Gorseness

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A coastal landscape with a grassy field, a hill, and a body of water.
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A rural road curving through a grassy landscape with hills in the background.
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A rural road with stone walls and a stone house in the distance.
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A rural road flanked by fields of yellow flowers and green grass, leading to distant buildings.
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A cemetery with numerous gravestones, some weathered and others intact, set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a body of water.
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Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub

Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub

5 out of 5
1 South Moa Gorseness SCT
Book a stay at this luxury cottage in Gorseness. Enjoy free parking, private hot tubs, and a garden. Popular attractions Balfour Castle and Orkney Brewery are ...
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Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub
Riff Farmhouse

Riff Farmhouse

5 out of 5
Riff Gorseness SCT
Book a stay at this luxury cottage in Gorseness. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Balfour Castle and Orkney Brewery are located ...
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Riff Farmhouse
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
$83 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
$100 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kirkwall. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (277 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2026

The Ayre Hotel
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Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub

Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub

5 out of 5
1 South Moa Gorseness SCT
Book a stay at this luxury cottage in Gorseness. Enjoy free parking, private hot tubs, and a garden. Popular attractions Balfour Castle and Orkney Brewery are ...
Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub
Riff Farmhouse

Riff Farmhouse

5 out of 5
Riff Gorseness SCT
Book a stay at this luxury cottage in Gorseness. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Balfour Castle and Orkney Brewery are located ...
Riff Farmhouse
Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

St Margaret's Hope, Orkney Scotland
Stay at this cottage in South Ronaldsay. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Hoxa Tapestry Gallery and Sand of Wright are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"This was a very unique cottage. I just loved it. It was clean and cozy. I loved watching the otters and just sitting and watching the water."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Gorseness?
The best time to visit Gorseness is from June through October, when the climate is most favorable. For travelers seeking fewer crowds and potentially better value, the quieter months of December through March offer a good alternative, typically with cooler temperatures.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Gorseness?
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Should I stay in a hotel or vacation rental in Gorseness?
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What if I need help during my Gorseness trip?
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If it's your first trip to Gorseness, Expedia can help you plan by bringing together stays, flights, activities, traveler reviews, and trip-planning tools in one place. With Expedia's Trip Planner you can compare options, read reviews from other travelers, and build an itinerary that matches your interests and budget.
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