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1. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
South Ronaldsay
Netherlands
Jan
CA $110
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Murray Arms Hotel

2. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
South Ronaldsay
United States
Neil
CA $151
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
The Anchorage

3. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
Burray
United States
Susan
CA $225
CA $269 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The Sands Hotel

4. The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast
Thurso
United Kingdom
Stefan
CA $166
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

5. Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
Kirkwall
Canada
Gerald
CA $127
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Karrawa Guest House

6. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Julie
CA $118
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Ayre Hotel

7. Northern Sands Hotel

Northern Sands Hotel
Thurso
Canada
Denise
CA $157
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Northern Sands Hotel

8. Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
Thurso
United Kingdom
Haihan
CA $162
CA $197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Celtic Lodges

9. The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
United States
Beth
CA $104
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Shore

10. Greenland House B&B

Greenland House B&B
Castletown
Netherlands
Jan
CA $170
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Greenland House B&B

11. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
David
CA $243
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
The Orkney Hotel

12. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
Debra
CA $186
CA $224 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Albert Hotel

13. Castletown Hotel

Castletown Hotel
Thurso
United Kingdom
phoebe
CA $140
CA $168 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Castletown Hotel

14. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
United Kingdom
Hamish
CA $153
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Stromness Hotel

15. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
United States
F David
CA $193
CA $231 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Royal Oak Guest House

16. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
Kirkwall
CA $257
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

17. The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin

The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin
Wick
CA $543
CA $651 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin

18. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Stephen
CA $180
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Grainbank Mews

19. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Tanya
CA $100
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
West End Guest House

20. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Stromness
United States
Claudia
CA $179
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
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Stay near popular South Ronaldsay attractions

Tomb of the Eagles

9.0/10 (11 reviews)
Find out about the history of South Ronaldsay with a stop at Tomb of the Eagles. Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
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Hoxa Tapestry Gallery

8.0/10 (2 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Hoxa Tapestry Gallery during your trip to South Ronaldsay. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.
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Banks Chambered Tomb

Find out about the history of South Ronaldsay when you spend time at Banks Chambered Tomb. Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
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Olav's Wood

8.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the great outdoors at Olav's Wood, a lovely green space in South Ronaldsay. Make some time to visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
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Sand of Wright

10.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sand of Wright during your trip to South Ronaldsay? Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.
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Top South Ronaldsay Hotel Reviews

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location. Convenient and walkable. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Restaurant was excellent. Room was clean and spacious. Would definitely stay here again"
Carolyn 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
The Ayre Hotel
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 19 hours ago
Albert Hotel
Northern Sands Hotel

Northern Sands Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, clean bathroom and nice staff."
John 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Northern Sands Hotel
The Ha Farmhouse – John O' Groats | Self-Catering Holiday Home | Holiday Cottage

The Ha Farmhouse – John O' Groats | Self-Catering Holiday Home | Holiday Cottage

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly warm perfect every thing you needed for a 2 week holiday extremely comfortable I cannot rate the property any higher enough best property I have stayed in"
Birigitta L. 14-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Ha Farmhouse – John O' Groats | Self-Catering Holiday Home | Holiday Cottage
Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges

10/10 Excellent
"Wayne is super helpful! lovely stop for a nice, clean lodge."
Haihan 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Celtic Lodges
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 9 days ago
The Orkney Hotel
Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful staff!"
Robin 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Ferry Inn Stromness
Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

10/10 Excellent
"Cosy and very clean with lots to make a comfortable stay.Fabulous artwork around the cottage linked to the area added much to the overall experience Fabulous views from the sitting room window. Good quality towels and bedding and well equipped kitchen.Would definitely stay again."
John S. 6-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .
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 3 weeks ago
Royal Oak Guest House

More cheap stays in South Ronaldsay

West End Guest House

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland
CA $100
CA $120 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)
West End Guest House
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
CA $153
CA $184 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
6.8/10 (100 reviews)
The Stromness Hotel
Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges

White Bridge, Scarfskerry Thurso Scotland
CA $162
CA $197 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Celtic Lodges
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
CA $193
CA $231 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
Royal Oak Guest House
The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland
CA $225
CA $269 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)
The Sands Hotel
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in South Ronaldsay?
The best area to stay in South Ronaldsay is St Margaret's Hope, the main village on the island, or in a more secluded coastal cottage for a tranquil retreat.St Margaret's Hope is the largest settlement on South Ronaldsay, offering the most amenities. It's a picturesque village with a natural harbour, and you'll find a few local shops, a couple of pubs, and a restaurant here. The village is well-connected by the A961 road, making it a convenient base for exploring the island. Couples looking for a balance of local convenience and a relaxed pace will find St Margaret's Hope ideal.For those seeking a truly peaceful escape, staying in a coastal cottage elsewhere on the island is an excellent option. These properties often boast stunning sea views and direct access to walking paths along the coastline. Families, in particular, will appreciate the space and quiet surroundings, offering a chance to reconnect with nature and enjoy the island's serene beauty.
What are the best hotels in South Ronaldsay that travellers recommend?
For a highly recommended hotel in South Ronaldsay, the Murray Arms Hotel is an excellent choice.This 3-star hotel, with an impressive 9.2 rating, is praised by guests for its comfortable and clean rooms, as well as its great food and amazing hospitality. Free breakfast, accessible parking, and complimentary self-parking are available. The hotel also features a gift shop and offers kids' meals.
What are the best family hotels in South Ronaldsay?
For a wonderful family-friendly stay in South Ronaldsay, the Murray Arms Hotel is an excellent choice.This 3-star hotel, with an impressive 9.2 rating, is highly regarded by guests for its comfortable and clean rooms. Families will appreciate the complimentary breakfast and free self-parking, which adds to the convenience. The hotel also offers wired internet in public areas at no extra cost, and accessible parking is available. Guests often mention the great food and the friendly, welcoming staff, ensuring a pleasant experience for everyone.
What hotels in South Ronaldsay offer free breakfast?
For a hotel in South Ronaldsay that offers complimentary breakfast, the Murray Arms Hotel is an excellent choice.This 3-star hotel, with an impressive 9.2 rating, provides free breakfast to all its guests. It also offers free wired internet in public areas and free self-parking, with accessible parking options available. Guests consistently mention the comfortable and clean rooms, great food, and friendly staff.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in South Ronaldsay?
For a top pet-friendly hotel in South Ronaldsay, the Murray Arms Hotel is an excellent choice.The 3-star Murray Arms Hotel, with a 9.2 rating, warmly welcomes pets and provides a comfortable and clean environment for both you and your animal companion. Guests frequently praise the great and amazing food served there, alongside the great hospitality and friendly staff. The hotel also offers free wired internet in public areas, complimentary breakfast, and free self-parking and accessible parking nearby for your convenience.
What are the best budget hotels in South Ronaldsay?
When seeking highly-rated budget accommodation in South Ronaldsay, consider the Murray Arms Hotel and The Anchorage.The 3-star Murray Arms Hotel, boasting an excellent rating of 9.2, offers comfortable and clean rooms. Guests frequently praise the great food and the friendly hospitality from the staff. It provides complimentary wired internet in public areas, free breakfast, and free self-parking, with additional free parking available nearby.Another excellent option is The Anchorage, which has an impressive rating of 9.6. It provides amenities such as free WiFi and complimentary toiletries for guests.
When is the best time to go to South Ronaldsay?
The best time to visit South Ronaldsay is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is at its mildest and the days are long.During these months, you'll experience the most comfortable temperatures for exploring the island's outdoor attractions, such as the Italian Chapel and the Churchill Barriers. The extended daylight hours mean you have more time to enjoy coastal walks and wildlife spotting, particularly around the cliff paths where seabirds are abundant.For those interested in local culture and events, the summer also hosts various community gatherings and festivals, offering a chance to experience the island's unique heritage.
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 South Ronaldsay.
How much is the nightly rate at a South Ronaldsay hotel?
Prices for hotels in South Ronaldsay often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $120 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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