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The Sands Hotel, Orkney

Hotel in Burray Village

Set in a 19th-century building, The Sands Hotel, Orkney is situated along the shore of Scapa Flow in Burray village. It has a bar, a restaurant and beautiful sea views.

T
Teresa Raciti
From
Italy
Our room and ensuite was very spacious and clean. Little extras in addition to tea and coffee were very much appreciated. All the staff from reception to restaurant were so helpful and attentive. Location was very handy to St Margaret's Hope ferry. Great range of menu in restaurant for breakfast and dinner. It was obvious that many of the locals also come to enjoy the restaurant. Would highly recommend The Sands.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
Price from
US$297.08
1 night, 2 adults

Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments

Hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney, family-run Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments overlooks Kirkwall harbour. It offers local produce in its restaurant and traditionally styled rooms, with free Wi-Fi.

A
Anna
From
Poland
Very good localisation. Big parking . Nice breakfast. Good restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,055 reviews
Price from
US$273.45
1 night, 2 adults

The Royal Hotel

Hotel in Stromness

Located in Stromness and with Standing Stones of Stenness reachable within 8.5 km, The Royal Hotel provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

M
Maxine
From
United Kingdom
The team were amazing, Karen with a warm welcome. Ronnie for a spot on breakfast. Nicole the hostess was fabulous. Cameron and Adam made sure our glasses were not empty. The food was truly delicious. Location is beautiful and the rooms were very clean and well presented.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$326.78
1 night, 2 adults

Albert Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Featuring a bar, Albert Hotel is located in Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands region, 16 km from Maeshowe and 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness. This 3-star hotel offers room service.

P
Philippe
From
France
Nice hotel in the center of town. Confortable room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
Price from
US$333.54
1 night, 2 adults

The Shore

Hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands region, The Shore is located 1.9 km from Highland Park Distillery. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The hotel has family rooms.

S
Sara
From
United Kingdom
Lovely room good location pet friendly and friendly staff Good food in the Kirkwall Hotel next door
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
US$310.58
1 night, 2 adults

The Kirkwall Hotel

Hotel in Kirkwall

Looking out across the harbour of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish en suite rooms.

H
Heiko
From
Germany
very, very friendly people working in the grandiose hotel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
Price from
US$560.40
1 night, 2 adults

Stromabank Hotel, Longhope, Island of Hoy

Hotel in Stromness

Boasting a garden and a bar, Stromabank Hotel, Longhope, Island of Hoy is set in Stromness. There is a restaurant serving British cuisine, and free private parking is available.

A
Alex
From
United Kingdom
amazing views from the restaurant and lovely cosy bar with fire. really comfy beds.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
Price from
US$207.41
1 night, 2 adults

The Stromness Hotel

Hotel in Stromness

The Stromness Hotel is set in Stromness. This hotel offers free WiFi. Ring of Brogdar is 6 km away and Standing Stones of Stenness is 6 km from the hotel. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV.

C
Corson
From
New Zealand
Beautifull sunrise from the front room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews
Price from
US$237.66
1 night, 2 adults

Royal Oak Guesthouse

Hotel in Orkney

Royal Oak Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Orkney, 2.3 km from Scapa Beach, 17 km from Maeshowe, as well as 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

m
mcigler
From
Czech Republic
Family run B&B with a wonderful atmosphere. We arranged our stay with Alice, nothing was a problem. Erik conjured up an amazing breakfast for us on request. Both husband and wife live their B&B and it really shows in the accommodations. Every detail has been worked out.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews
Price from
US$207.95
1 night, 2 adults

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Hotel in Stromness

Set in Stromness and only 6.7 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Stefano Raffaele Scocca
From
Italy
The location at less than 2 minutes from Stromness and probably 5 to the Stennes standing stones is PERFECT. The room was huge, all the house is very big, cute and clean. Deborah is very very welcoming and the breakfast she prepared was delicious!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 389 reviews
Price from
US$174.20
1 night, 2 adults
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From US$108.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
Stacey is an amazing host, she made sure everything was perfect. I cannot rate Castaway Guesthouse highly enough and I look forward to returning again next time I visit the Orkneys
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Samuel
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Location exceptionnal , views on the Loch. Calm environment. Top restaurant ,very classy. Cleaning perfect ,king size bed, all amenities in the bathroom.
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Belgium
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews
It is very convenient for the ferry to Scottish mainland.Lovely room,very clean and cosy.Lovely food.Friendly staff.Very near to everything you want to see.
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From US$121.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Very good localisation. Big parking . Nice breakfast. Good restaurant. Friendly and helpful staff.
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Poland
From US$155.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Lovely room good location pet friendly and friendly staff Good food in the Kirkwall Hotel next door
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Sara
United Kingdom
From US$193.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
Everything. Especially the cleanliness and the attention to details. Wonderful accommodation!
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Romania
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Amazing location with stunning views across to Hoy...quiet and very comfortable 👌
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United Kingdom
From US$155.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews
very, very friendly people working in the grandiose hotel
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Heiko
Germany
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Warm welcome - heaters were on and milk in the fridge !
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Sally
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Friendly staff, breakfast was excellent. Good beds.
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Netherlands
From US$133.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
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Beautifull sunrise from the front room
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New Zealand

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

We took a car on the ferry from Scrabster which allowed us...

