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The Sands Hotel, Orkney

Hotel in Burray Village

Set in a 19th-century building, The Sands Hotel, Orkney is situated along the shore of Scapa Flow in Burray village. It has a bar, a restaurant and beautiful sea views.

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Oana
From
Romania
Everything. Especially the cleanliness and the attention to details. Wonderful accommodation!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
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US$191.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Stronsay Hotel

Hotel in Whitehall

Stronsay Hotel has free bikes, garden, a restaurant and bar in Whitehall. The hotel features family rooms. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV.

J
Jörg
From
Germany
The hotel couple was very friendly and we had interesting conversations with them. The room was very nice and modern, and the bathroom and shower were very comfortable. The heater in the bathroom and the heater in the bedroom kept the rooms pleasantly warm. We could adjust both individually. We especially enjoyed the excellent food and service, which we were able to enjoy for six days.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews
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US$114.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbour. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi.

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leon
From
Australia
Warm, comfortable decor and ambiance. Clean, efficient bathroom facilities. Excellent dining and wining. lovely service.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,052 reviews
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US$174.44
1 night, 2 adults
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The Royal Hotel

Hotel in Stromness

Located in Stromness and with Standing Stones of Stenness reachable within 8.5 km, The Royal Hotel provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

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Dianne
From
New Zealand
Beautiful spacious room, with spacious modern bathroom and cosy bed. Lovely breakfasts, excellent cosy private bar. Parking close by/out front if you time it right. Staff - amazing! Chef so lovely and lady on breakfast duty also - helped set up so we could watch the All Blacks v England rugby match early in the morning. Chef also showed some interesting local events being the Orca visiting the harbour. Made us feel very welcome. Breakfasts were great - lots of choice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
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US$265.69
1 night, 2 adults
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Albert Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Featuring a bar, Albert Hotel is located in Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands region, 16 km from Maeshowe and 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness. This 3-star hotel offers room service.

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David
From
United Kingdom
There was nothing I didn’t like a perfect place to stay and staff great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
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US$216.71
1 night, 2 adults
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The Kirkwall Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Looking out across the harbour of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish en suite rooms.

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Brenda
From
United Kingdom
Where it was and all the history inside
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
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US$260.32
1 night, 2 adults
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The Orkney Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Located in Kirkwall, 2.8 km from Scapa Beach, The Orkney Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

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Cheryl
From
United Kingdom
From arrival we were met with a friendly lady on reception, unfortunately I can't remember her name but she was very helpful, professional and made us feel welcome. The hotel in general was clean, tidy and had a homely feel. Myself and my partner had a great sleep, comfortable bed and a warm and clean room. We were just a few minutes walk away from everything that we needed. We didn't use the other facilities in the hotel but we definitely will if we return again in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
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US$194.57
1 night, 2 adults
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The Shore

Hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.9 km from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.

R
Robin
From
Estonia
The Shore was perfect for my needs, it did everything I wanted.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
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US$213.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Stromabank Hotel, Longhope, Island of Hoy

Hotel in Stromness

Boasting a garden and a bar, Stromabank Hotel, Longhope, Island of Hoy is set in Stromness. There is a restaurant serving British cuisine, and free private parking is available.

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Alex
From
United Kingdom
amazing views from the restaurant and lovely cosy bar with fire. really comfy beds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
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US$206.11
1 night, 2 adults
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The Stromness Hotel

Hotel in Stromness

The Stromness Hotel is set in Stromness. This hotel offers free WiFi. Ring of Brogdar is 6 km away and Standing Stones of Stenness is 6 km from the hotel. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV.

J
Jasmine Sidney
From
Switzerland
Very beautiful Hotel in the perfect location with a lot of charme. We had a very nice time
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
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US$122.11
1 night, 2 adults
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Stronsay Hotel has free bikes, garden, a restaurant and bar in Whitehall. The hotel features family rooms. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

    Located in Stromness and with Standing Stones of Stenness reachable within 8.5 km, The Royal Hotel provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    The Taversoe has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Orkney. This 3-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. The hotel also features free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

    The Stromness Hotel is set in Stromness. This hotel offers free WiFi. Ring of Brogdar is 6 km away and Standing Stones of Stenness is 6 km from the hotel. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV.

    From US$217.38 per night

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  • Karrawa Guest House

    Kirkwall
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews
    Karrawa is a lovely home with a very comfortable guest room and an exquisitely appointed en-suite. Everything was so clean and Fyona was quite friendly snd welcoming. Our cooked breakfast was delicious. I wish we had been able to spend more time there.
    Guest review by
    Christine
    United States

  • Ferry Inn

    Stromness
    From US$295.21 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 309 reviews
    Perfectly situated to both explore mainland Orkney and catch the ferry, this room was extremely quiet and comfortable and the breakfast was absolutely superb.
    Guest review by
    Michael
    Austria

  • Castaway Guesthouse

    Kirkwall
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 257 reviews
    The breakfast was very good and she was able to adjust for my GF needs. The location was an excellent starting point for exploring Orkney.
    Guest review by
    Rhonda
    Canada

  • Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

    Kirkwall
    From US$140.89 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,052 reviews
    Warm, comfortable decor and ambiance. Clean, efficient bathroom facilities. Excellent dining and wining. lovely service.
    Guest review by
    leon
    Australia

  • Stromness Apartments

    Stromness
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews
    It was in a peaceful but convenient location for the town and harbour. The property itself was lovely and cosy.
    Guest review by
    Carolyn
    United Kingdom

