Hotels in Kirkwall

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel Hotels in Kirkwall
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+1
"The hostel is within the Kirkwall town centre, and the facilities were good. The staff were quite friendly and helpful as this was my first ever journey to the Orkney isles and mainland."
Good
18 reviews
7.9/10
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Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments Hotels in Kirkwall
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Bar
+2
"Good hotel. At the centre of Kirkwall. Great food at its restauran"
Very Good
102 reviews
8.3/10
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Royal Oak Guesthouse Hotels in Kirkwall
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Located in Kirkwall, Royal Oak Guest House is within a 15-minute walk of Highland Park Distillery and Bishop's Palace. This guesthouse is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Earl's Palace and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from St. Magnus Cathedral. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 8 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers.
Amazing
43 reviews
9.7/10
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The Kirkwall Hotel Hotels in Kirkwall
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Bar
Billiards Room
+3
"Not bad. Old but beautiful and cozy."
Very Good
41 reviews
8.4/10
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The Shore Hotels in Kirkwall
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With a stay at The Shore, you'll be centrally located in Kirkwall, just a 3-minute walk from Orkney Wireless Museum and 6 minutes by foot from St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Bishop's Palace. This smoke-free hotel offers complimentary parking nearby. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include luggage storage and an elevator. Stay in one of 17 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Very Good
46 reviews
8.0/10
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Karrawa Guest House Hotels in Kirkwall
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"It was a very cozy guesthouse. Anyway, it's close to the local bus stop, but it's hard because there are only a few buses."
Amazing
65 reviews
9.5/10
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Albert Hotel Hotels in Kirkwall
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+3
With a stay at Albert Hotel in Kirkwall, you'll be just steps from Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bishop's Palace. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall. Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and laundry facilities. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Stay in one of 18 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Very Good
70 reviews
8.9/10
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The Orkney Hotel Hotels in Kirkwall
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+5
"A bit overpriced, rooms are a bit dated. Peeling wallpaper on ceiling in room. Breakfast was good otherwise."
Good
56 reviews
7.7/10
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Grainbank Mews Hotels in Kirkwall
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With a stay at Grainbank Mews in Kirkwall, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of The Pickaquoy Centre and Orkney Wireless Museum. This guesthouse is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from St. Magnus Cathedral and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Orkney Museum. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 4 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions.
Amazing
25 reviews
9.5/10
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Castleyards Apartment 12 Hotels in Kirkwall
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+4
With a stay at this apartment in Kirkwall, you'll be just steps from Orkney Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral. This apartment is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Orkney Wireless Museum and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Bishop's Palace. This smoke-free apartment offers games. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. An LCD television with cable programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a separate sitting area and a microwave.
Very Good
8.9/10
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Hotel rates in Kirkwall are typically lowest on Saturday, with average nightly rates around £98. Friday tends to be the most expensive, averaging £244 per night.
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What are some of the best hotels in Kirkwall?

The most popular Kirkwall hotels for your stay: The Kirkwall Hotel (from £186), Kirkwall Youth Hostel (from £32) and Royal Oak Guesthouse (from £128) are the preferred hotels.

What hotels in Kirkwall offer an especially good breakfast ?

The Kirkwall Hotel (from £186),Ayre Hotel & Ayre Apartments (from £160) and Karrawa Guest House (from £119) provide high-quality breakfast. Start your day with a delicious breakfast!

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Kirkwall Hotels Information

Number of reviews
486
Total properties
10
Weekday Avg. Price
£188
Weekend Avg. Price
£183
Trending hotel
The Kirkwall Hotel