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The Ayre Hotel
"bedroom was tiny for £175 per night and walls were marked and scratched. also NO BREAKFAST for that price!!"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Albert Hotel
"Only stayed there one night - staff were very helpful."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
"Really nice facilities for the price"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Withi-Gill - Cottage - Bay of Ireland Views
"Withi-Gill was a beautiful cottage in a remarkable landscape -- views of Hoy and Graemsay were beautiful (when the weather cooperated, which was most days), and with a short walk, views of much of the western part of Mainland Orkney, including Stromness. The facilities were great, and the cottage ..."
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness

Cozy, Central & Clean-The Ideal Two-Bedroom Apartment for Your Next Gataway
Popular places to visit

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

St. Magnus Cathedral
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.

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

Earl's Palace
Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.

Maes Howe
Part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, this fascinating chambered tomb predates the Egyptian pyramids.

Bishop's Palace
Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.
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