  • The Sands Hotel, Orkney

    Burray Village
    From US$280.45 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
    Everything. Especially the cleanliness and the attention to details. Wonderful accommodation!
    Guest review by
    Oana
    Romania

  • The Stromness Hotel

    Stromness
    From US$217.38 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews
    Very beautiful Hotel in the perfect location with a lot of charme. We had a very nice time
    Guest review by
    Jasmine Sidney
    Switzerland

  • The Shore

    Kirkwall
    From US$237.51 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews
    The Shore was perfect for my needs, it did everything I wanted.
    Guest review by
    Robin
    Estonia

  • The Kirkwall Hotel

    Kirkwall
    From US$324.73 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 358 reviews
    Where it was and all the history inside
    Guest review by
    Brenda
    United Kingdom

  • Buxa Farm Chalets

    Orphir
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
    Beatiful localisatio on thevsea shore
    Guest review by
    Krzysztof
    Poland

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  • 10.0

    Kirkwall is worth visiting.

    Kirkwall is worth visiting. It is clean and tidy with local attractions worth visiting. It is a lovely town with all the facilities needed if exploring further afield is not your thing. Ferries to outlying islands are in the harbour with other ferry terminals being only a short distance away. Car hire is and worthwhile and makes exploring the island easy. There seems to be a very effective bus service in Kirkwall too, just an short walk from the centre.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical...

    Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical environment with something to interest everyone - including history, archaeology, wildlife, fishing, walking, beautiful beaches and other landscapes. Kirkwall and Stromness are exceptional for sightseeing and Orcadians are so friendly and genuine.
    Guest review by
    Ronald
    United Kingdom
  • 2.0

    The Orkneys was vey beautiful with fantastic scenery but...

    The Orkneys was vey beautiful with fantastic scenery but our trip was spoilt by the Stromness Hotel that we stayed at. (BIG MISTAKE). The owners should go to school and learn how to run a hospitality business as they haven't got a clue, unless you are the same ethnicity as them.
    Guest review by
    David
    Canada
  • 10.0

    We thought the village of St Margarets Hope was the...

    We thought the village of St Margarets Hope was the prettiest of all the villages on Orkney; there is a lovely bay and harbour with two old fashioned inns in which to stay or eat. There are some lovely walks out of the village and a ferry that goes from the harbour to the Scottish mainland in one hour.
    Guest review by
    Jane
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Lovely and quiet village with all the essentials but lacking...

    Lovely and quiet village with all the essentials but lacking evening meal options during the week. However Kirkwall is only 6 miles away with restaurants, takeaways and larger shops. Stenness and Brodgar are on the doorstep so really handy for early morning or late evening visits as alternative to the busier times. A great base from which to visit all of the sites of the North and West coasts. There is a good walk up the hill behind the village that takes in some modern stone pillars and a much older, more interesting Neolithic cairn. It's also possible to follow the marked St Magnus trail over the brow to get a view not only over Finstown but to the coast on the other since of the hill.
    Guest review by
    Andy Revell
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    We have visited Orkney a number of times but have always...

    We have visited Orkney a number of times but have always been based around Stromness. It was nice to see another part of the island. The Sands Hotel is within easy walking distance and serves lunch and dinner.
    Guest review by
    Amanda
  • 10.0

    Well worth the ferry ride and then some!

    Well worth the ferry ride and then some! Between Stromness and Kirkwall, neolithic and medieval ruins, beautiful scenery, the creative trail, educational opportunities, shops and cafes and restaurants and bars, there is so much to see on the Orkney Islands -- we just barely scratched the surface. We didn't even get off the main island, much to my regret. Seriously: However much time you're planning to spend here, double it, then triple that. It still won't be enough.
    Guest review by
    Kathryn
    United States
  • 10.0

    Our favourite places in Toab were the lovely sandy beaches...

    Our favourite places in Toab were the lovely sandy beaches which had an abundance of wildlife and flowers. We chose to eat at Sheila Fleet's Kirk cafe which had a choice of interesting dishes, but most importantly for us - a delicious vegan dish which we loved. The roads in Toab are easy to get around on and around every corner there are gorgeous views, little stone Orkney houses and fields of inquisitive cows! The wide open views of sea and sky are breathtaking, as are the gorgeous blues and turquoise colours that flood your senses.
    Guest review by
    Christina
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Sanday is a hidden gem.

    Sanday is a hidden gem. It has the beauty of long white beaches with gentle waves and a warmth of light that on its own is worth the long long journey: but add in the fact that in our month long travel around Scotland via West coast islands and mainland (including Skye) this was the only place with cafes and restaurants open and varied in August plus the variety and offer in the two island shops, it was the most welcoming and comfortable place we stayed.
    Guest review by
    Raine
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    The location is in mainland Orkney.

    The location is in mainland Orkney. It is situated between Kirkwall and Stromness and not far from any of the tourist sites. It's a short drive to the Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar and nature reserve. It's not a long drive to the Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel. The only downside is if you want to eat out at night you have to either go to Kirkwall or Stromness to find it. We ate at the Kirkwall Hotel and the food was very good, the service excellent and fast. For nature/bird lovers, it isn't far from the Hobbister reserve, nor is it far to go to get to the Loons reserve. The reserve at the Birsay moor hide is a little further but worth it to see Red Throated Divers and chicks. The Earls Bu and Orphir round church are well worth a visit. St Magnus Cathedral is free. Everything is in reasonable distance, a trip to Deerness to see the Gloup is amazing. And the wartime history from both world wars is all around the island.
    Guest review by
    amanda
    United Kingdom