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The Ayre Hotel
We stayed for 3 nights as a family of four in one of the apartments. The room was very well presented and had a small kitchen. The food served by the restaurant was delicious. There was an excellent selection of spirits and local beers. The staff very helpful and friendly. Will stay again.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Albert Hotel
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
The Stromness Hotel
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
2 bedroom accommodation in Stromness
Rockworks Chalets No.2 - UK7041
Windy but not a problem
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2024
Charming in the heart of Stromness Pet friendly
Saturday Arrival and Departure
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.
St. Magnus Cathedral
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.
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.
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
- Standing Stones of Stenness
- Ring of Brogdar
- Highland Park Distillery
- St. Magnus Cathedral
- Earl's Palace
- Maes Howe
- Orkney Museum
- Bishop's Palace
- Scapa Distillery
- Orkneyinga Saga Centre
- Piers Art Centre
- Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve
- Maes Howe
- Orkney Wireless Museum
- Bay of Skaill
- Scapa Beach