Shapinsay Travel Guide

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A coastal landscape with a body of water, grassy fields, and a barbed wire fence.
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A wetland with multiple water bodies and a grassy landscape.
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A coastal cliff with layered rock formations and a calm sea.
A coastal landscape with grassy fields, rocky shores, and a distant shoreline.
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A rocky coastal landscape with grass and a stone wall.
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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is 3.871.725 ₫ per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
3.871.725 ₫
4.646.070 ₫ total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (261 reviews)
"Hotel was great"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
The price is 5.340.329 ₫ per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
5.340.329 ₫
6.408.395 ₫ total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (297 reviews)
"The room was nice and comfortable - no issues at all"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Albert Hotel
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
The price is 4.834.317 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
4.834.317 ₫
5.801.181 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stromness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Piers Art Centre ...
The Stromness Hotel
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Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages

Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages

3 out of 5
Kettletoft Sanday Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Sanday. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Tofts Ness and Quoyness Chambered Tomb are located nearby.
Orkney Retreats Ltd Island Farmhouses & Cottages
Stromness Apartments

Stromness Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Milldam, Cauldhame Road, Orkney Stromness Scotland
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Stromness. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Family friendly and very quiet. Well positioned for visiting the main island. Would recommend."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Stromness Apartments
Castleyards Apartment 1

Castleyards Apartment 1

3 out of 5
1 West Castle Street Kirkwall Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Kirkwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Great spot, lovely accommodation along with very pleasant and helpful owners"

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Castleyards Apartment 1
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Balfour Castle

6.6/10 (4 reviews)
After visiting Balfour Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shapinsay. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Cities near Shapinsay

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

Kirkwall