We took a car on the ferry from Scrabster which allowed us to roam over Mainland and easily get into town. I'm not sure how comprehensively the public transport covers the island, and don't recall seeing a lot of public buses, so for our (2 night) stay, with lots of sightseeing stops, it was the right call. Had a great evening meal from the specials board at Lucano, near St. Magnus Cathedral.
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Robert
United States
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

great place to visit with lots to see and do but beware of...

great place to visit with lots to see and do but beware of the weather , autumn storms meant we had to stay longer than planned , was made easier by Lorraine at Polrudden allowing us to stay for 2 extra nights
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colin
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.0

The Orkneys was vey beautiful with fantastic scenery but...

The Orkneys was vey beautiful with fantastic scenery but our trip was spoilt by the Stromness Hotel that we stayed at. (BIG MISTAKE). The owners should go to school and learn how to run a hospitality business as they haven't got a clue, unless you are the same ethnicity as them.
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David
Canada
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Quiet harbour village on an Orkney Island with a good hotel...

Quiet harbour village on an Orkney Island with a good hotel that has a restraunt and bar. There are two well stocked general merchants and a very good fish shop. Very attractive and peaceful to visit.
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Howard
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Lovely and quiet village with all the essentials but lacking...

Lovely and quiet village with all the essentials but lacking evening meal options during the week. However Kirkwall is only 6 miles away with restaurants, takeaways and larger shops. Stenness and Brodgar are on the doorstep so really handy for early morning or late evening visits as alternative to the busier times. A great base from which to visit all of the sites of the North and West coasts. There is a good walk up the hill behind the village that takes in some modern stone pillars and a much older, more interesting Neolithic cairn. It's also possible to follow the marked St Magnus trail over the brow to get a view not only over Finstown but to the coast on the other since of the hill.
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Andy Revell
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

We have visited Orkney a number of times but have always...

We have visited Orkney a number of times but have always been based around Stromness. It was nice to see another part of the island. The Sands Hotel is within easy walking distance and serves lunch and dinner.
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Amanda
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Sanday is a hidden gem.

Sanday is a hidden gem. It has the beauty of long white beaches with gentle waves and a warmth of light that on its own is worth the long long journey: but add in the fact that in our month long travel around Scotland via West coast islands and mainland (including Skye) this was the only place with cafes and restaurants open and varied in August plus the variety and offer in the two island shops, it was the most welcoming and comfortable place we stayed.
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Raine
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

The location is in mainland Orkney.

The location is in mainland Orkney. It is situated between Kirkwall and Stromness and not far from any of the tourist sites. It's a short drive to the Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar and nature reserve. It's not a long drive to the Churchill Barriers and the Italian Chapel. The only downside is if you want to eat out at night you have to either go to Kirkwall or Stromness to find it. We ate at the Kirkwall Hotel and the food was very good, the service excellent and fast. For nature/bird lovers, it isn't far from the Hobbister reserve, nor is it far to go to get to the Loons reserve. The reserve at the Birsay moor hide is a little further but worth it to see Red Throated Divers and chicks. The Earls Bu and Orphir round church are well worth a visit. St Magnus Cathedral is free. Everything is in reasonable distance, a trip to Deerness to see the Gloup is amazing. And the wartime history from both world wars is all around the island.
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amanda
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

We thought the village of St Margarets Hope was the...

We thought the village of St Margarets Hope was the prettiest of all the villages on Orkney; there is a lovely bay and harbour with two old fashioned inns in which to stay or eat. There are some lovely walks out of the village and a ferry that goes from the harbour to the Scottish mainland in one hour.
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Jane
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10

Kirkwall is worth visiting.

Kirkwall is worth visiting. It is clean and tidy with local attractions worth visiting. It is a lovely town with all the facilities needed if exploring further afield is not your thing. Ferries to outlying islands are in the harbour with other ferry terminals being only a short distance away. Car hire is and worthwhile and makes exploring the island easy. There seems to be a very effective bus service in Kirkwall too, just an short walk from the centre.
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Ann
United Kingdom