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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. Featuring sea and garden views, this guest house also includes free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

The place is nice and clean. Hospitality was fantastic. Nicky was very helpful. The place is in a good location within walking distance of town.

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9.4
Superb
241 reviews
Price from
£127.50
per night

Set in Kirkwall and only 18 km from Maeshowe, Ardconnel Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden and city views, and is 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness. Guests can make use of outdoor furniture if they wish to dine or sit outside.

Super breakfast! Theresa was so friendly and caring that we were happy!

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9.5
Exceptional
339 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Situated in Kirkwall and only 2.8 km from Scapa Beach, Apt 2, Frasers Close features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 16 km from Maeshowe, 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness and 19 km from Ring of Brogdar. Skara Brae is 28 km from the apartment.

Very clean, spacious apartment in great central location.

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9.5
Exceptional
120 reviews

Situated in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe and 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Orkneyinga offers air conditioning. The property has quiet street views and is 19 km from Ring of Brogdar and 17 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray. The apartment also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

The property is in an excellent location. We were very impressed with the unit, it had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. There was a very nice restaurant right across the road. We were a bit surprised at how far the ferry terminal was from the room. From google maps it looked like a 7 minute walk, but would have been at least 20-25 min, so be sure to take the bus from the terminal. Being a bit technically challenged had a bit of trouble figuring out the washer/dryer, but once we got that figured out it was so nice to get some clothes cleaned.

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9.5
Exceptional
138 reviews

Heatherlea is set in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe, 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, and 19 km from Ring of Brogdar. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests.

Everything was excellent. Debbie was a great host and the B&B has everything you could ever want.

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9.8
Exceptional
202 reviews
Price from
£138
per night

Set in Kirkwall, 15 km from Maeshowe, Castaway Guesthouse offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 2015, this guest house is 16 km from Standing Stones of Stenness and 18 km from Ring of Brogdar. Guests can access the guest house via private entrance.

the hosts were wonderful - very friendly and helpful.

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9.1
Superb
278 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

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. This family-run property offers pleasant rooms with free Wi-Fi.

breakfast was excellent could not find a fault with anything our room was excellent high standard for the price they charge best b&b we have been in

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9.3
Superb
132 reviews

Stay Kirkwall Apartments - Ayre Road, a property with a garden, is situated in Kirkwall, 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 18 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the apartment free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from Maeshowe.

Lovely spacious apartment - large rooms and nice living room area!

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9.2
Superb
25 reviews

The holiday home is composed of 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms. A flat-screen TV is featured. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Skara Brae is 28 km from the holiday home. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 4 km from Kingston House.

Central location. There was everything provided for our stay. Comfortable beds and an exceptional house. Lovely friendly hosts.

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9.3
Superb
13 reviews

City Centre Bridge Street Apartment is set in Kirkwall, 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 19 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray. Located around 18 km from Ness of Brogdar, the apartment is also 28 km away from Skara Brae. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Maeshowe is 16 km away.

We absolutely loved this property! It was perfect for what we wanted and very well equipped. The hot shower was amazing!

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9.2
Superb
56 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

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  • Shorelands B&B
    Breakfast options
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 241 reviews

    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.

    Friendly host, good location, comfortable quiet room.

  • Ardconnel Bed and Breakfast
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 339 reviews

    Set in Kirkwall and only 18 km from Maeshowe, Ardconnel Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Lovely fresh fruit at breakfast! Excellent friendly accommodating host.

  • Apt 2, Frasers Close
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 120 reviews

    Situated in Kirkwall and only 2.8 km from Scapa Beach, Apt 2, Frasers Close features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    It's lovely contemporary furnishings, size of rooms

  • Orkneyinga
    Breakfast options
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 138 reviews

    Situated in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe and 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Orkneyinga offers air conditioning.

    ideal location and parking space also very useful.

  • Heatherlea
    Breakfast options
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 202 reviews

    Heatherlea is set in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe, 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, and 19 km from Ring of Brogdar.

    The property was immaculate and Debbie was a fantastic host.

  • Castaway Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 278 reviews

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

    Comfortable beds, Quiet, Clean & Modern. Good Space

  • Karrawa Guest House
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 133 reviews

    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.

    The room was very comfortable and fitted to an excellent standard.

  • Stay Kirkwall Apartments - Ayre Road
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 25 reviews

    Stay Kirkwall Apartments - Ayre Road, a property with a garden, is situated in Kirkwall, 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 18 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Orkney Fossil and...

    Lots of seating. A lovely base to feel at home while working.

These holiday rentals in Kirkwall have options with FREE cancellation

  • Bellavista Guest House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews

    Set in Kirkwall and only 17 km from Maeshowe, Bellavista Guest House offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness and 20 km from...

