Rousay

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Lane near Brendale On a glorious day. Egilsay in the middle distance with the Holm of Scockness in front. Eday on the horizon.
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Wasbister Loch on Rousay. Wasbister Loch on the north of Rousay (Orkney)looking over to Westray. At the left hand side of the loch can be seen The Burrian - believed to be a 'crannog' or artificial island.
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Westness and Eynhallow Sound With the island of Eynhallow to the left, and Costa Hill on Mainland, beyond. This side of Rousay is relatively sheltered, and quite wooded as a consequence.
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The track back Looking towards Eynhallow Sound, Eynhallow to the right and Mainland (as in Mainland Orkney) beyond.
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Mid Howe chambered cairn, near to Westness, Orkney Islands, Great Britain. The shed has been built by Historic Scotland to protect the chambered cairn of Mid Howe. The doorway to the left provides free access at all times.
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is ₩124,929 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
₩124,929
per night
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (231 reviews)
Restaurant was excellent. Had dinner there 4 nights. Staff was helpful and courteous.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

The Ayre Hotel
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi, housekeeping, and a coffee shop/cafe. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (84 reviews)
The hotel closed all food and beverage service. There was a notice on their website but no notice on Expedia. The surrounding town was largely closed too, so being without food options was not acceptable. The hotel emailed to confirm my reservation. I complained and asked for a cancellation and refund. ...

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

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The Shore

The Shore

3 out of 5
Shore Street Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩191,551 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩191,551
per night
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and Orkney Museum ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (174 reviews)
Functional and practical

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

The Shore
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Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages

Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages

3 out of 5
Kettletoft Sanday Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Sanday. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions Quoyness Chambered Tomb and Tofts Ness are located nearby.
Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages
Stromness Apartments

Stromness Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Milldam, Cauldhame Road, Orkney Stromness Scotland
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Stromness. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Rural but walk to city
Fantastic location, farmland but walking distance to town. Home-like.

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Stromness Apartments
Withi-gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views

Withi-gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views

3 out of 5
Stromness Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Standing Stones of Stenness and Maes Howe are located ...
Withi-gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views
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Popular places to visit

Trumland House

You can find out about the history of Rousay with a trip to Trumland House. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's hot springs.

Trumland House

Midhowe Cairn

You can find out about the history of Rousay with a trip to Midhowe Cairn. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

Midhowe Cairn

Prehistoric Sites

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Rousay when you spend time at Prehistoric Sites. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's countryside.

Prehistoric Sites