The Best Hotels Closest to Bay of Skaill in Stromness for 2026

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A building with a single entrance door, a small window, and a light fixture on the exterior wall.

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

A small building with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a window.

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

1. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

17 km from Bay of Skaill

AED 573

AED 688 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a front porch with a bench.

A living room with a blue sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a television.

A kitchen counter with various food items and kitchenware, including a fruit bowl, a juice container, and a container of Greek yogurt.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

2. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

8.7 km from Bay of Skaill

Claudia

AED 465

AED 558 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

3. The Stromness Hotel

10.3 km from Bay of Skaill

Hamish

AED 406

AED 487 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a window.

A building with a sign that reads 'ROYAL HOTEL'.

A hotel room with a large window, a chair, a table, and a lamp.

A restaurant with multiple seating areas, including booths and tables, and a bar in the background.

4. The Royal Hotel Stromness

10.4 km from Bay of Skaill

AED 742

AED 890 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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Hotels recommended for families near Bay of Skaill

The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

AED 406

AED 487 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A stone building with a sign for the Albright Hotel.

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.

Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

AED 479

AED 575 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

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.

The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

AED 296

AED 356 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.

A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a blue and white bedspread, and two blue pillows. There is a small table with a lamp and a chair in front of a window with curtains.

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

The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

AED 632

AED 759 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

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.

The Shore

Kirkwall

AED 271

AED 736 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a clock on the wall, and a view through the windows.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

A living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

A room with a desk, a chair, a bulletin board with notices, a mirror, and a door.

Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

AED 501

AED 601 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

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

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

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

The Sands Hotel

Burray

AED 583

AED 700 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bedroom with a bed, a pink sofa, a wooden nightstand, and a desk with a telephone.

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

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

Northern Sands Hotel

Thurso

AED 400

AED 480 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

Top Bay of Skaill Hotel Reviews

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Comfy room, excellent service, perfectly located."

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."

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, clean and conveniently located. Breakfast was great and the owners were incredibly helpful. Really enjoyed my stay."

Withi-gill - Bay of Ireland Views 50m From Beach

10/10 Excellent

"WHAT A FIND! When I was first looking for somewhere to stay in Stromness I have to admit that I was quite disappointed not to be able to find anywhere overlooking the harbour. Then I saw 'Withy Gill' listed on the website and booked for a 4 night stay in August. Having now had our holiday and wandered round Orkney and Stromness, how glad am I that I found it ! Simon the host contacted us a few times before our trip and always responded to any queries we had. The cottage itself is great, exactly as the description with lovely views over to the Hills of Hoy. The interior was immaculate and the furniture looks brand new, it is warm, cosy and somewhere I could quite happily live in with everything you need (including little extras like a welcome pack, the binoculars in the kitchen, games, reading books and snuggly throws in the living room :)) We will be returning to Orkney in the future and wouldn't dream of staying anywhere else."

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful staff!"

Stromness Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Property was as expected. Very convenient for our 3 day stay."

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

Rural apartment next to next with wonderful views

10/10 Excellent

"A very snug converted loft, very comfortable in a beautiful and quiet area on the Orkney mainland. We loved our stay."

Harbour Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing location, and great host. All the appliances worked (and we cooked frequently in the kitchen that offered space enough for 2 to be comfortable). The bedrooms at the top of the stairs were compact but had a table and chair in each, for those who need laptop or writing space. The living room was cozy. (The toilet was a bit loud, but nothing egregious.) The LOCATION was fantastic. I was concerned that possibly there would be noise from the harbor across the street…nothing. Ships came and went. There’s a good bakery, amazing butcher shop, and at least one charity shop (and museum) within walking distance, let alone a Co-op for all basic necessities. Would be glad to stay here again! Much prettier than Kirkwall. "

Other attractions near Bay of Skaill

Ancient stone structures on a grassy hillside overlooking a beach.

Skara Brae

9.8/10 (128 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Stromness with a trip to Skara Brae. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

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A group of people walking on a grassy path with stone structures in the distance and a lake in the background.

Ring of Brogdar

9.6/10 (54 reviews)

Find out about the history of Stromness with a stop at Ring of Brogdar. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

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A puffin standing on a grassy cliff by the sea.

Brough of Birsay

9.4/10 (20 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Birsay with a stop at Brough of Birsay. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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A grassy field with a dirt path leading to a hill with a small structure.

Maes Howe

9.4/10 (21 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Stenness with a stop at Maes Howe. Discover the hot springs while you're in the area.

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Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Birsay. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

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Earl's Palace

7.8/10 (7 reviews)

Find out about the history of Birsay when you take a trip to Earl's Palace. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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Barony Mills

Find out about the history of Birsay with a stop at Barony Mills. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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Corrigall Farm Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Corrigall Farm Museum during your travels in Harray. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's hot springs.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bay of Skaill?

Bay of Skaill is located in Stromness. Stromness is home to 17 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something with the amenities you're looking for.

What's the best hotel to stay near Bay of Skaill?

Smithfield guesthouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 4 mi (6.4 km) from Bay of Skaill. Other good choices in the area include The Stromness Hotel and Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Bay of Skaill?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Bay of Skaill.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bay of Skaill, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Bay of Skaill.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bay of Skaill?

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Our top choices for Bay of Skaill hotels

1. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

2. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

3. The Stromness Hotel

4. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Hotels recommended for families near Bay of Skaill

The Stromness Hotel

Albert Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

The Shore

Royal Oak Guest House

The Sands Hotel

Northern Sands Hotel

Top Bay of Skaill Hotel Reviews

The Ayre Hotel

Albert Hotel

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Withi-gill - Bay of Ireland Views 50m From Beach

Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness Apartments

West End Guest House

Rural apartment next to next with wonderful views

Harbour Cottage

Other attractions near Bay of Skaill

Skara Brae

Ring of Brogdar

Brough of Birsay

Maes Howe

Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Earl's Palace

Barony Mills

Corrigall Farm Museum

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