    Fantastic welcome and very comfortable guest house. Highly recommended

  • Kingston House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Kingston House is set in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe and 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    Just one thing .. parking would of been nice to have the car nearer to hand

  • City Centre Bridge Street Apartment
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 56 reviews

    City Centre Bridge Street Apartment is set in Kirkwall, 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 19 km from Ring of Brogdar, as well as 17 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray.

    Warm and easy to dry clothes after wet weather walks

  • The Gallery At Warrenfield House
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 42 reviews

    The Gallery At Warrenfield House, a property with a garden, is situated in Kirkwall, 2.4 km from Scapa Beach, 17 km from Maeshowe, as well as 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    Large and clean appartment with flexible check-in and helpfull staff

  • Bright and modern 2 bedroom home in Kirkwall
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 43 reviews

    Located in Kirkwall, 15 km from Maeshowe and 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Bright and modern 2 bedroom home in Kirkwall offers a garden and air conditioning.

    A little further from town than expected - but OK.

  • Bachylis Self Catering
    Free cancellation options available
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 29 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Bachylis Self Catering is situated in Kirkwall, 12 km from Ring of Brogdar and 11 km from Ness of Brogdar.

    Nice, clean and comfortable place, quiet and peaceful, nice views

  • Apt 1, Frasers Close, Kirkwall
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 57 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Apt 1, Frasers Close, Kirkwall features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 2.8 km from Scapa Beach.

    A beautiful place. Clean and excellent facilities

  • 8 Firth Square
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 90 reviews

    Located 1.6 km from Highland Park Distillery in Kirkwall, 8 Firth Square offers accommodation with a kitchen. The accommodation has free WiFi.

    Lovely we'll stocked unit. Convenient location.

Highly rated holiday rentals in Kirkwall

  • Castleyards Apartment 12
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews

    Set in Kirkwall and only 16 km from Maeshowe, Castleyards Apartment 12 offers accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Very central, easy parking. Clean, owner very friendly.

  • The Old Endie Hoose Kirkwall Orkney
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 56 reviews

    The Old Endie Hoose Kirkwall Orkney offers accommodation in Kirkwall, 1.8 km from Highland Park Distillery. Guests may enjoy free WiFi.

    Amazing welcoming spacious home in heart of Kirkwall

  • 24 Old Scapa Road
    8.0+ review score
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 40 reviews

    Set in Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands region, with Scapa Beach nearby, 24 Old Scapa Road offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Comfortable and clean accommodation in nice location.

  • The Pally - behind 13 Palace Road, Kirkwall, Orkney - STL OR00122F
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 38 reviews

    The Pally - behind 13 Palace Road, Kirkwall, Orkney - STL OR00122F is set in Kirkwall, 2.8 km from Scapa Beach, 16 km from Maeshowe, as well as 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    fantastic facilities. exceptionally clean. great location

  • 8 Thoms Street
    8.0+ review score
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 43 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, 8 Thoms Street is located in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe and 18 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    Very comfortable & well situated, close to town!

  • Apartment 76
    8.0+ review score
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 75 reviews

    Offering city views, Apartment 76 is an accommodation located in Kirkwall, 16 km from Maeshowe and 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness.

    large spacious apartment well equiped good location

  • Northlight Apartments - The Lookout
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Set 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 19 km from Ring of Brogdar and 17 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray, Northlight Apartments - The Lookout provides accommodation situated in...

    The apartment is very central and well equipped to a high standard.

  • Castleyards Apartment 2
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews

    Situated in Kirkwall and only 16 km from Maeshowe, Castleyards Apartment 2 features accommodation with city views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    clean, comfortable, great location, good amenities.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Kirkwall

  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 29 reviews
    Self catering. We were warmly welcomed and immediately felt at home. Shona had left us a welcome tray and milk and eggs as well as fresh flowers. The cottage was very cosy and well furnished. It contained everything we needed. We have rented holiday cottages often in the past and Bachylis is one that we particularly enjoyed. . .
    Carol
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 29 reviews
    The Castleyards apartments are right in the heart of the village within walking distance to all the sights plus restaurants and grocery stores, etc. The apartment is compact but contains everything you need to enjoy your stay. The shower was a decent size and had excellent water pressure. The owners were responsive to questions.
    Gail
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 40 reviews
    The cottage had everything we could have possibly needed, even a huge back garden, perfect for children to run around in. The owners were really nice and very helpful, even going to the trouble of keeping us up-to-date with the local travel news. The cottage is on the edge of the village, overlooking a loch where, during our stay, there were adult swans with their brood of cygnets. It was incredibly peaceful. We will definitely be back.
    Beryl
    Family with young children
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 289 reviews
    Location perfect, short term parking outside hotel, long term *free) parking nearby, opposite port and near shops and restaurants.
    Dimitri
    Family with young children
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