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Lilly's Lodges Orkney Robin Lodge, hotel in Orkney

Lilly's Lodges Orkney Robin Lodge offers accommodations in Orkney, 5.4 miles from Maeshowe and 6.4 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Very well organized space. Quiet, rural location. Owners very responsive, we had a question about oven.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
117 reviews
Rymmon Retreat, hotel in Orkney

Offering a garden, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodations in Orkney. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Location. Availability for only 4 days. Cleanliness. Just the right size for two adults.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
148 reviews
Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F, hotel in Orkney

Featuring a garden, Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F provides accommodations in Orkney. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.

It was very clean and newly furnished. The beds were quite comfortable. It was nice to have an extra half bath for four people.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
23 reviews
Redland Cottage, hotel in Orkney

Providing a garden, Redland Cottage features accommodations in Orkney. With free private parking, the property is 5.1 miles from Maeshowe and 6.1 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Awesome spacious new clean house in a pastoral setting, which can’t be beat
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
23 reviews
Central, Stylish - 2 Bed Property, The Stable @ Warrenfield, Free WiFi & Parking, hotel in Orkney

Central, Stylish - 2 Bed Property, The Stable @ Warrenfield, Free WiFi & Parking offers accommodations in Orkney, 1.5 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe.

It was a cosy, well equipped property.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
17 reviews
89 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, Orkney - OR00066F, hotel in Orkney

89 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, Orkney - OR00066F offers accommodations in Orkney, 1.6 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe. This vacation home provides free private parking and free Wifi.

Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
18 reviews
Quoylee, Stromness, Orkney - OR00309F, hotel in Orkney

Quoylee, Stromness, Orkney - OR00309F is located in Orkney, just 5.5 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 4.9 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
13 reviews
Burrian - OR00247F, Lyermira - OR00249F, & Kirkquoy - OR00248F, Harray, Orkney, hotel in Orkney

Burrian - OR00247F, Lyermira - OR00249F, & Kirkquoy - OR00248F, Harray, Orkney offers accommodations in Orkney, 5.8 miles from Maeshowe and 7.8 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Wonderful location, very comfortable house, responsive hosts!
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
10 reviews
Victoria Cottage, Victoria Road, Kirkwall, hotel in Orkney

Victoria Cottage, Victoria Road, Kirkwall offers accommodations in Orkney, 1.6 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe.

Nicely furnished throughout. Lots of handy literature on islands provided. Comfy beds, very clean rooms. Well equipped kitchen Thoughtful welcome gifts Excellent, quick response from the hosts
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
51 reviews
Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub, hotel in Orkney

Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub provides a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 1.2 miles of Scapa Beach and 10 miles of Maeshowe.

We liked everything! Beautiful place, well appointed, featuring local artists. Comfortable and welcoming!
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
26 reviews
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  • Lilly's Lodges Orkney Robin Lodge
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 117 reviews

    Lilly's Lodges Orkney Robin Lodge offers accommodations in Orkney, 5.4 miles from Maeshowe and 6.4 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    Quality, cleanliness, fittings and comprehensive facilities.

  • Rymmon Retreat
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 148 reviews

    Offering a garden, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodations in Orkney. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    fantastic location - we have seen our first aurora from there.

  • Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 23 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Peedie Picky Townhoose - STL OR00094F provides accommodations in Orkney. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio.

    Clean, comfortable and homely. Walking distance to Kirkwall centre

  • Redland Cottage
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 23 reviews

    Providing a garden, Redland Cottage features accommodations in Orkney. With free private parking, the property is 5.1 miles from Maeshowe and 6.1 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    Great location - quiet yet easy access to most of the island

  • Central, Stylish - 2 Bed Property, The Stable @ Warrenfield, Free WiFi & Parking
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 17 reviews

    Central, Stylish - 2 Bed Property, The Stable @ Warrenfield, Free WiFi & Parking offers accommodations in Orkney, 1.5 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe.

    Sehr sauber, modern eingerichtet,gut ausgestattet.

  • 89 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, Orkney - OR00066F
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 18 reviews

    89 Victoria Street, Kirkwall, Orkney - OR00066F offers accommodations in Orkney, 1.6 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe. This vacation home provides free private parking and free Wifi.

