Mainland
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Visit Mainland

The Ayre Hotel
Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room.
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Albert Hotel
The Albert was an excellent place to stay for 3 days while we went around Okkney Islands. Our room was huge and a view of the ocean! The only possible drawback was parking can be a challenge! But doable.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

The Shore
Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness

Rockworks Chalets No.2 - UK7041
Windy but not a problem
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024
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.

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.

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.

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
- Ring of Brogdar
- Standing Stones of Stenness
- Highland Park Distillery
- St. Magnus Cathedral
- Orkney Museum
- Earl's Palace
- Maes Howe
- Scapa Distillery
- Bishop's Palace
- Piers Art Centre
- Orkneyinga Saga Centre
- Maes Howe
- Orkney Wireless Museum
- Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve
- Scapa Beach
- Bay of Skaill




