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The Sands Hotel
"This was expensive for what it was but I guess there are a lot of tourists in Orkney and not a lot of accommodation! Over £200 a night for a small room, double bed (not king). The rate did include breakfast, which was adequate (order from list the night before). The hotel did have a restaurant - ..."
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Murray Arms Hotel
"We loved the tour of the facility and our room. Help with parking was so useful for ease of getting out of the lot. My wife needed medicine kept cold and ice packs frozen and had no issues having this done for us. Because we were leaving before breakfast a to go meal was provided for us."
Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

Albert Hotel
"Great location, central to everything and easy to get to from the North Link Ferry. Orkney is lovely and the people wonderful IF you stop and listen. Will be back."
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Ferry Inn Stromness
"Wonderful staff!"
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

The Ayre Hotel
"The apartment is nice and clean but lacks charm or personality, I could be anywhere in the world. I wanted to look and feel like I’m in Orkney. Otherwise, it’s fine. Good convenient parking, with a nice restaurant and a proper boozer."
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026

West End Guest House
"Had a lovely stay thank you."
Reviewed on Aug 23, 2026

The Orkney Hotel
"Staff really friendly and helpful, nice quiet room as we had our dog. Lovely breakfast."
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

The Stromness Hotel

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Shapinsay Hotel & Travel Guide
You won't find any Travelocity-featured places to stay within Shapinsay. There are, however, 3 rooms within convenient driving distance.
The closest Travelocity-listed accommodation is the Albert Hotel, Scotland, which is situated 6 miles (10 kilometers) from the downtown precinct of Shapinsay. Also, you could stay at the Murray Arms Hotel, located in Scotland, which is 16 miles (26 kilometers) away from the city center.
The Inn Guest House and also the Karrawa Guest House are good options to explore. The Inn Guest House is located 11 miles (18 kilometers) from the heart of Shapinsay. The Karrawa Guest House can be found 6 miles (10 kilometers) away. Alternatively, you may like to explore the option of staying at the St Ola Hotel. It is 6 miles (10 kilometers) from the heart of Shapinsay.
Plan on flying to Shapinsay? The most convenient airport is Kirkwall Airport, situated 7 miles (11 kilometers) away from Shapinsay's center. Book a room close by at the Karrawa Guest House.
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The Ayre Hotel
"The apartment is nice and clean but lacks charm or personality, I could be anywhere in the world. I wanted to look and feel like I’m in Orkney. Otherwise, it’s fine. Good convenient parking, with a nice restaurant and a proper boozer."
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