Kirkwall Holiday Rentals, Scotland: Private House Rentals

A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a kettle, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

1. West End Guest House

Kirkwall

"A very friendly welcome, they were happy to accommodate our very late (11.30pm) arrival after we travelled there on the ferry. The owners have recently taken it over and in the last few weeks completed an overhaul of the bar/restaurant area which looks lovely. We didn't try the evening meals but the breakfasts were phenomenal, a proper Scottish breakfast that really sets you up for the day. Very friendly hosts helped us to work out what to do during the day and suggested good walks and so...

Tanya

1.965.994 ₫

2.359.193 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.

A stone building with a sign for the Albright Hotel.

A bar area with wooden beams, stone flooring, and stools.

2. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Debra

3.597.200 ₫

4.316.640 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

A pool table in a bar area with wooden flooring and green walls.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and a window.

3. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Carolyn

2.188.990 ₫

2.626.788 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.

A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a blue and white bedspread, and two blue pillows. There is a small table with a lamp and a chair in front of a window with curtains.

A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

4. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

4.416.478 ₫

5.299.637 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.

A restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a plaid headboard, a bedside lamp, a wooden nightstand with a phone, and a chair by a window.

A hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.

5. The Shore

Kirkwall

"We were very pleasantly surprised to learn our 1 room family suite had 2 separate bedrooms. Beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was nice. Only issues were that we only had 1 key which made it tricky every time we went separate places. Also there was an illuminated exit sign in the king bedroom we had to cover up it was so bright, and when others shut their doors it would thump ours. Loved the skylights, was a bit stuffy but those helped. Loved the breakfast!"

Beth

1.893.509 ₫

5.144.409 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A living room with a sofa, television, fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a black chair, a wall clock, a refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.

A dark-colored sectional sofa with two pillows, a remote control on a small table, and a window with patterned curtains.

6. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

4.673.083 ₫

5.607.699 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a skylight, two bedside lamps, a radiator, and a yellow pillow.

A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a pot on the counter, and a person cooking.

A stone structure with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood, walk-ins, dog-friendly, and beer garden.

7. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Jan

1.573.783 ₫

1.888.540 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."

A harbor with boats docked, a crane, and a building with a flat roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.

8. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

Hamish

2.996.484 ₫

3.595.781 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A building with a sign that reads 'ROYAL HOTEL'.

A neatly made bed with pillows and a blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a painting on the wall.

9. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Stromness

5.980.492 ₫

7.176.590 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a clock on the wall, and a view through the windows.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

A room with two single beds, each with a blue bedspread and white pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds and a curtain.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

10. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

F David

3.761.033 ₫

4.513.240 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

A house with a covered patio, a garage, and a snow-covered yard.

A sign for Karrawa Guest House, indicating no vacancies, fully ensuited, with WiFi and guest parking, and located at the entrance on Inganness Road.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

11. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Gerald

2.507.241 ₫

3.008.826 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.

A beach with the words "GRANBANK NEWS EST 2021" written in the sand.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a door with the number 3.

A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.

12. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

3.390.628 ₫

4.068.753 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a front porch with a bench.

A two-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a driveway.

A kitchen counter with various food items and kitchenware, including a fruit bowl, a juice container, and a container of Greek yogurt.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

13. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Claudia

3.533.091 ₫

4.239.709 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a wall-mounted picture frame.

A staircase with wooden railings leading to a landing. A red chair is positioned near a window with a curtain.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a plaid curtain.

14. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

4.074.452 ₫

4.889.343 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a door, and a window.

A row of wooden cabins with outdoor seating, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and tall trees.

A cozy living area with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

A compact living space with a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a kitchen area.

15. Celtic Lodges

Thurso

Haihan

2.752.501 ₫

3.344.030 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A small building with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a window.

A room with a metal-framed bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a stone wall, and a bed with a floral duvet.

A room with two beds, a fireplace, a chair, and a radiator.

A gated area with a dog, a metal staircase, and a building with a sign.

16. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

Orphir

4.005.500 ₫

4.806.600 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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Stay near popular Kirkwall attractions

St. Magnus Cathedral

9.4/10 (104 reviews)

St. Magnus Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Kirkwall, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

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An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)

After visiting Earl's Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kirkwall. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.

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A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.

Bishop's Palace

8.6/10 (44 reviews)

After visiting Bishop's Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kirkwall. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.

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Highland Park Distillery

9.4/10 (18 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kirkwall when you spend time at Highland Park Distillery. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

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Orkney Museum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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Scapa Beach

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Scapa Beach during your trip to Kirkwall? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Scapa Distillery

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Scapa Distillery during your travels to Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Orkney Wireless Museum

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Orkney Wireless Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

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Learn more about Kirkwall

The medieval St. Magnus Cathedral towers over Kirkwall's cobbled streets, where you'll find Highland Park distillery tours and Viking artefacts at the museum. Ferries depart for day trips to Orkney's ancient sites like Skara Brae and the Ring of Brodgar standing stones.

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A historic church with a prominent tower and a large rose window.

Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Celtic Lodges

10/10 Excellent

"Wayne is super helpful! lovely stop for a nice, clean lodge."

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staff really friendly and helpful, nice quiet room as we had our dog. Lovely breakfast."

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable rooms, great breakfasts"

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"The owner was so warm, hospitable, and willing to help with any problems I had. He really went out t of his way to make me feel comfortable and cared for. Breakfast was wonderful---lots of hotels and cold choices in a clean, cozy breakfast room. Parking lot was easy to enter and leave with ample space for all cars."

The Sands Hotel

8/10 Good

"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 - food was fine - and a bar and friendly barman. Staff were lovely altogether. I have never been to Orkney before so can’t make any comparisons but I suspect this may be among the better places to stay. Lots of room to park the car. Sea view."

Castleyards Apartment 1

8/10 Good

"We had difficulty working around the very small double bed that was in a space so small it was against the wall one side and had about 12 to 14 inches gap on the oyher side . Not good for the mature travellor."

Murray Arms Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"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."

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

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