

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal."
Canada
Gered
The price is ₩224,183
₩269,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Fireplace

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (266 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."
Canada
Gered
The price is ₩197,378
₩236,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Albert Hotel
Restaurant

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (174 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want. "
United Kingdom
Lewis
The price is ₩186,812
₩224,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
The Shore
Bar (on property)

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (75 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place"
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is ₩227,438
₩272,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
The Orkney Hotel
Garden

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Loved the location, friendly staff, great pub, excellent meals. Room was perfect with a beautiful view of the water."
Canada
Gered
The price is ₩232,305
₩278,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
The Sands Hotel
Exterior

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is ₩133,210
₩159,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Grainbank Mews
Free daily full breakfast

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."
United Kingdom
Matthew Simon
The price is ₩134,834
₩161,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Karrawa Guest House
Dining

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Wonderful warm family atmosphere, great renovated rooms, excellent breakfast. Good location with a short walk to the center of Kirkwall and convenient parking. "
Canada
james
The price is ₩164,401
₩197,281 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Royal Oak Guest House
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Very nice accommodation "
United Kingdom
betzy
The price is ₩165,740
₩198,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Celtic Lodges
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Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The room was great! Tea, water and hot chocolate complementary in the room. Great restaurant with a separate pub. The staff were the major highlight! "
Nelson 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
The Sands Hotel

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Kirkwall Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,079
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩155,953
Highest Price
₩278,766

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kirkwall?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the bars.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Kirkwall?
Need some guidance on where to stay in Kirkwall? This hostel is popular: Kirkwall Youth Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and laundry facilities. You'll find showers and bed sheets in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kirkwall?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 44°F. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 43 inches.
What is there to see and do in Kirkwall?
Depending on your interests, you might like to explore some places near Kirkwall. Get out into nature with places like Scapa Beach, Mill Sand, and Bay of Skaill. Cultural attractions include Orkney Museum, Orkney Wireless Museum, and Corrigall Farm Museum. Visit landmarks like Maes Howe, Barony Mill, and Standing Stones of Stenness.
What's the best way to get to and around Kirkwall while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kirkwall on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kirkwall (KOI), 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away from the city center.