Kirkwall Holiday Rentals, Scotland: Private House Rentals

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1. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

3.934.971 ₫

4.721.965 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

Superior Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

2. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Cynthia

4.815.932 ₫

5.779.118 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

3. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Julie

3.303.614 ₫

3.964.336 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

4. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Stromness

Thomas

7.106.440 ₫

8.527.728 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

5. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Tim

2.936.545 ₫

3.523.854 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

Kirkwall

6.815.722 ₫

8.178.867 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

7. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

4.551.763 ₫

5.461.975 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

8. Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness

Roger

7.106.440 ₫

8.527.728 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

9. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

"The hotel is a lovely old building, having said that it's in need of investment, carpets showing there age, old miss matched furniture, the beds, well the bedding was clean but I think noah slept on them when they were new, as for staff except for check-in we didn't see any, I suppose i could have gone looking, but should I really need to. Saying that great location, but old and used, because of that I would say overpriced."

Anderw

4.082.973 ₫

4.899.568 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

10. 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

3.419.651 ₫

7.063.619 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

11. 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

4.140.529 ₫

4.968.635 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

12. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall

Shawn

2.334.554 ₫

2.801.465 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

13. The Anchorage

South Ronaldsay

Neil

2.819.085 ₫

3.382.902 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity

14. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

6.460.283 ₫

7.752.480 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

15. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

Jeremy

4.199.260 ₫

5.039.112 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

16. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Douglas

4.199.260 ₫

5.039.112 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

17. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Peter

3.641.316 ₫

4.369.579 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

18. Smithfield guesthouse

Dounby

"My second time staying here, and I will be back. The room was spacious super clean and comfy and the woman on reception couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. It's a shame they don't reopen the restaurant for evening meals though, I'm sure they would be busy every night. The Co-op has changed to an Asda - it's right across the road and the hotel offers wine glasses in the lounge if you bring a bottle in to your room. Very nice place."

Jane

4.407.167 ₫

5.288.600 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Living area

19. Celtic Lodges

Thurso

Russell

3.513.460 ₫

4.258.439 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking (Raven Room)

20. Burnside Cottage

Wick

Stacey

7.047.709 ₫

7.047.709 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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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 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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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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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 church interior with high vaulted ceilings, red brick columns, wooden pews, and a central aisle leading to a stained glass window.

Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice location in the town center. Parking available front and rear. Big clean bright rooms with great bed n and pillows and huge bathroom. Breakfast is very good, nice helpful staff and amazing choice of local drinks in the bar."

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel has clearly just been refurbished and the entrance area was very nice indeed. I was later checking in and had to wait a wee bit until helped by a member of staff - wasn’t a huge issue for me though. The room itself was lovely - spotless and stylish. Didn’t have breakfast as I was leaving early."

Karrawa Guest House

8/10 Good

"Plenty of parking"

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Top notch!"

Smithfield guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Easy parking and my room was spotlessly clean, breakfast was cooked to order and was delicious No meals in the evening was the only downside but I was able to get evening meals without having to travel too far"

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect 'utilitarian' accommodation for a fan of hostels ... ... The building is not particularly attractive and the rooms are basic and afford no good views ... However, the beds are comfortable, the many bathrooms/shower rooms are newly equipped and excellent, the kitchens are great, the dinning room large & practical, and the lounge very comfortable and equipped with board games & books along with comfy settees. The hostel is a few minutes walk into the centre of town and just a mile from a lovely swimming beach at Scapa where I swam every morning, except for a couple of mornings when I drove a little further to Inganess Beach which is beautiful. For me, so much nicer than a posh hotel because you can cook & eat at any time and fellow visitors always seem relaxed, friendly & chatty ... you just seem to get a much better class of person in a Scottish hostel!"

The Sands Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The manager Bryce gave us excellent recommendations for dights to see at the south end of the island and where to park on a weekend in Kirkwall. Such a unique setting and quiet."

Grainbank Mews

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful place to stay when visiting Orkney. Ideal location to get to all the sights. Accommodation was perfect and Albert and Aileen couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

2.334.554 ₫

2.801.465 ₫ total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

Celtic Lodges

White Bridge, Scarfskerry Thurso Scotland

3.513.460 ₫

4.258.439 ₫ total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

4.082.973 ₫

4.899.568 ₫ total

3 Oct - 4 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (94 reviews)

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

4.140.529 ₫

4.968.635 ₫ total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

4.199.260 ₫

5.039.112 ₫ total

3 Oct - 4 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

6.460.283 ₫

7.752.480 ₫ total

4 Sept - 5 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)

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What's the seasonal weather like in Kirkwall?

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.

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Our top choices for Kirkwall hotels

1. Grainbank Mews

2. Albert Hotel

3. The Ayre Hotel

4. The Royal Hotel Stromness

5. Murray Arms Hotel

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

7. The Orkney Hotel

8. Ferry Inn Stromness

9. The Stromness Hotel

10. The Shore

11. West End Guest House

12. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

13. The Anchorage

14. The Sands Hotel

15. Royal Oak Guest House

16. Karrawa Guest House

17. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

18. Smithfield guesthouse

19. Celtic Lodges

20. Burnside Cottage

Stay near popular Kirkwall attractions

St. Magnus Cathedral

Earl's Palace

Bishop's Palace

Highland Park Distillery

Orkney Wireless Museum

Orkney Museum

Scapa Beach

Scapa Distillery

Learn more about Kirkwall

Top Kirkwall Hotel Reviews

The Orkney Hotel

Albert Hotel

Karrawa Guest House

West End Guest House

Ferry Inn Stromness

Smithfield guesthouse

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

The Sands Hotel

Grainbank Mews

More cheap stays in Kirkwall

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Celtic Lodges

The Stromness Hotel

West End Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

The Sands Hotel

Hotels in Kirkwall with star rating

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