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Your Shapinsay Vacation

The fascinating city of Shapinsay is calling your name. Uncover both its hidden gems and highlights with a Shapinsay vacation package that's customized to you. Want to explore your surroundings? Balfour Castle, St. Magnus Cathedral and Earls Palace are among the most popular places to visit during your trip to Shapinsay. No matter your travel plans or the size of your budget, organizing a tailored Shapinsay vacation is a cinch with Expedia.

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Balfour Castle

After visiting Balfour Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Shapinsay. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Balfour Castle

Orkney Brewery

Find out about the history of Shapinsay when you spend time at Orkney Brewery. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Orkney Brewery

What to do in Shapinsay

Cliffs of Yesnaby

Private Tour Discover Orkney with Pick-Up

$372
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour Discover Orkney with Pick-Up
Orkney Mainland Private Tour

Orkney Mainland Private Tour

$313
per adult
Orkney Mainland Private Tour
Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander

Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander

$599
per traveler
100% of travellers recommend
Historic Orkney Private Odyssey Tour by a native Islander
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Shapinsay Hotel Deals

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$81 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from Dec 24 to Dec 25
$98 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Total with taxes and fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$130 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
$157 total
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Total with taxes and fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (264 reviews)
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

Albert Hotel
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
6.8/10 (83 reviews)
The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor.

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

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Shapinsay Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
British pounds sterling
Closest Airport
Kirkwall Airport (KOI)
Max Temp Winter
45ºF
Max Temp Summer
55ºF
Top Sights
St. Magnus Cathedral, Highland Park Distillery and Balfour Castle

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Shapinsay vacation package cost?
You can pick up a vacation package to this destination on Expedia. But how much your vacation to Shapinsay costs will depend on factors like the length of stay, hotel choice and season.
What are the cheapest months to go to Shapinsay?
If you'd like to snag a cheap Shapinsay vacation package, consider visiting in July, October and December. You'll generally find lower prices on accommodations and flights during these months — ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
How many days is enough for Shapinsay?
Generally, a handful of days is enough to visit the main attractions during your Shapinsay vacation. However, if you want to have more time to unwind or take day tours, consider extending your trip.
How to find the best Shapinsay package deals?
Use Expedia's handy filters to help you find some fabulous Shapinsay package deals. When you start your search, simply set your maximum budget and then sort the results by "Price: low to high." If you want to save, plan your trip for midweek, or browse for Shapinsay package deals in the off-season. Play around with your travel dates and you may land even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's usually best to book your vacation package well in advance.
Is it cheaper to book a Shapinsay vacation as a package?
An Expedia vacation package could score you significant savings when compared to booking flights and stays individually. Better still, you can tailor your Shapinsay getaway to match your exact needs. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a rental car. Explore our bundles to see how much you can save.
When to book a vacation package to Shapinsay?
Secure incredible discounts by booking your flights in advance with Expedia. If being spontaneous is more your thing, grab one of our last-minute deals for a spur-of-the-moment Shapinsay break.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Shapinsay vacation packages?
If you're like us, you love discovering new places but don't love the big price tag that can sometimes come with it. That's why we offer Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With help from online lender Affirm, you can spread the total cost of your Shapinsay trip over 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no hidden costs or late payment fees, so you can secure cheap vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you see them.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.