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The Ayre Hotel
Ayre Road, Kirkwall, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 654 per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
AED 654
AED 785 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
"Only problem is that the toilet in our room was poor at flushing. That was a bit unfortunate. The lounge area, the staff, the food was absolutely great. Such lovely people."
Reviewed on 3 May 2025
Albert Hotel
Mounthoolie Lane, Kirkwall, Scotland
The price is AED 660 per night from Jun 12 to Jun 13
AED 660
AED 792 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (229 reviews)
"A1"
Reviewed on 15 May 2025
The Shore
Shore Street, Kirkwall, Scotland
The price is AED 809 per night from May 31 to Jun 1
AED 809
AED 971 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus ...
Kirkwall stop over.
"We got in just on darkness after a 7pm departure from Scrabster. The room was clean and compact but had everything we needed. The mattress on the bed was a little springy but all in all, comfortable. I'd stay here again."
Reviewed on 24 April 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cosy, modern ground floor flat in central Kirkwall
Kirkwall
Stay at this apartment in Kirkwall. Popular attractions Bishop's Palace and Earl's Palace are located nearby.
Great location
"A basic flat, but had everything I needed for a one week stay. Exactly as described. Extremely clean. Great location with shops, restaurants, public transport easily walkable. Very easy check in process. Great hosts."
Reviewed on 29 April 2025
Castleyards Apartment 1
1 West Castle Street, Kirkwall, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Orkney Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral ...
"Bedroom area is cramped otherwise an excellent little flat"
Reviewed on 26 April 2024
Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location With Luxury Hot Tub
Kirkwall
Stay at this vacation home in Kirkwall. Popular attractions Highland Park Distillery and Bishop's Palace are located nearby.
Beautiful Home in a great location
"This is a beautiful spacious home in a great location. The kitchen was very well supplied and the house was super comfortable. I highly recommend you stay here."
Reviewed on 13 October 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Earl's Palace
4.5/5(3 reviews)
After visiting Earl's Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kirkwall. Make time to visit the cathedral and monuments while you're in the area.
St. Magnus Cathedral
5/5(9 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Kirkwall with a visit to St. Magnus Cathedral. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Bishop's Palace
4.5/5(4 reviews)
After visiting Bishop's Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kirkwall. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Highland Park Distillery
5/5(1 review)
Find out about the history of Kirkwall when you spend time at Highland Park Distillery. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
Orkney Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.
Scapa Distillery
You can take time to visit Scapa Distillery during your travels to Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Reviews of Kirkwall
4.8
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
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We only spent one night but it was very nice.
5/5 - Excellent
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If you are a whisky drinker, make sure you go to Highland Park. Great tours and tasting!
5/5 - Excellent
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Love Kirkwall. Difficult to find affordable housing at short notice.
5/5 - Excellent
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Book ahead!!! This place fills up the year before for the season. I was lucky to get a room for one night!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Should come again in the Summer with the family!
- Highland Park Distillery
- Earl's Palace
- St. Magnus Cathedral
- Orkney Museum
- Bishop's Palace
- Scapa Distillery
- Scapa Beach
- Mill Sand
- Orkney Wireless Museum
- Skara Brae
- Stromness Ferry Terminal
- Standing Stones of Stenness
- Ring of Brogdar
- Balfour Castle
- Scapa Flow Visitor Centre
- Italian Chapel
- Old Man of Hoy
- Bay of Skaill
- Brough of Birsay
- Carrick House
- Corrigall Farm Museum
- Maes Howe
- Tomb of the Eagles
- St. John's Head
- Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve
- Lyness Naval Cemetery
- Longhope Lifeboat Museum
- Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre
- Churchill Barriers
- Maes Howe
- Stromness Museum
- Banks Chambered Tomb