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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments |
8.2 / 10 (1044 Reviews) |
From 80$ | |
| The Kirkwall Hotel |
8.4 / 10 (340 Reviews) |
From 119$ | |
| Albert Hotel |
8.2 / 10 (201 Reviews) |
From 318$ | |
| The Orkney Hotel |
7.6 / 10 (152 Reviews) |
From 163$ | |
| St Ola Hotel |
7.1 / 10 (293 Reviews) |
From 158$ |
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Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments
From 80$
The 3-star Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments Kirkwall offers 60 rooms in a 10-minute ride from Wideford Hill. Highlights at this venue include an à la carte restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi in public areas.
The accommodation is set within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Kirkwall, not far from Orkney Wireless Museum. It is also 0.7 km from The Earl's Palace and just a short stroll from a harbour. The property is situated amidst a restaurant and a bar, and within reach of Saint Magnus Cathedral. Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments is a short ride from Scapa Beach. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus station is set 150 metres away.
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The Kirkwall Hotel
From 119$
Set 1 km from the centre of Kirkwall, The Kirkwall Hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the venue. The Earl's Palace can be found 550 metres from the accommodation.
The property is situated about a 10-minute ride from Wideford Hill and next to Orkney Wireless Museum. Nearby attractions include Saint Magnus Cathedral. The venue is within walking distance of Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop.
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Albert Hotel
From 318$
Set only a short distance from The Earl's Palace, this 3-star Albert Hotel Kirkwall is located near Orkney Wireless Museum. Boasting location next to Saint Magnus Cathedral, the venue offers 11 rooms together with a coffee bar onsite.
Grain Earth House is less than 1.3 km away. The centre of Kirkwall is reachable within 5 minutes' walk. Albert Hotel is a short ride from the serious Highland Park Distillery. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus station is located about a 5-minute walk from the accommodation.
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The Orkney Hotel
From 163$
Kirkwall Marina is a mere 0.8 km from The Orkney Hotel which boasts a shared lounge, a lending library, and a golf course. The venue is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to The Earl's Palace.
The accommodation is within 20 minutes' walk of Highland Park Distillery. Nearby attractions include Saint Magnus Cathedral. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is a minute's walk from The Orkney Hotel.
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St Ola Hotel
From 158$
Set within a 25-minute walk of Scapa Beach, this 3-star St Ola Hotel Kirkwall is located near The Orkney Museum. It offers Wi-Fi throughout the venue.
The city centre is about 5 minutes away on foot. Grain Earth House is 1.2 km from the accommodation, while Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus station is 150 metres away. Staying at St Ola Hotel, guests get quick access to Saint Magnus Cathedral.
Hotels in Kirkwall
| Hotel with a view 🔍 | Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments |
| Top Hotel for couples 💑 | The Kirkwall Hotel |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Albert Hotel |
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Kirkwall Youth Hostel
From 28$
The property is set 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Kirkwall, about 5 minutes' walk from Scapa Crafts Orkney Chairs. It offers accommodation with Wi-Fi in public areas.
The venue is also located 10 minutes' drive from Scapa Distillery. Offering British meals, West End Hotel is around 650 metres away. Kirkwall Youth lies close to Peedie Sea. Shuttle to pier bus stop is 600 metres away.
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The Shore
From 104$
Located just off Kirkwall Marina, this 3-star The Shore Hotel is a 10-minutes’ drive from HMS Royal Oak Memorial. The venue features Wi-Fi throughout the accommodation.
Guests will also appreciate proximity to The Orkney Museum, which is 500 metres away. The distance between Kirkwall city centre and the property is 1 km. The Shore Hotel is situated not too far from the 12th-century Earl's Palace. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop lies within 150 metres away.
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Karrawa Guest House
From 95$
The lovely Karrawa Guest House Kirkwall is a 3-star accommodation set just 1.4 km from Saint Magnus Cathedral. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.
