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3.829.776 ₫ total

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24 Aug - 25 Aug

"If you are visiting Kirkwall do not hesitate to stay in this wonderful hostel"

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Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"This guesthouse has everything you need. It was immaculate, the breakfast was outstanding. The hosts were lovely and welcoming. Cannot recommend this place enough. Great location for exploring. "

The Stromness Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Pros: Friendly staff. Fantastic English breakfast. Great location, walking distance from the ferry terminal and all stores near the Stronmess waterfront. Even without an elevator, the parking location made it easy to access the room. Beds were clean and comfortable. Showers had nice high water pressure that gave a massage feeling. Cons: The building is historic, so the floors had older carpet. Newer flooring, e.g. newer carpet or luxury vinyl plank could improve the stay experience. Parking area had mosquitos after the rain. Mosquito counter measures may have been helpful. E.g. Spaying, stratgeically placed zappers, torches, etc... This was our first visit to the Orkney islands. We visited in August. Insect repellant is highly recommended when visiting certain areas on the island. The local people were all very friendly. Overall, the Stromness hotel was a great experience. My family and friends all had a fun time. We would stay at this hotel again if we were to visit the Orkney Islands."

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Kirkwall Hostels information

Number of reviews	43
Accommodation	2 Hostels
Lowest Price	2.452.830 ₫
Highest Price	3.191.480 ₫

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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 going out. If you're hoping to treat your taste buds while you're here, you can check out the bars.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kirkwall?

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 1080 mm.

What is there to see and do in Kirkwall?

Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover some places near Kirkwall. Get out into nature with places such as Scapa Beach, Mill Sand and Bay of Skaill. Cultural attractions include Orkney Museum, Orkney Wireless Museum and Stromness Museum. Visit landmarks such as 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 centre.

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