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An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.

A stone structure with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood, walk-ins, dog-friendly, and beer garden.

A stone pillar with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood daily, walk-ins welcome, dog-friendly, and a beer garden.

A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a pot on the counter, and a person cooking.

1. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Jan

CA $109

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A stone building with a wooden door and a small porch area.

A stone building with a wooden door, windows, and a flower box on the ground floor.

A kitchen with a large window, a stainless steel range hood, and two potted plants on the windowsill.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a plant, and a window with curtains.

2. The Anchorage

South Ronaldsay

Neil

CA $146

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a wall-mounted picture frame.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a plaid curtain.

3. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

CA $342

CA $411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A two-story house with a stone facade, a large front lawn, and a car parked in the driveway.

A living room with a television, a fireplace, a sofa, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, a lamp, and a decorative wall piece.

A dining room with a table and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of a car and greenery outside.

4. The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

Thurso

Glenn

CA $174

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

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 house with a covered patio, a garage, and a snow-covered yard.

A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork above it, and a potted plant to the right.

5. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

CA $196

CA $235 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a door, and a window.

A compact living space with a sofa, a dining table, a TV, and a kitchen area.

A cozy living area with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a television.

6. Celtic Lodges

Thurso

Russell

CA $198

CA $240 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A beach with wet sand and scattered rocks under a partly cloudy sky with the sun setting or rising.

A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a brown leather sofa, striped armchairs, and a wooden coffee table.

A stone house with a red roof and a small garden area.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and framed artwork on the walls.

7. Northern Sands Hotel

Thurso

Yvonne

CA $156

CA $187 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a table, a guitar, and a ship decoration on the wall.

A two-story stone building with a black front door, multiple windows, and a sign reading "GREENLAND HOUSE".

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and grassy terrain.

Two chairs with floral cushions, a small round table with a red folder, and framed artwork on the wall.

8. Greenland House B&B

Castletown

Jan

CA $205

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

A billiards room with tables, chairs, and a bar area with patrons.

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.

9. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Julie

CA $160

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.

A bar area with wooden beams, stone flooring, and stools.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.

10. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

machel

CA $261

CA $314 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.

A hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.

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 restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

11. The Shore

Kirkwall

"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!"

Beth

CA $181

CA $375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A beach with the sun setting over the ocean, creating a silhouette of clouds against the sky.

A bar area with a counter, shelves of bottles, and a dining table with chairs.

A room with a checkered carpet, large windows, and a potted plant.

A narrow pathway leading to a building with a white fence on one side and a stone wall on the other.

12. Castletown Hotel

Thurso

phoebe

CA $145

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

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.

13. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

Donna

CA $137

CA $164 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A door with a keypad lock and a view of a rural landscape with fields and a road.

A small building with a sloped roof, a door, and hanging flower baskets.

A gated area with a dog, a metal staircase, and a building with a sign.

A room with a wooden door, an exit sign, a small desk with a lamp, a stone wall, and framed pictures.

14. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Orphir

CA $215

CA $259 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outside.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a house through large windows.

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A room with a wooden cabinet, a blue chair, a mirror, and a door with glass panels.

15. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

F David

CA $225

CA $270 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a ship docked at a pier.

A restaurant with wooden floors, tables set with white tablecloths, and a high ceiling with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

A modern building with large windows and a visible chimney.

A harbor with boats docked, a control tower, and a building with a red roof.

16. Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness

Julie

CA $291

CA $349 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

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.

17. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

CA $241

CA $289 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a coffee machine, and a cash register.

A wooden staircase with a bench at the bottom, leading to a room with a checkered floor.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with wooden furniture, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

18. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Stromness

Diane

CA $377

CA $452 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hallway with stone walls, wooden door, and a bench.

A neatly made bed with a light-colored bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a floral-patterned wall.

Two wooden chairs with drawers, a potted plant, and a stone wall.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a visible exit sign, and a view of the street outside.

19. Smithfield guesthouse

Dounby

Brian

CA $234

CA $280 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A lighthouse with a white building next to it, both featuring a simple, functional design.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a small sink. There are two stools and a metal rack against the wall.

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a TV in a living area.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV on a white console, a grey sofa, and a window with blinds.

20. The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin

Wick

CA $538

CA $646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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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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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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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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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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A coastal path with huts, a fence, and a grassy landscape.

Top South Ronaldsay Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and property. Excellent breakfast. Room had a couple of leaks. One showed up on the window sill when it rained hard and one was from the bathtub. Otherwise a very comfortable stay."

Castletown Hotel

8/10 Good

"Excellent breakfast Very helpful and polite staff Good value"

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."

Greenland House B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, spacious en-suite room in historic building. Great breakfast. Friendly and helpful owner. Recommend highly."

Northern Sands Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at Northern Sands, Dunnett. The location was perfect, The staff were great, friendly and helpful. The food here is great, both dinner and breakfast. Thanks for a great stay. Kr Gary & Hayley McLean"

The Stromness Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location and old world charm. The staff member was very nice and went out of his way to help us."

The Sands Hotel

8/10 Good

"This was expensive for what it was but I guess there are a lot of tourists in Orkney and not a lot of accommodation! Over £200 a night for a small room, double bed (not king). The rate did include breakfast, which was adequate (order from list the night before). The hotel did have a restaurant - food was fine - and a bar and friendly barman. Staff were lovely altogether. I have never been to Orkney before so can’t make any comparisons but I suspect this may be among the better places to stay. Lots of room to park the car. Sea view."

The Royal Hotel Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Come and enjoy proper hospitality in a proper hotel with wonderful people. Just like it used to be before life was overtaken by digital awfulness. If you want room service ordered through your TV then stay away. Sensational breakfast (that can also serve as lunch and beyond). Our second visit since 2022, the hotel holds a special place in our lives."

Celtic Lodges

10/10 Excellent

"Wayne was very accommodating. He greeted us on entering the driveway and offered us kickstand pucks to keep us from sinking in the gravel. He was very friendly and suggested places to go. Thank you."

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The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

CA $137

CA $164 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (98 reviews)

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

CA $195

CA $233 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

Celtic Lodges

White Bridge, Scarfskerry Thurso Scotland

CA $198

CA $240 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

CA $225

CA $270 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

CA $342

CA $411 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

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8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

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 $131 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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Our top choices for South Ronaldsay hotels

1. Murray Arms Hotel

2. The Anchorage

3. The Sands Hotel

4. The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

5. Karrawa Guest House

6. Celtic Lodges

7. Northern Sands Hotel

8. Greenland House B&B

9. The Ayre Hotel

10. Albert Hotel

11. The Shore

12. Castletown Hotel

13. The Stromness Hotel

14. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

15. Royal Oak Guest House

16. Ferry Inn Stromness

17. The Orkney Hotel

18. The Royal Hotel Stromness

19. Smithfield guesthouse

20. The Lighthouse Keepers Cabin

Stay near popular South Ronaldsay attractions

Tomb of the Eagles

Banks Chambered Tomb

Olav's Wood

Hoxa Tapestry Gallery

Sand of Wright

Learn more about South Ronaldsay

Top South Ronaldsay Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

Castletown Hotel

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

Greenland House B&B

Northern Sands Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Sands Hotel

The Royal Hotel Stromness

Celtic Lodges

More cheap stays in South Ronaldsay

The Stromness Hotel

West End Guest House

Celtic Lodges

Royal Oak Guest House

The Sands Hotel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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