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Orkney – 56 hotels and places to stay

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Boasting lake views, Madras cottage Orkney features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 6.7 km from Maeshowe. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Mara Lodge B&B offers a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 10 km of Maeshowe and 12 km of Standing Stones of Stenness.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Evas Howe Lodge is set in Orkney, 10 km from Maeshowe and 11 km from Ring of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Situated in Twatt and only 13 km from Ring of Brogdar, Runa Guest House features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Located in Finstown and only 11 km from Maeshowe, Cottiscarth Cottages provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

    A recently renovated holiday home located in Orkney, Binnaquoy features a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

    Featuring sea views, Lilly's Lodges Orkney Butterfly Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 10 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Boasting sea views, Lilly's Lodges Orkney Hedgehog Lodge provides accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 10 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Best hotels with breakfast in Orkney and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

    Located on the shore of Harray Loch and family-run for over 30 years, the Merkister Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness.

    From US$200.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Utkanten, a property with a garden, is situated in Stromness, 7.5 km from Maeshowe, 8.8 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 7.7 km from Ness of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Offering garden views, Nether Onston Cottage is an accommodation situated in Stenness, 3.5 km from Maeshowe and 4.3 km from Ring of Brogdar.

  • Situated in Finstown and only 7.2 km from Maeshowe, Quina Holiday Home features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Set in Finstown and only 4.5 km from Maeshowe, Orkney Staycations - Thorvald offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Lochview

    Hotel in Swannay
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Offering a garden and lake view, Lochview is located in Swannay, 24 km from Maeshowe and 26 km from Standing Stones of Stenness. This apartment provides free private parking and luggage storage space.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews

    Kevara Shepherds Hut is situated in Finstown, 7 km from Ness of Brogdar, 17 km from Skara Brae, as well as 27 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Located in Finstown and only 4.9 km from Maeshowe, Kevara Self-Catering provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment offers accommodation with a patio.

Hotels located in the centre of Orkney

  • Kisumu

    Hotel in Orkney
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Located in Orkney and only 6.1 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Kisumu provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Franklin's View offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 9 km from Maeshowe.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views and hot tub is a recently renovated holiday home in Orkney, where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

    Offering inner courtyard views, The Studio is an accommodation situated in Orkney, 9.2 km from Maeshowe and 10 km from Ring of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Set in Orkney and only 14 km from Maeshowe, Riff Farmhouse, ideal for exploring Orkney offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    15 Queen Elizabeth Way, Kirkwall, a property with a garden, is situated in Orkney, 16 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 18 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Ness of Brogdar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Featuring a hot tub, Peedie Orkney Cottage is set in Orkney. This holiday home offers free private parking and private check-in and check-out.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Situated in Orkney and only 15 km from Maeshowe, 18 Gold Drive, Kirkwall, Orkney - OR00185F features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

What guests said about Orkney:

  • 10.0

    Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical...

    Besides the unpredictable weather, Orkney offers a magical environment with something to interest everyone - including history, archaeology, wildlife, fishing, walking, beautiful beaches and other landscapes. Kirkwall and Stromness are exceptional for sightseeing and Orcadians are so friendly and genuine.
    Guest review by
    Ronald
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    We stayed for three nights after eleven on Shetland.

    We stayed for three nights after eleven on Shetland. We found great gluten free eating options in Kirkwall (I will review on Find me Gluten Free). We arrived very late on Friday. Saturday we spent in the many museums, historic buildings, galleries and shops of Kirkwall. We did one day trip by bus and ferryl to the excellent Sccapa Flow museum. Unfortunately the only day we had to do this was Sunday, when the buses are infrequent, so we had to spend most of the day at Scarpa Flow. On the monday, we were on the late night ferry to Aberdeen, and could not stay or leave our luggage in the apartment. So we hired a car - and visited the prehistoric monuments and the museum in Stromness before spending some at Scapa Beach. We ate in The Storehouse restaurant, which was really hospitable and the food was amazing, then getting a taxi to the ferry termina. We had visited a couple of islands in Orkney before, but this was our first time in these parts - we will bve back!
    Guest review by
    Pat
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Historical sites-Skara Brae, Tomb of the Eagles, Brough of...

    Historical sites-Skara Brae, Tomb of the Eagles, Brough of Birsay, Ring of Brodgar and Stenness Standing stones are all amazing. Go to Hoy and visit (or stay at!) the Cantick Head Lighthouse and hike The Old Man of Hoy.
    Guest review by
    Jon
  • 10.0

    Great coastal hikes. Unbelievable archaeology.

    Great coastal hikes. Unbelievable archaeology. Mellow people. Decent public transportation on Mainland. Long, rich history. Beautiful place. Good charity shops and much locally made jewelry. Welcoming services at the cathedral and the Catholic Church. Good restaurants, but suggest you make reservations in advance.
    Guest review by
    Beth
    United States
  • 10.0

    The Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel are wonderful...

    The Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel are wonderful and full of fascinating wartime history. Maeshowe was a great visit with the commentary from our guide full of humour and interest. Ring of Brodgar and Stenness - atmospheric - as was Skara Brae. The St Magnus Cafe in Kirkwall is a great, casual eating place and the Ayre Hotel for something more formal - both with very good food.
    Guest review by
    Isobel
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    In our 2.5 day stay, we made every moment count.

    In our 2.5 day stay, we made every moment count. This is a beautiful place with majestic geologic features, beautiful landscapes with rolling hills of green lush grass and speckled with sheep (and lambs in May) and cattle (calves in May) and rock walls everywhere. We visited many neolithic sites, including Skara Brae and surrounding sites, all of which were an incredible historical markers, a kind of time travel experience. Visiting the Orkneys is an experience of a lifetime.
    Guest review by
    PK
    United States

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews
    The lodges were well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Very comfortable bed and a great view of the night sky from the hot tub. Dorothy is a very welcoming and thoughtful host and we really appreciated all the little extra touches including the milk, bread and butter and sweet treats. When we come back to Orkney we hope to stay at berstane again
    Guest review by
    Darren Paul
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    Perfect location for exploring Orkney and super wee cottage with everything supplied. It was a bit difficult to find -our satnav had difficulties to start off with. Only problem we found was finding an evening meal after 8pm after the ferry arriving at 8pm - I'd recommend taking food to heat up in the cottage for the 1st night if arriving on 8pm ferry.
    Guest review by
    Fiona
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
    While part of my reason for going was work but we also spent several additional days in Orkney. We have been visiting Orkney for many years. Initially we used our caravan but in recent years have been unable to do so. The accommodation we used the first two years was not available but Polrudden provided a very acceptable alternative.
    Guest review by
    Alexander
    United Kingdom
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
    Clean, central and well-equipped. Host was easily contactable. The flat was quiet (even during the weekend) and allowed for easy access as a base to explore the mainland (Orkney mainland). Shower was also powerful, which can sometimes be an issue in rented apartments.
    Guest review by
    Ian
    United Kingdom
  • From US$180.20 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews
    Beautiful house and amazing hosts, will be my future B&B in Orkney ongoing and looking forward to my next stay
    Guest review by
    Col_Robbo
    United Kingdom