Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Bay of Skaill, Stromness  | Expedia.ca

 

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## Top Hotels Close to Bay of Skaill

![Free breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/bfbfa32c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/3b32ea6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/1e28d00d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/41e0ba94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

8.7 km from Bay of Skaill

9.8/10

Exceptional

(75)

"Welcoming, helpful, friendly and sharing. Well kept house with comfortable lodging and easily accessible with transportation. "

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Gina

CA $184

CA $221 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-Lindisfarne-Bed-Breakfast.h17447294.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/17a5cfad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/94a76a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/247c473f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/774b492c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Royal Hotel Stromness

10.4 km from Bay of Skaill

8.8/10

Excellent

(78)

"Good location in the centre of Stromness, OK for a short stopover, no meals on site but some availability at the partner Ferry Inn just along the road. Fairly limited eating places in the area."

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Paul

CA $303

CA $364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Stromness.h61368402.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/aba89bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/25eda1f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/13e1acc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/7794415a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Stromness Hotel

10.3 km from Bay of Skaill

7.0/10

Good

(83)

"Classic charming old hotel feel...like an old movie. Everything was clean and good hot water. We had ferry cancellations and they were very kind and kept us two extra nights in the same room. Breakfast was good and hearty and the attached evening restaurant was fabulous."

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Anna

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-The-Stromness-Hotel-By-Payman-Club.h69805557.Hotel-Information)

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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## Hotels close to Bay of Skaill with a pool

![Free breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/bfbfa32c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/3b32ea6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/1e28d00d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/41e0ba94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

8.7 km from Bay of Skaill

-   Pool
    

9.8/10

Exceptional

(75)

CA $184

CA $221 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=17447294&PinnedHotelID=17447294&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635837536698&adults=2&amenities=POOL&openPlayBack=true)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/17a5cfad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/94a76a74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/247c473f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/774b492c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Royal Hotel Stromness

10.4 km from Bay of Skaill

-   Pool
    

8.8/10

Excellent

(78)

CA $303

CA $364 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/aba89bb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/25eda1f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/13e1acc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/7794415a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Stromness Hotel

10.3 km from Bay of Skaill

-   Pool
    

7.0/10

Good

(83)

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=69805557&PinnedHotelID=69805557&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635837536698&adults=2&amenities=POOL&openPlayBack=true)

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## Top Bay of Skaill Hotel Reviews

![The Ayre Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/17198405_y.jpg)

### The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for 3 nights as a family of four in one of the apartments. The room was very well presented and had a small kitchen. The food served by the restaurant was delicious. There was an excellent selection of spirits and local beers. The staff very helpful and friendly. Will stay again."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Ayre-Hotel.h14937099.Hotel-Information)

![Harbour Cottage](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18540000/18535400/18535342/908ee90a_y.jpg)

### Harbour Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and comfortable accom - great to arrive (very late!) to lights and warmth. Very good facilities, private parking (a little tight) and very convenient for ferry to Scrabster and Stromness main street."

[](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-Harbour-Cottage.h18535342.Hotel-Information)

![Albert Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/6e6089a8_y.jpg)

### Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The Albert was an excellent place to stay for 3 days while we went around Okkney Islands. Our room was huge and a view of the ocean! The only possible drawback was parking can be a challenge! But doable."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kirkwall-Hotels-Albert-Hotel.h2241210.Hotel-Information)

![Ferry Inn Stromness](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15650000/15644600/15644534/ff5eb825_y.jpg)

### Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was incredibly clean and so comfortable, and the restaurant was delicious! Perfect stay! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-Ferry-Inn-Stromness.h15644534.Hotel-Information)

![The Stromness Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/aba89bb9_y.jpg)

### The Stromness Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."

[](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-The-Stromness-Hotel-By-Payman-Club.h69805557.Hotel-Information)

![Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/bfbfa32c_y.jpg)

### Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Welcoming, helpful, friendly and sharing. Well kept house with comfortable lodging and easily accessible with transportation. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-Lindisfarne-Bed-Breakfast.h17447294.Hotel-Information)

![Stromness Apartments](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15900000/15899100/15899003/887b6c74_y.jpg)

### Stromness Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location, farmland but walking distance to town. Home-like."

[](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-Stromness-Apartments.h15899003.Hotel-Information)

![The Shore](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478300/4478238/2ec90656_y.jpg)

### The Shore

10/10 Excellent

"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Shore.h4478238.Hotel-Information)

![The Royal Hotel Stromness](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/17a5cfad_y.jpg)

### The Royal Hotel Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient to the ferry and all the shops. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Stromness.h61368402.Hotel-Information)

## Hotels near other Bay of Skaill attractions

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![Skara Brae which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089041/3ec99c07-4ec5-4fe4-8aad-3ee5204b2b05.jpg)

### Skara Brae

4.8/5 (59 reviews)

Discover the secrets of Orkney’s earliest inhabitants and find out what life was like during prehistoric times at this beautifully preserved ancient village.

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[](https://www.expedia.ca/Ring-Of-Brogdar-Hotels.0-l6089039-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Ring of Brogdar which includes a monument and heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089039/05a88827-4f12-4a0d-9cd9-914b14bb19fd.jpg)

### Ring of Brogdar

4.8/5 (17 reviews)

Delve into the mysteries of this prehistoric landmark, comprising a ring of standing stones set against the wild landscape of the Orkney Islands.

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[](https://www.expedia.ca/Brough-Of-Birsay-Hotels.0-l6089045-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![One of my ambitions has been to get these cute little fellows in a photograph. This morning I managed it. Puffin taken on the Brough of Birsay, Orkney Islands.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089045/900f74b9-a832-43ea-baff-b50b8b73db33.jpg)

Photo by Nick Chatham

### Brough of Birsay

You can find out about the history of Birsay with a stop at Brough of Birsay. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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[](https://www.expedia.ca/Marwick-Head-RSPB-Nature-Reserve-Hotels.0-l553248621532495167-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

### Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Birsay. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

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[](https://www.expedia.ca/Earls-Palace-Hotels.0-l6089043-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

### Earl's Palace

Find out about the history of Birsay when you take a trip to Earl's Palace. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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[](https://www.expedia.ca/Barony-Mills-Hotels.0-l553248621533025348-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

### Barony Mills

Find out about the history of Birsay with a stop at Barony Mills. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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[](https://www.expedia.ca/Corrigall-Farm-Museum-Hotels.0-l553248621555971735-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

### Corrigall Farm Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Corrigall Farm Museum during your travels in Harray. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's hot springs.

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## Frequently asked questions

### What's the area like around Bay of Skaill?

> Bay of Skaill is located in Stromness. Stromness is home to 21 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

### What's the best hotel to stay near Bay of Skaill?

> [Smithfield guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Dounby-Hotels-Smithfield-Hotel.h41485424.Hotel-Information) is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Bay of Skaill. Other good choices in the area include [The Stromness Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-The-Stromness-Hotel-By-Payman-Club.h69805557.Hotel-Information) and [Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.ca/Stromness-Hotels-Lindisfarne-Bed-Breakfast.h17447294.Hotel-Information).

### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bay of Skaill, will I receive a refund?

> Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Bay of Skaill.