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Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Harriet
The price is AED 334
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Murray Arms Hotel

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Very nice accommodation "
United Kingdom
betzy
The price is AED 422
AED 506 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Celtic Lodges

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is AED 372
AED 447 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Grainbank Mews

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Loved the location, friendly staff, great pub, excellent meals. Room was perfect with a beautiful view of the water."
Canada
Gered
The price is AED 598
AED 717 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Sands Hotel

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."
United Kingdom
Matthew Simon
The price is AED 336
AED 404 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Karrawa Guest House

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (266 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."
Canada
Gered
The price is AED 477
AED 573 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Albert Hotel

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is AED 414
AED 497 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Royal Oak Guest House

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (173 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want. "
United Kingdom
Lewis
The price is AED 481
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
The Shore

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal."
Canada
Gered
The price is AED 811
AED 973 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (75 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place"
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is AED 585
AED 702 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Orkney Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is Kirkwall like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its bars, Kirkwall offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Kirkwall?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Kirkwall: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 44°F. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 43 inches.
What is there to see and do around Kirkwall?
After getting settled at your accommodation of choice, you'll likely want to venture out and explore. If you're eager to check out the beaches, head to Scapa Beach or Mill Sand for some relaxation by the water. Treat your taste buds to the area's bars, and make time for local attractions like St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Museum. You can also pay a visit to Earl's Palace or Bishop's Palace for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Kirkwall?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Kirkwall with ease. To get to Kirkwall, you can fly into Kirkwall (KOI), the closest major airport, which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the city center. You can ride a ferry across the water to see more of the region.