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The 10 Best Guest Houses in Kirkwall, UK

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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.

Nick was great! view from the room!

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9.4
Superb
233 reviews
Price from
£127.50
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.

very comfortable beds, excellent breakfast, owner, Stacey was very professional and made us feel welcome, very clean and modern

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9.1
Superb
267 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.

Karrawa is a lovely home with a very comfortable guest room and an exquisitely appointed en-suite. Everything was so clean and Fyona was quite friendly snd welcoming. Our cooked breakfast was delicious. I wish we had been able to spend more time there.

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9.3
Superb
128 reviews
Price from
£133
per night

At the guest house, units come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The guest house features some units with quiet street views, and every unit is fitted with a kettle.

I liked so much about my stay here. The location is walkable from the transit station and the town center, but if you have bags, it's a reasonable taxi ride. The room was extremely comfortable, and came complete with kettle, tea, coffee and assortment of biscuits; the bath had a local soaps (which were delightful). The breakfast was a great way to start out the day, delicious and filling, and with a lot of options. I recommend the salmon omelet.

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9.5
Exceptional
22 reviews

Sanderlay Guest House, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is set in Kirkwall, 17 km from Maeshowe, 19 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, as well as 20 km from Ring of Brogdar. This guest house offers free private parking, private check-in and check-out and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

comfortable room, with a small kitchen with all the amenities. Also on site breakfast service, which I understand from others was excellent, but we were unable to partake due to the timing of our excursions.

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8.4
Very good
428 reviews
Price from
£82.60
per night

All units in the guest house are fitted with a flat-screen TV. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer, units at the guest house also boast free WiFi. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

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10
Exceptional
2 reviews
Price from
£150
per night

Polrudden has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Orkney, 15 km from Maeshowe. The property is set 17 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 18 km from Ring of Brogdar and 17 km from Ness of Brogdar. The guest house features family rooms.

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8
Very good
2 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

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. This guest house features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The guest house has family rooms.

A pleasant walk to town, lovely hosts, clean, comfortable accomodation, delicious breakfast. Wonderful views.

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9.2
Superb
45 reviews
Price from
£118.80
per night

Boasting a private beach area and views of sea, Waterfront House is a guest house set in a historic building in Finstown, 5.7 km from Maeshowe. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house has a fitness room and luggage storage space.

Everything was very clean, newly renovated and very nicely equipped. Furniture is very comfortable and there were even snacks and drinks available. Host was very friendly and responsive. Definitely worth the money, it's really nice getaway place with beautiful view.

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9.6
Exceptional
76 reviews
Price from
£200
per night

Aviedale Suite is situated in the countryside in Rendall, 12 miles from Kirkwall and Stromness.The property is one of the few properties in Orkney to provide super fast fiber broadband accessible through free Wi-Fi thoughout the premises. Free parking is also provided onsite.

Very comfortable bed. Very quiet location. Friendly attitude to electric cars.

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8.5
Very good
28 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 118 reviews
    Apartment was lovely. Hosts very accommodating. Apartment is right in the heart of the town centre so great location .
    Stewart
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 233 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: £112
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 403 reviews
    Booked for a night after a meeting. It was the cheapest place available, and although advertised as a hostel the individual rooms are of a higher standard than expected. Comfortable bed, sitting area, fridge available and good shower. No complaints!
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    Liam
    Solo traveller
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 329 reviews
    Lovely room with modern furnishings and a fantastic view over the harbour and the amazing Orkney sunset. Breakfast was cooked to order and ingredients were high quality. Very peaceful break and great hosts. Thank you.
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £190
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 611 reviews
    Easy to find, warm welcome and easy parking, great location for out late check-in from the ferry after 11pm. Clean, comfortable, secure, warm, quiet.
    Sarah
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 329 reviews
    Situated just on the edge of Kirkwall with super views over the Bay of Weyland and down to the harbour. Large bedroom with first class facilities - including ensuite toilet & shower room, very comfortable beds, Nespresso Coffee machine, TV and good WiFi. Wide choice for breakfast. I thoroughly enjoyed my scrambled eggs and smoked salmon. Yoghurt and fresh fruit was excellent too. Our host, Theresa, was very welcoming, friendly and helpful throughout our 4 night stay.
    Duncan
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 32 reviews
    Lovely accommodation in great location, with a friendly and helpful host.
    Charlotte
    Group
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 209 reviews
    The breakfast was amazing. Local fresh produce where possible, fresh fruit and lashings of coffee. Very delicious. Debbie is such a brilliant host; kind, considerate and keen to help.
    D
    Dawn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £112
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 403 reviews
    I thought the room was lovely. Beautifully clean bathroom and terrific shower. Surprised to see a fridge and television. This lovely hostel is more like a Boutique Hotel. Thank you for a very pleasant stay.
    Maddie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £112
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 403 reviews
    Personal is very friendly and very helpful. Great hostel, very clean and quiet.
    Jana Hanninger
    Solo traveller