Orkney Islands Vacation Rentals from CA $239: Short-Term Rentals for 2026

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

Our top choices for Orkney Islands vacation rentals

1. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

CA $417 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

2. The Steading

South Walls

CA $3,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

3. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Orphir

CA $619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

4. The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin

Wick

CA $651 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

5. House by the Harbour - Nc500 Route

Wick

William

CA $282 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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The Shore

8/10 Good

"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!"

The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were very lucky because both times we parked at the hotel, we got one of the 2 slots in front of the hotel, so we didn't have to try and find the additional parking lot, but the staff did give us a map to find it. Keep in mind that there is no lift, so depending on your floor you need to carry your bags up. The 23kg bag was not much fun to take up and then down 2 flights of stairs. The food for breakfast was very good whether the cereal/yogurt/fruit or the from the menu. The staff in the breakfast area were really good. The front desk is a little wonky because even the person in the office there isn't as helpful as the front desk clerk who isn't there most of the time, but who is very helpful when you can get them. The WiFi isn't extremely fast, but I was able to work, especially in the library where there was power. It would be nice to have higher chairs with tables other than coffee table height. Even in the room there isn't a desk to work at. We were overall very happy with the stay and the Italian restaurant across the street was perfect for eating early."

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect 'utilitarian' accommodation for a fan of hostels ... ... The building is not particularly attractive and the rooms are basic and afford no good views ... However, the beds are comfortable, the many bathrooms/shower rooms are newly equipped and excellent, the kitchens are great, the dinning room large & practical, and the lounge very comfortable and equipped with board games & books along with comfy settees. The hostel is a few minutes walk into the centre of town and just a mile from a lovely swimming beach at Scapa where I swam every morning, except for a couple of mornings when I drove a little further to Inganess Beach which is beautiful. For me, so much nicer than a posh hotel because you can cook & eat at any time and fellow visitors always seem relaxed, friendly & chatty ... you just seem to get a much better class of person in a Scottish hostel!"

Comfortable three bedroom bungalow located in Orkney Islands complete with emus.

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely, clean and deceptively spacious for 3 of us to spend a week. E-bikes excellent. Well situated very close to one of the two shops and a 15 minute cycle to either the hotel or the pizzeria for dinner. Would recommend for small families."

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Our top choices for Orkney Islands vacation rentals

1. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

2. The Steading

3. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

4. The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin

5. House by the Harbour - Nc500 Route

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Top Orkney Islands Hotel Reviews

The Shore

The Orkney Hotel

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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Comfortable three bedroom bungalow located in Orkney Islands complete with emus.

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