Title: Top 10 Hotels in Mainland from $109 - Competitive Prices | Expedia.com

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Ocean view

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Pet friendly

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Cottage

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## Our top choices for Mainland hotels

![Free daily full breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10562000/10561983/5d4e0fce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Double Room (Small) | Free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10562000/10561983/c96f3897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10562000/10561983/0d3d131f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10570000/10562000/10561983/97974ae4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Karrawa Guest House

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Karrawa-Guest-House.h10561983.Hotel-Information)

Kirkwall

9.6/10

Exceptional

(114 reviews)

"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Matthew Simon

$93 nightly

$112 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Karrawa-Guest-House.h10561983.Hotel-Information)

![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/247c473f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Billiards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/de50d68d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/3418c543.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61370000/61368500/61368402/17a5cfad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Royal Hotel Stromness

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stromness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Stromness.h61368402.Hotel-Information)

Stromness

8.8/10

Excellent

(79 reviews)

"Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Gered

$221 nightly

$266 total

Feb 10 - Feb 11

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stromness-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel-Stromness.h61368402.Hotel-Information)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/a45c94fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/c20da6fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/7d393d74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2241300/2241210/41c99836.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Albert Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Albert-Hotel.h2241210.Hotel-Information)

Kirkwall

9.0/10

Wonderful

(265 reviews)

"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Gered

$134 nightly

$161 total

Feb 11 - Feb 12

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Albert-Hotel.h2241210.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/579dbf4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/472e0530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/d2c6a1bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21320000/21312600/21312501/21068068.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Orkney Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Orkney-Hotel.h21312501.Hotel-Information)

Kirkwall

8.4/10

Very Good

(75 reviews)

"Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Antony

$159 nightly

$191 total

Feb 7 - Feb 8

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Orkney-Hotel.h21312501.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/8d803f19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/ed57d71e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/651cf583.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69810000/69805600/69805557/7794415a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Stromness Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stromness-Hotels-The-Stromness-Hotel-By-Payman-Club.h69805557.Hotel-Information)

Stromness

7.0/10

Good

(83 reviews)

"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Maya

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stromness-Hotels-The-Stromness-Hotel-By-Payman-Club.h69805557.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478300/4478238/28ce67ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478300/4478238/ffa81c05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478300/4478238/9f1d4d4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478300/4478238/cbe16bb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Shore

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Shore.h4478238.Hotel-Information)

Kirkwall

8.2/10

Very Good

(173 reviews)

"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Bill

$123 nightly

$148 total

Feb 14 - Feb 15

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Shore.h4478238.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/17198405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/6d38161e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Apartment | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/d3db34e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Apartment | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14940000/14937100/14937099/05968d61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Ayre Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Ayre-Hotel.h14937099.Hotel-Information)

Kirkwall

8.6/10

Excellent

(226 reviews)

"The staff at the Ayre were wonderful: warm, friendly, helpful, attentive. The room was ok, nothing special. Menu in the restaurant/pub was ok, nothing special. We were there over the New Year, stayed for 7 days... Again, the staff were wonderful!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Bree

$90 nightly

$109 total

Feb 20 - Feb 21

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-The-Ayre-Hotel.h14937099.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/84216994.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/1e28d00d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/41e0ba94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17450000/17447300/17447294/3cf57c74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stromness-Hotels-Lindisfarne-Bed-Breakfast.h17447294.Hotel-Information)

Stromness

9.8/10

Exceptional

(75 reviews)

"Beautiful place with great hosts"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

LINDA

$128 nightly

$154 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Stromness-Hotels-Lindisfarne-Bed-Breakfast.h17447294.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101207500/101207461/b846925f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101207500/101207461/7ae40bb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double Room (3) | Soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101207500/101207461/42a286ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101210000/101207500/101207461/0d72e2a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Grainbank Mews

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Grainbank-Mews.h101207461.Hotel-Information)

Kirkwall

10/10

Exceptional

(8 reviews)

"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "

![Norway](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/no.svg)

