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The Ayre Hotel
Comfortable room
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

The Stromness Hotel
The hotel closed all food and beverage service. There was a notice on their website but no notice on Expedia. The surrounding town was largely closed too, so being without food options was not acceptable. The hotel emailed to confirm my reservation. I complained and asked for a cancellation and refund. ...
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

The Shore
Functional and practical
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Cozy, Central & Clean-The Ideal Two-Bedroom Apartment for Your Next Gataway

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

Cosy Studio In The Heart Of Kirkwall
Popular places to visit

Skara Brae
Discover the secrets of Orkney’s earliest inhabitants and find out what life was like during prehistoric times at this beautifully preserved ancient village.

St. Magnus Cathedral
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.

Earl's Palace
Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.

Ring of Brogdar
Delve into the mysteries of this prehistoric landmark, comprising a ring of standing stones set against the wild landscape of the Orkney Islands.

Maes Howe
Part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, this fascinating chambered tomb predates the Egyptian pyramids.

Bishop's Palace
Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.
- Skara Brae
- Standing Stones of Stenness
- St. Magnus Cathedral
- Highland Park Distillery
- Earl's Palace
- Ring of Brogdar
- Orkney Museum
- Maes Howe
- Scapa Distillery
- Bishop's Palace
- Piers Art Centre
- Maes Howe
- Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve
- Orkney Wireless Museum
- Orkneyinga Saga Centre
- Bay of Skaill
- Scapa Beach




