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Kirkwall showing heritage elements and a house
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Stromness which includes street scenes
Stromness which includes street scenes
Stromness which includes a coastal town and a bay or harbour
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $244 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $244
CA $293 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (248 reviews)
"This was one of the best hotels we have stayed at. The suite was a very creative design and so comfortable. The staff were amazing in how they made sure we were comfortable. The hotel is absolutely gorgeous in its design which is relatively newly renovated we understood. The management was so helpful ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 24, 2025

Albert Hotel
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Scotland
The price is CA $241 per night from Aug 28 to Aug 29
CA $241
CA $289 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (195 reviews)
Great place to stay
"A great place to stay. Convenient for harbour and town centre. Delicious food. Friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2025

The Ayre Hotel
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead, Stromness, Scotland
The price is CA $208 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
CA $208
CA $250 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.8/10 (72 reviews)
"Pros: Friendly staff. Fantastic English breakfast. Great location, walking distance from the ferry terminal and all stores near the Stronmess waterfront. Even without an elevator, the parking location made it easy to access the room. Beds were clean and comfortable. Showers had nice high water pressure ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

The Stromness Hotel
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2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness

2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness

Stromness
Stay at this cottage in Stromness. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ring of Brogdar and Stromness Ferry Terminal are located ...
2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness
Cosy, modern ground floor flat in central Kirkwall

Cosy, modern ground floor flat in central Kirkwall

Kirkwall
Stay at this apartment in Kirkwall. Popular attractions Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace are located nearby.
Cosy, modern ground floor flat in central Kirkwall
Rockworks Chalets No.2 - UK7041

Rockworks Chalets No.2 - UK7041

Holm, near Kirkwall
Stay at this cottage in Holm. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Churchill Barriers and Italian Chapel are located ...
Rockworks Chalets No.2 - UK7041
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Skara Brae which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

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.

Skara Brae
Ring of Brogdar which includes a monument and heritage elements as well as a small group of people

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.

Ring of Brogdar
St. Magnus Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a cemetery and a church or cathedral

St. Magnus Cathedral

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

St. Magnus Cathedral
Earl\'s Palace which includes building ruins, heritage architecture and château or palace

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.

Earl's Palace
Maes Howe which includes interior views and heritage elements

Maes Howe

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

Maes Howe
Bishop\'s Palace which includes a ruin, heritage architecture and château or palace

Bishop's Palace

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

Bishop's Palace

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St. Magnus Cathedral featuring a cemetery, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Kirkwall

Photo "Dounby" by Colin Smith (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Colin Smith (CC BY-SA)

Dounby

Stromness featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town

Stromness

Photo "Evie" by John Comloquoy (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by John Comloquoy (CC BY-SA)

Evie