The property is situated 2 km from Kirkwall city centre and 5 km from Kirkwall airport. Orkney Wireless Museum can be found approximately 20 minutes on foot from the guest house. Karrawa Guest House is a short ride from The Orkney Museum.
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Heatherlea
From 118$
Heatherlea Bed & Breakfast Kirkwall offers 3-star accommodation within 25 minutes' walk of Highland Park Distillery.
The venue is located off The Earl's Palace, just 10 minutes' walk from the city centre. Orkney Golf Club is about 5 minutes' drive from the bed & breakfast, while Kirkwall airport is 10 km from it. You can get to Scapa Beach in a few minutes by car. Stand 4 bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is only a short drive from Heatherlea Bed & Breakfast.
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West End Guest House
From 150$
Set only 5 minutes on foot from The Orkney Museum, the 3-star West End Guest House Kirkwall features Wi-Fi throughout the venue as well as free private parking on site. Harbour Street is 900 metres from the accommodation, while Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus station is 150 metres away.
The hotel is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to The Earl's Palace. This property is located close to Saint Magnus Cathedral.
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Orcades Hostel
From 105$
The venue is set 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Kirkwall, about 25 minutes' walk from Scapa Distillery. It offers accommodation with Wi-Fi throughout the hostel.
Orkney Wireless Museum can be visited 1.3 km from the property. The Reel with British specialities is just around the corner. Major Kirkwall sights, such as Peedie Sea, are located nearby. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop is 650 metres away.
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Shorelands B&B
From 154$
Overlooking the sea, Shorelands B&B is a 12-minute walk from The Orkney Distillery in Kirkwall. There is also a car park.
The venue is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to Orkney Witchcraft Memorial. JP Orkney is 3.6 km from the guest house in Kirkwall. Saint Magnus Cathedral is close to the hotel. There is Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop within 550 metres away.
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City Centre Bridge Street Apartment
From 146$
City Centre Bridge Street Apartment is located near The Orkney Museum and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Kirkwall. It consists of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and an equipped kitchenette.
Saint Magnus Cathedral is 500 metres from the premises, while the Scotch Scapa Distillery is 2.4 km away. A short stroll will take you to restaurants and pubs as well as Orkney Wireless Museum. The Scottish dishes are served at bar The Reel, which is about 350 metres from the venue. Scapa Beach can be reached in a few minutes by car. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop lies 150 metres away from the accommodation.
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Apt 2, Frasers Close
From 297$
Just 10 minutes' walk from Kirkwall city centre, Apt 2, Frasers Close Apartment features rooms with views of the garden. This venue also has a full kitchen fitted with a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator.
Grain Earth House is 1.5 km away and guests can drive to Orkney Golf Club in 5 minutes. Guests can find The Earl's Palace in the area. Garden View Restaurant and The Reel can be found within 200 metres of Apt 2, Frasers Close Apartment. Take a few minutes' cab ride to see Highland Park Distillery. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop is within a 5-minute walk.
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Castaway Guesthouse
From 188$
Situated about a 15-minute walk from Saint Magnus Cathedral, Castaway Guesthouse Kirkwall features Wi-Fi in the rooms and parking on site. The centre of Kirkwall can be reached within a 10-minute walk.
The property is a walk from Harbour Street. You can get to The Orkney Museum in a few minutes by car. Shuttle to pier bus stop, offering a direct link to the city attractions and main places, is merely 600 metres from Castaway Guesthouse.
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The Gallery At Warrenfield House
From 121$
Guests at The Gallery At Warrenfield House Apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kirkwall, like diving, horse riding, and fishing. Offering a full kitchen with a microwave, a fridge, and kitchenware, the venue is located 15 minutes' walking distance from the centre of Kirkwall.
The accommodation is within 0.9 km of Saint Magnus Cathedral and about 4.8 km from Wideford Hill Chambered Cairn. British dishes are served at the restaurant Twenty One. You can get to Harbour Street in a couple of minutes by car. Kirkwall near St Magnus Centre bus stop lies within 550 metres away.