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Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

2 out of 5
Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $198 total per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
$198 total
per night
Aug 1 - Aug 2
This guesthouse doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities are also ...
"Such attentive, friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble and a great breakfast!"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

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Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse

3 out of 5
Dounby Dounby Scotland
The price is $190 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$190 total
per night
Jul 26 - Jul 27
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this inn. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. Luggage ...
"The landlady was charmed by and gracious and very helpful. Would stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2024

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The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness

3 out of 5
55-57 Victoria St Stromness Scotland
The price is $264 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$264 total
per night
Jul 25 - Jul 26
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this inn. Guests will appreciate free perks like full breakfast and WiFi in public areas. A lobby fireplace, dry ...
"This hotel was very convenient for a stay off the ferry from Scrabster. It was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

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Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

3 out of 5
10 John Street, Orkney Stromness Scotland
The price is $220 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$220 total
per night
Jul 26 - Jul 27
This traditional hotel features 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Guests will appreciate free perks like full breakfast and WiFi in public areas. Self parking, ...
"Restaurant quality food in the pub and great selection of drinks was an added bonus."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $162 total per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
$162 total
per night
Aug 1 - Aug 2
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. Luggage storage ...
"I fell in love with Orkney and it was completely unexpected. I expected to like it just fine but I truly didn't want to leave. This hotel has comfortable rooms and a delicious restaurant that capped off our days of exploring."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 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 $314 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$314 total
per night
Jul 25 - Jul 26
This hotel features a bar/lounge, free WiFi in public areas, and luggage storage.
"Shore hotel is an annexe to the Kirkwall hotel where you have breakfast. The food there was very good and the staff were friendly and helpful , I complained about everything in my room and was told housekeeping would be told . I also asked why there were no gluten free sausages at breakfast. I had ..."

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2026

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

2 out of 5
Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $115 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$115 total
per night
Jul 26 - Jul 27
This hostel features a restaurant, free WiFi in public areas, and a garden. A snack bar/deli, a communal living room, and luggage storage are also on offer.
"Clean room and commons nice location."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

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The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $189 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$189 total
per night
Jul 26 - Jul 27
A coffee shop and free WiFi in public areas are available at this hotel.
"Charming older hotel, great location a short walk from the ferry terminal.A bit on the worn out side, but clean and comfortable. No elevator that I saw and there is a 1 story walk up to reception, I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone with mobility issues. The parking at the back is limited and a little ..."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

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Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
The price is $240 total per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
$240 total
per night
Jul 31 - Aug 1
This hotel features a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi in public areas is free. A coffee shop, express check-out, and dry cleaning are also on offer.
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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

5 out of 5
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"I fell in love with Orkney and it was completely unexpected. I expected to like it just fine but I truly didn't want to leave. This hotel has comfortable rooms and a delicious restaurant that capped off our days of exploring."
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