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The Ayre Hotel
Staff were excellent - on booking in we were moved to the apartments as there was a coach party in. Very friendly
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Albert Hotel
Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 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
Cosy Studio In The Heart Of Kirkwall
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall
Castleyards Apartment 12
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.
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.
St. Magnus Cathedral
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.
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
- Highland Park Distillery
- Ring of Brogdar
- Standing Stones of Stenness
- Earl's Palace
- Orkney Museum
- St. Magnus Cathedral
- Maes Howe
- Scapa Distillery
- Bishop's Palace
- Orkney Wireless Museum
- Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve
- Maes Howe
- Piers Art Centre
- Orkneyinga Saga Centre
- Bay of Skaill
- Scapa Beach
