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1. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a front porch with a bench.

Location: 6.9 mi from St. John's Head
Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 94 reviews)
Price: $135 nightly, $162 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for St. John's Head hotels
Review: Friendly, clean and conveniently located. Breakfast was great and the owners were incredibly helpful. Really enjoyed my stay., by Claudia

2. The Stromness Hotel

A statue of a historical figure in front of The Stronne Hotel.

Location: 5.6 mi from St. John's Head
Guest rating: 6.8/10 (102 reviews)
Price: $76 nightly, $92 total, Nov 15 - Nov 16, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for St. John's Head hotels
Review: The location and old world charm. The staff member was very nice and went out of his way to help us., by Donna

3. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

A door with a keypad lock and a view of a rural landscape with fields and a road.

Location: 9 mi from St. John's Head
Price: $155 nightly, $186 total, Nov 28 - Nov 29, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for St. John's Head hotels

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Other attractions near St. John's Head

A coastal cliff with a prominent vertical rock formation.

Old Man of Hoy

Rating: 8.8/10 (30 reviews)

Walk along the scenic trail leading to this iconic sea stack, which is among the tallest in Britain.

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A rugged mountain landscape with a body of water in the foreground.

Ward Hill

Embark on a challenging trek to the summit of this hill, the highest point in all of Orkney.

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Dwarfie Stane

Rating: 9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Hoy Island with a stop at Dwarfie Stane. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's countryside.

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Warebeth Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Warebeth Beach during your trip to Stromness? Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

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Ness Battery

Ness Battery is just one of the places to see in Stromness, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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Stromness Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Stromness at Stromness Golf Club. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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Stromness Museum

Rating: 9.0/10 (20 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Stromness Museum during your trip to Stromness. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Piers Art Centre

Rating: 7.6/10 (7 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Piers Art Centre in Stromness. Stroll along the marina or discover the area's hot springs.

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Top St. John's Head Hotel Reviews

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Address: Lindisfarne, Stromness, Scotland, KW16 3EX, GB
Location: Stromness
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 9.8/10 (94 reviews)
Review: Lovely room. Breakfast was fantastc. Hostess Debra helpful. Lovely common room with good selection of Orcadian history, bird watching and ancient sites. Mainland Orkney is an amazing place. Too much to see, too little time. Should have spent a week there. Strommness does nothave many food choices.., by Lori, October 4, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent

Grainbank Mews

A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.

Location: Kirkwall
Review: What a lovely stay! Albert and Aileen run a beautiful B&B - spotless, quiet, and so conveniently located. Albert was very helpful, offering to answer any questions even after we checked out. We also got to meet their dog which was very welcome after nearly two weeks away from our own. I’m not usually a B&B person but I would definitely stay again. And I would wholeheartedly encourage anyone to give it a try., by Holly, November 5, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Karrawa Guest House

Location: Kirkwall
Review: We spent 3 nights at Karrawa House in mid April. The room was as described. My bed was super comfy. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was exceptional. Would stay there again and would definitely recommend the place., by Linda, April 27, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent

Albert Hotel

A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.

Location: Kirkwall
Review: Clean and central location, by Debra, September 28, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Murray Arms Hotel

A wooden table with a plate of food, a bottle of beer, and a tray of blue drinks.

Location: South Ronaldsay
Review: We loved the tour of the facility and our room. Help with parking was so useful for ease of getting out of the lot. My wife needed medicine kept cold and ice packs frozen and had no issues having this done for us. Because we were leaving before breakfast a to go meal was provided for us., by William, September 2, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Ayre Hotel

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

Location: Kirkwall
Review: Comfy room, excellent service, perfectly located., by Giorgia, October 17, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Sands Hotel

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

Location: Burray
Review: The manager Bryce gave us excellent recommendations for dights to see at the south end of the island and where to park on a weekend in Kirkwall. Such a unique setting and quiet., by Susan, August 2, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

West End Guest House

Location: Kirkwall
Review: Wonderful place. The staff are incredibly kind and friendly. The room had everything we needed. The restaurant was superb - a great choice for dinner. The only gripe was that it was a little hard to find - Main Street isn't terribly main., by Matt, July 21, 2019, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Orkney Hotel

A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.

Location: Kirkwall
Review: We were very lucky because both times we parked at the hotel, we got one of the 2 slots in front of the hotel, so we didn't have to try and find the additional parking lot, but the staff did give us a map to find it. Keep in mind that there is no lift, so depending on your floor you need to carry your bags up. The 23kg bag was not much fun to take up and then down 2 flights of stairs. The food for breakfast was very good whether the cereal/yogurt/fruit or the from the menu. The staff in the..., by William, August 24, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Celtic Lodges

A wooden cabin with a deck and outdoor seating area, surrounded by trees.

Location: Thurso
Review: Wayne was very accommodating. He greeted us on entering the driveway and offered us kickstand pucks to keep us from sinking in the gravel. He was very friendly and suggested places to go. Thank you., by Kim, September 17, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Greenland House B&B

A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a table, a guitar, and a ship decoration on the wall.

Location: Castletown
Review: Perfect hosts!, by Alan, September 8, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

The View by BIDE Hotels

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a large building.

Location: Thurso
Review: The view was amazing! We appreciated the good-sized fridge., by Jeffrey, October 22, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Castletown Hotel

A beach with pebbles and sand, a grassy area, and a cliff in the background.

Location: Thurso
Review: Second time staying here in the last 7 months and I think this place is top notch. From the extremely helpful and friendly staff, to the incredible breakfasts included with our room and the excellent dinners we purchased in the evenings, to the superb communication by hotel staff, and the clean and comfortable rooms…I will certainly be back in the future. I’d love to see whoever is running this business teach these principles of professionalism and attention to detail to larger chains because..., by Eric, May 19, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Forss House Hotel

A narrow gravel path leading to stone buildings with green doors, surrounded by lush trees.

Location: Thurso
Review: This place is special. It's like checking into a royal house and getting the royal experience for a couple of days. The house itself gives you a very warm feeling, and dinner experience was very fancy, following all the rules. They also have a great collection of whiskeys. All in all, we loved living the dream., by Yigal, October 6, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Pentland

A stone building with a garden in front, including a bench and chairs.

Location: Thurso
Review: Good old-style hotel, very pleasant. Slept well, the family room was decent and quiet. Breakfast good, just a bit of bad luck as two tour groups flooded the room same time as us. Location very central, and we had no issue to park right in front., by Volker, August 10, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Manor House

A historic stone building with a central red door, symmetrical windows, and a traditional roofline.

Location: Thurso
Review: Great property next to river and walking path. Live music in pub was a real treat., by machel, September 18, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around St. John's Head?

St. John's Head is located in Hoy Island. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

What's the best place to stay near St. John's Head?

The Stromness Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. You'll find it 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from St. John's Head. Other good options in the area include The Royal Hotel Stromness and Ferry Inn Stromness.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. John's Head, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near St. John's Head.

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