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3 Feb - 4 Feb
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4 Feb - 5 Feb
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6 Feb - 8 Feb
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13 Feb - 15 Feb
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Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Beautiful place with great hosts"
United States
LINDA
The price is AED 463
AED 555 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Sports bar

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 804
AED 965 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Exterior

Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
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 335
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Murray Arms Hotel
Garden

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 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 718 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
The Sands Hotel
Exterior

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 356
AED 427 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Grainbank Mews
Dining

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 406
AED 487 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Royal Oak Guest House
Bar (on property)

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
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 586
AED 703 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
The Orkney Hotel
Fireplace

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."
Canada
Gered
The price is AED 478
AED 574 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Albert Hotel
Front of property

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
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 361
AED 433 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Karrawa Guest House
Exterior

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
"The staff at the Ayre were wonderful: warm, friendly, helpful, attentive. The room was ok, nothing special. Menu in the restaurant/pub was ok, nothing special. We were there over the New Year, stayed for 7 days... Again, the staff were wonderful!"
United States
Bree
The price is AED 332
AED 399 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
The Ayre Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Kirkwall?
People visiting Kirkwall may want to seek out a tour to learn more about the local history. Why not absorb the local color with a visit to the bars?
How many historical hotels are located in Kirkwall?
In Kirkwall, you'll find 22 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Kirkwall?
Favorite places to visit include Orkney Museum, Orkney Wireless Museum, and Highland Park Distillery. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Scapa Distillery and Scapa Beach.
What is a historic hotel like in Kirkwall?
Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognized historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Kirkwall, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Kirkwall have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Kirkwall, you won't find yourself staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.