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A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and a window.
A pool table in a bar area with wooden flooring and green walls.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

1. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
Giorgia
CA $119
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The Ayre Hotel
A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a door with the number 3.
A detailed pencil drawing of a brick building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a door.

2. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Stephen
CA $178
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Grainbank Mews
A neatly made bed with white linens and a plaid headboard, a bedside lamp, a wooden nightstand with a phone, and a chair by a window.
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.
A restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

3. The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
United States
Beth
CA $104
CA $282 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Shore
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a window.
A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.
A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

4. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
David
CA $242
CA $290 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Orkney Hotel
A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.
A stone building with a sign for the Albright Hotel.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.
A bar area with wooden beams, stone flooring, and stools.

5. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
Debra
CA $188
CA $225 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Albert Hotel
A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."
A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.
A harbor with boats docked, a crane, and a building with a flat roof.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

6. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
United States
Donna
CA $164
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Stromness Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a window.
A building with a sign that reads 'ROYAL HOTEL'.
A restaurant with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables, and a bar in the background.
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and glass shower enclosure.

7. The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
Stromness
CA $294
CA $352 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Royal Hotel Stromness
A door with a keypad lock and a view of a rural landscape with fields and a road.
A room with two beds, a fireplace, a chair, and a radiator.
A gated area with a dog, a metal staircase, and a building with a sign.
A building with a single entrance door, a small window, and a light fixture on the exterior wall.

8. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking
Orphir
CA $219
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking
A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork above it, and a potted plant to the right.
A house with a covered patio, a garage, and a snow-covered yard.
A sign for Karrawa Guest House, indicating no vacancies, fully ensuited, with WiFi and guest parking, and located at the entrance on Inganness Road.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

9. Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
Kirkwall
Canada
Gerald
CA $129
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Karrawa Guest House
A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a front porch with a bench.
A neatly made bed with pillows and folded towels, a bedside lamp, and a chair.
A kitchen counter with various food items and kitchenware, including a fruit bowl, a juice container, and a container of Greek yogurt.
A two-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a driveway.

10. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Stromness
United States
Claudia
CA $182
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
A room with two single beds, each with a blue bedspread and white pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds and a curtain.
A kitchen with a coffee maker, shelves with jars, a toaster, and a wooden cabinet.
A room with a desk, a chair, a bulletin board with notices, a mirror, and a door.
A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a clock on the wall, and a view through the windows.

11. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
United States
F David
CA $196
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Royal Oak Guest House
Outdoor dining
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a kettle, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
Restaurant
Restaurant

12. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Tanya
CA $101
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
West End Guest House
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Stay near popular Rousay attractions

Midhowe Broch

You can find out about the history of Rousay with a stop at Midhowe Broch. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.
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Trumland House

You can find out about the history of Rousay with a trip to Trumland House. Wander the waterfront or discover the area's hot springs.
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A coastal landscape with a grassy field, a stone wall, and a body of water.
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Top Rousay Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, central to everything and easy to get to from the North Link Ferry. Orkney is lovely and the people wonderful IF you stop and listen. Will be back."
Ken 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Albert Hotel
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good
"Staff really friendly and helpful, nice quiet room as we had our dog. Lovely breakfast."
CRAIG 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Orkney Hotel
Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful staff!"
Robin 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Ferry Inn Stromness
Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable rooms, great breakfasts"
Gerald 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Karrawa Guest House
Graemeshall House

Graemeshall House

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely and accommodating host with lots of local knowledge and history. Spacious, comfortable and private rooms. Breakfast was delicious with a great selection. Would come back any day and highly recommend to anyone. The personal touch and interaction with the host was appreciated and the perfect touch one would ask for a true Bed and Breakfast experience."
Emma 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Graemeshall House
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"The owner was so warm, hospitable, and willing to help with any problems I had. He really went out t of his way to make me feel comfortable and cared for. Breakfast was wonderful---lots of hotels and cold choices in a clean, cozy breakfast room. Parking lot was easy to enter and leave with ample space for all cars."
Carole M 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Royal Oak Guest House
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

10/10 Excellent
"It's a very clean, well presented house in a great location. The living room is cosy and the beds are comfortable. The host was really helpful and great with communication."
Elizabeth B. 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall
West End Guest House

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Had a lovely stay thank you."
Gordon 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
West End Guest House
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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!"
Mark 7-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

More cheap stays in Rousay

West End Guest House

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland
CA $101
CA $122 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
West End Guest House
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
CA $164
CA $197 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
includes taxes & fees
The Stromness Hotel
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
CA $196
CA $235 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland
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8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Garden House Rooms

Garden House Rooms

New Scapa Rd Kirkwall Scotland
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Ayre Hotel

Ayre Hotel

Ayre Road Kirkwall SCT
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Rousay?
The best area to stay in Rousay is near the ferry terminal at Brims, as it offers the most convenient access to the island's amenities and transport links.This area is the main entry point to Rousay, allowing for easy arrival and departure. You'll find the island's only shop, a small general store, and the local post office here, making it practical for picking up essentials. Accommodation options tend to be self-catering cottages or guesthouses, often providing a peaceful base with views of the Eynhallow Sound.For couples seeking a quiet retreat and a chance to explore ancient history, staying near Brims is perfect. From here, you can easily access the "Rousay Heritage Trail," a walk that takes you past significant archaeological sites like the Midhowe Broch and Chambered Cairn, both just a short drive or an enjoyable walk away. The area provides a tranquil setting for enjoying the island's natural beauty and historical treasures together.Solo travellers looking for a relaxed escape will also find the Brims area suitable. Its proximity to the ferry means you can easily connect with the larger Orkney islands for day trips, while Rousay itself offers plenty of opportunities for walking, birdwatching, and enjoying the quiet pace of island life.
When is the best time to go to Rousay?
The best time to visit Rousay is during the late spring and summer months, particularly from May to September.During this period, the weather is generally milder, and the days are much longer. This makes it ideal for exploring the island's many archaeological sites, such as the Broch of Gurness or Midhowe Broch and Chambered Cairn, which are largely outdoors. The extended daylight hours also mean more time for coastal walks and enjoying the island's natural beauty.Nature enthusiasts and those interested in birdwatching will find May, June, and July particularly rewarding. This is when many seabirds nest and can be seen along the cliffs. The island's flora is also at its peak, with wildflowers adding colour to the landscape.For those who prefer a quieter experience with fewer visitors, late April or early October can also be good options.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Rousay.
How much is the nightly rate at a Rousay hotel?
Prices for hotels in Rousay often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $122 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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