Magnus

$96 nightly

$116 total

Feb 7 - Feb 8

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Grainbank-Mews.h101207461.Hotel-Information)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/e593b589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/fb54c9fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/f1c3f22d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88350000/88345700/88345694/ce3534ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Royal Oak Guest House

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Royal-Oak-Guest-House.h88345694.Hotel-Information)

Kirkwall

10/10

Exceptional

(52 reviews)

"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Jeremy

$112 nightly

$135 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Kirkwall-Hotels-Royal-Oak-Guest-House.h88345694.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/edb9b2d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/d0318623.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/d9d18cc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71410000/71401200/71401124/662abe53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Sands Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/Burray-Hotels-The-Sands-Hotel.h71401124.Hotel-Information)

Burray

9.8/10

Exceptional

(54 reviews)

"Loved the location, friendly staff, great pub, excellent meals. Room was perfect with a beautiful view of the water."

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Gered

$161 nightly

$194 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Burray-Hotels-The-Sands-Hotel.h71401124.Hotel-Information)

![Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87090000/87080400/87080392/f2766762.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87090000/87080400/87080392/07ddf8e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cottage | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87090000/87080400/87080392/b76e9a3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87090000/87080400/87080392/f93f435f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Steading

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoy-Island-Hotels-The-Steading.h87080392.Hotel-Information)

South Walls

$1,139 nightly

$1,367 total

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Hoy-Island-Hotels-The-Steading.h87080392.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7067100/7067041/d5039cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7067100/7067041/d1331c99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7067100/7067041/e4c841d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7070000/7067100/7067041/f0f30ad1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Murray Arms Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.com/South-Ronaldsay-Hotels-Murray-Arms-Hotel.h7067041.Hotel-Information)

South Ronaldsay

9.2/10

Wonderful

(151 reviews)

"Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Harriet

$91 nightly

$109 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/South-Ronaldsay-Hotels-Murray-Arms-Hotel.h7067041.Hotel-Information)

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## Stay near popular Scottish Islands attractions

![Skara Brae showing heritage elements, a bay or harbor and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089041/453cce3e-f576-4f3c-ab9e-4f7c89437e2f.jpg)

### Skara Brae

4.8/5 (59 reviews)

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

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![Ring of Brogdar featuring heritage elements, tranquil scenes and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089039/e50639f5-c72a-49b7-9bc5-b9b38e1b688e.jpg)

### Ring of Brogdar

4.8/5 (17 reviews)

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

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![Earl\'s Palace which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and building ruins](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6089055/7d2cc554-853b-418a-82ee-7dd064fef261.jpg)

### 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.

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### St. Magnus Cathedral

4.5/5 (60 reviews)

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

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### Maes Howe

4.6/5 (10 reviews)

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

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### Orkney Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums. 

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### Highland Park Distillery

4.7/5 (11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kirkwall when you spend time at Highland Park Distillery. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area. 

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### Scapa Distillery

You can take time to visit Scapa Distillery during your travels to Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area. 

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## Learn more about Mainland

Explore attractions like Maes Howe and Standing Stones of Stenness as you discover things to see and do in Mainland.

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## Top Mainland Hotel Reviews

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### The Royal Hotel Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal."

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### Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."

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### The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room."

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### Grainbank Mews

10/10 Excellent

"Room was quality, shower excellent, room warm and very clean, beds very comfortable. Staff welcoming and friendly."

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### The Shore

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want. "

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### Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful warm family atmosphere, great renovated rooms, excellent breakfast. Good location with a short walk to the center of Kirkwall and convenient parking. "

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### The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place"

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### Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were friendly and welcoming, the room was incredibly clean and so comfortable, and the restaurant was delicious! Perfect stay! "

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### The Stromness Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."

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### Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

$112 nightly

$135 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Total with taxes and fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)

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### The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

$161 nightly

$194 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Total with taxes and fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)

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### The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

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6.8/10 (83 reviews)

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### Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

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7.8/10 Good! (42 reviews)

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### Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

 Kirkwall Scotland

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### Luxury Rural Retreat

 Orkney Scotland

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