    The fact that it was well equipped, centrally located.

  • Quoylee, Stromness, Orkney - OR00309F
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 13 reviews

    Quoylee, Stromness, Orkney - OR00309F is located in Orkney, just 5.5 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 4.9 miles from Ness of Brogdar.

    Layout and space for 4 people great - 2 bathrooms- heating excellent

  • Burrian - OR00247F, Lyermira - OR00249F, & Kirkquoy - OR00248F, Harray, Orkney
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Burrian - OR00247F, Lyermira - OR00249F, & Kirkquoy - OR00248F, Harray, Orkney offers accommodations in Orkney, 5.8 miles from Maeshowe and 7.8 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    Wonderful location, very comfortable house, responsive hosts!

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  • Victoria Cottage, Victoria Road, Kirkwall
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 51 reviews

    Victoria Cottage, Victoria Road, Kirkwall offers accommodations in Orkney, 1.6 miles from Scapa Beach and 10 miles from Maeshowe.

    Very cosy house, with everything we could hope for.

  • Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 26 reviews

    Aurora - Self Catering, Kirkwall, Quiet Location with Luxury Hot Tub provides a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 1.2 miles of Scapa Beach and 10 miles of Maeshowe.

    The quality of the facilities, very hi spec and impressive

  • 18 Gold Drive, Kirkwall, Orkney - OR00185F
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 8 reviews

    18 Gold Drive, Kirkwall, Orkney - OR00185F is located in Orkney, just 10 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 11 miles from Ring of Brogdar.

  • St Clair House
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 55 reviews

    St Clair House offers accommodations in Orkney, 27 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 4.5 miles from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

    Beautiful location. Spacious rooms. Warm and cosy. Well equipped.

  • Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views

    Providing a garden, Switha - Luxury home in Stromness, Orkney with outstanding views offers accommodations in Orkney. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property.

  • Waverley Orkney
    Budget options available

    Waverley Orkney is located in Orkney, just 5.3 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.7 miles from Maeshowe. Both free Wifi and private parking are available at the vacation home free of charge.

  • Brecks Barn
    Budget options available

    Brecks Barn offers accommodations in Orkney, 24 miles from Maeshowe and 25 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness.

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Vacation Homes That Guests Love in Orkney

  • Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 29 reviews
    The pod itself was incredible, very clean and welcoming filled with a feel of home from home. Fantastic views and a great base for travelling Orkney. The host was absolutely wonderful and very friendly. Loved our stay and will 100% return in future.
    Sarah
    Group
  • Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 21 reviews
    Very clean, quiet and comfortable property in a conveniently central Kirkwall location
    Jean
    Group
  • Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 122 reviews
    Friendly service,excellent breakfast,nice rooms and very clean . Highly recommanded!!
    Michaela
    Family with young children
  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 51 reviews
    Very Clean and in centre of kirkwall
    James
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 39 reviews
    Property was in an ideal location and was a very clean/ comfortable wee flat weather it’s for a night or a week. 2 mins from the boat to which was ideal. From start to finish couldn’t fault anything about the property or staff. Highly recommend
    Graham
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 68 reviews
    Very clean place in a quiet location. The host was most welcoming.
    Håkon
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 17 reviews
    Well equipped, comfortable and very clean little house - two good sized double bedrooms upstairs (beds very comfortable) and compact open plan lounge/kitchen/diner and large shower room downstairs. On the outskirts of Kirkwall on the road to the airport. Our host Lukas was very friendly, helpful and responsive. Off road parking.
    V
    Veronica
    Group
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 68 reviews
    Very clean rooms. The kitchen / common room was very spacious and had all the appliances you would ever want to use. The host was very friendly and helpful. Close to supermarkets so it is quite convenient to buy breakfast or cook yourself.
    Kenneth Wu
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $172.31
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 148 reviews
    Loved my stay at Rymmon Retreats The place had everything you ask for and the place was very clean and tidy.
    Keith
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 23 reviews
    Very clean, comfortable and well stocked with towels, pillows and everything needed in the kitchen.
    Steve
    Family with young children