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Castaway Guesthouse, hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall, 15 km from Maeshowe, Castaway Guesthouse offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Lovely location just outside of Kirkwall
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
262 reviews
Price from
£75
1 night, 2 adults
Karrawa Guest House, hotel in Kirkwall

Karrawa Guest House is set in the town of Kirkwall, less than 1 mile from the town centre and within 2.5 miles of the airport and ferry terminal.

Absolutely everything, easy to locate, warm and cosy atmosphere, bedroom was warm, comfy bed, well appointed with lovely en suite. breakfasts were fabulous, hosts were so attentive to every detail, they were so personable and genuinely lovely people
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
99 reviews
Price from
£80
1 night, 2 adults
Bellavista Guest House, hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Kirkwall and only 17 km from Maeshowe, Bellavista Guest House offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Friendly, clean, helpful, excellent location, good parking good atmosphere, very comfy mattress
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
27 reviews
Price from
£111
1 night, 2 adults
Grainbank Mews, hotel in Kirkwall

Grainbank Mews, a property with a garden, is set in Kirkwall, 16 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 18 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Ness of Brogdar.

Thank you to Albert and Aileen for a wonderful stay at Grainbank Mews. The room was beautiful and sparkling clean, with a delicious breakfast prepared for us each morning. Great location, just outside Kirkwall and a couple minutes' drive to all the shops and restaurants. We were really curious about life on Orkney, and Albert was very kind and informative, even pointing us in the direction of the 'Orkney Dictionary' (which I bought!) This place is a treasure and we would love to stay again the next time we are in town.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
42 reviews
Price from
£114
1 night, 2 adults
Royal Oak Guesthouse, hotel in Kirkwall

Royal Oak Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Orkney, 2.2 km from Scapa Beach, 17 km from Maeshowe, as well as 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Clean and comfy
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
133 reviews
Price from
£154
1 night, 2 adults
Aultnagar Accommodation, hotel in Kirkwall

Set in Orkney and only 14 km from Maeshowe, Aultnagar Accommodation offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The property is well located and about a 3km walk from the centre of Kirkwall. The property was very clean, well decorated and comfortable. The owners live in the house but there is a separate entrance for guests and it felt very private. There was a range of cereals, fresh fruit and bread available for breakfast and the host also asked whether we would like pancakes; there was also plenty of sauces and toppings.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
211 reviews
Price from
£105
1 night, 2 adults
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast, hotel in Kirkwall

Featuring views of Scapa Flow, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast is a detached house in a rural location near Stromness. Free WiFi and free private parking is available on site.

The only slight quibble I have that the address was a little hard to find. A sign just off the main road would be helpful.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
380 reviews
Price from
£114
1 night, 2 adults
Ferry Inn, hotel in Kirkwall

The Ferry Inn offers 30 rooms spread across four buildings in Stromness, and is located 6 miles from the UNESCO Neolithic Heart of Orkney.

Breakfast and dinner was very good
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
373 reviews
Price from
£188.10
1 night, 2 adults
Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, Orkney, hotel in Kirkwall

Located in Saint Margarets Hope, 40 km from Maeshowe, Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, Orkney provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Food was great ... especially breakfast; loved the staff fantastic hard-working great with their guests
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
502 reviews
Price from
£80
1 night, 2 adults
Shorelands B&B, hotel in Kirkwall

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Shorelands B&B is situated in Kirkwall, 2.7 km from Scapa Beach and 17 km from Maeshowe.

The property location is excellent within walking distance of beautiful Kirkwall. It is quiet and cosy with a relaxed happy vibe. Nicky and his wife are outstanding hosts and the breakfasts were great.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
206 reviews
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B&Bs that guests love in Kirkwall

  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 429 reviews
    Decent breakfast cooked to order. Charming old building with history. Great location in a quiet part of town, 5-min walk into the centre along a delightful small street. Shower surprisingly powerful. Our few encounters with the staff were good. Lovely breakfast room.
    Nicola
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 429 reviews
    Great Location and free private parking! Friendly Host, fabulously presented breakfast. Loved our stay thank you.
    Cat
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 429 reviews
    Great Location! spotless! Great Breakfast, Safe Secure and Quiet
    Deborah
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 522 reviews
    Great location a short walk from everything in Kirkwall on a quiet street; accommodation was very comfortable & host provided useful local information.
    Vikki
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 621 reviews
    Very quiet at night. Nice dining/ hanging area with good kitchen supplies. Laundry facilities were clean and easily available, with a line to hang clothes in the fresh Kirkwall air. Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Great hostel stay! Bit of a walk into town, but then again who doesn't love a brisk Scottish stroll?
    Martha
    Group
  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 112 reviews
    Apartment furnishings were of exceptional quality. The owners have clearly spared no time nor expense in out a modern and stylish interior. The location was quiet whilst also within easy reach of the city centre
    Steven
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 363 reviews
    Easy Self check in (all explanations received the day of arrival within booking message) The room was very spacious, calm and clean. Kettle with coffee and tea, Tv screen, sofa. Thare is a big shared kitchen with everything you need to prepare your meals. Bed was comfy and bathroom was also very clean. There is a private parking. You have the contact details if you have a question / issue. Self check-out. The Hostel is 5 minutes about the ferry terminal and from all big groceries shop's and city center.
    Cécile
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 206 reviews
    Charming and helpful hosts. A very clean and quiet house and a very nice guest room. Its only a short walk into town and the ferry. A nice breakfast. Easy parking. It would be nice to go again.
    Simon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £75
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 767 reviews
    Great Location; Quiet Room and Corridors; clean and nice smelling. Excellent customer experience and fantastic food.
    Becki
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 352 reviews
    Breakfast is excellent! We enjoyed fresh fruits and yogurt as well as scrambled eggs and smoked salmon👍 Very hospitable landlady and quiet location on the top of hill area with beautiful harbor view. Walkable distance to the city center (about 30 mins).
    Kayoko
    People with friends