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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.

1. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Debra

3.603.094 ₫

4.323.713 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A billiards room with tables, chairs, and a bar area with patrons.

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

2. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Carolyn

2.189.722 ₫

2.627.667 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

3. 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

1.969.216 ₫

2.363.060 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.

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

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.

4. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

4.423.714 ₫

5.308.320 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 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 hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.

A harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

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

1.896.611 ₫

5.152.837 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

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

6. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

Donna

3.595.959 ₫

4.315.151 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

7. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

4.680.740 ₫

5.616.888 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A room with a desk, a chair, a bulletin board with notices, a mirror, and a door.

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.

8. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

F David

3.767.195 ₫

4.520.634 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

9. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Claudia

3.538.880 ₫

4.246.656 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork above it, and a potted plant to the right.

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.

10. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Gerald

2.511.349 ₫

3.013.756 ₫ 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 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.

A detailed pencil drawing of a brick building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a door.

11. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

3.396.183 ₫

4.075.420 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

A room with a wooden door, an exit sign, a small desk with a lamp, a stone wall, and framed pictures.

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

12. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

Orphir

4.012.063 ₫

4.814.476 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

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

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

13. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

4.081.128 ₫

4.897.354 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

14. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Jan

1.574.310 ₫

1.889.172 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Ancient stone structures on a grassy hillside overlooking a beach.

Skara Brae

9.8/10 (128 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Stromness with a visit to Skara Brae. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

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

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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A group of people walking on a grassy path with stone structures in the distance and a lake in the background.

Ring of Brogdar

9.6/10 (54 reviews)

Find out about the history of Stromness when you spend time at Ring of Brogdar. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

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A grassy field with a dirt path leading to a hill with a small structure.

Maes Howe

9.4/10 (21 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Stenness with a trip to Maes Howe. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

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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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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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Stromness Museum

9.0/10 (20 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Stromness Museum during your trip to Stromness. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Explore attractions like Maes Howe and Standing Stones of Stenness as you discover things to see and do in Mainland.

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A stone structure with a bench and a stone wall, overlooking a beach and the ocean.

Top Mainland 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."

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, clean and conveniently located. Breakfast was great and the owners were incredibly helpful. Really enjoyed my stay."

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good

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

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful staff!"

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable rooms, great breakfasts"

Stromness Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Property was as expected. Very convenient for our 3 day stay."

Graemeshall House

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely and accommodating host with lots of local knowledge and history. Spacious, comfortable and private rooms. Breakfast was delicious with a great selection. Would come back any day and highly recommend to anyone. The personal touch and interaction with the host was appreciated and the perfect touch one would ask for a true Bed and Breakfast experience."

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."

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

More cheap stays in Mainland

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

1.969.216 ₫

2.363.060 ₫ total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

3.595.959 ₫

4.315.151 ₫ total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

3.767.195 ₫

4.520.634 ₫ total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

4.081.128 ₫

4.897.354 ₫ total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

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8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

Garden House Rooms

New Scapa Rd Kirkwall Scotland

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Our top choices for Mainland hotels

1. Albert Hotel

2. The Ayre Hotel

3. West End Guest House

4. The Orkney Hotel

5. The Shore

6. The Stromness Hotel

7. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

8. Royal Oak Guest House

9. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

10. Karrawa Guest House

11. Grainbank Mews

12. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

13. The Sands Hotel

14. Murray Arms Hotel

Stay near popular Mainland attractions

Skara Brae

St. Magnus Cathedral

Ring of Brogdar

Maes Howe

Earl's Palace

Highland Park Distillery

Orkney Museum

Stromness Museum

Learn more about Mainland

Top Mainland Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

The Orkney Hotel

Ferry Inn Stromness

Karrawa Guest House

Stromness Apartments

Graemeshall House

Royal Oak Guest House

West End Guest House

More cheap stays in Mainland

West End Guest House

The Stromness Hotel

Royal Oak Guest House

The Sands Hotel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Garden House Rooms

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