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Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Wonderful warm family atmosphere, great renovated rooms, excellent breakfast. Good location with a short walk to the center of Kirkwall and convenient parking. "
Canada
james
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Royal Oak Guest House
Restaurant

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (174 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Friendly staff. Great Location. What more could you want. "
United Kingdom
Lewis
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
The Shore
Bar (on property)

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (75 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great food and comfortable room, lovely place"
United Kingdom
Antony
The price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
The Orkney Hotel
Exterior

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (227 reviews)
"The staff at the Ayre were wonderful: warm, friendly, helpful, attentive. The room was ok, nothing special. Menu in the restaurant/pub was ok, nothing special. We were there over the New Year, stayed for 7 days... Again, the staff were wonderful!"
United States
Bree
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
The Ayre Hotel
Fireplace

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (266 reviews)
"Clean room, welcoming staff and good food. Nice location in a beautiful part of Scotland."
Canada
Gered
The price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Albert Hotel
Exterior

Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Large room - good shower. Fantastic food. Glorious location. Most friendly and helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Harriet
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Murray Arms Hotel
Sports bar

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice pub, delicious breakfast. Clean and quiet rooms. Location near the ferry terminal."
Canada
Gered
The price is NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Front of property

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"The dining was excellent and the staff friendly and accommodating. The room was cozy with a view of the harbor."
United Kingdom
Maya
The Stromness Hotel
Living room

The Steading

The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is NZ$2,259
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
The Steading
Free daily full breakfast

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (114 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful; the hosts were so friendly and the B&B was spotless. Breakfast was delicious with great choices, and we would happily return."
United Kingdom
Matthew Simon
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Karrawa Guest House
Exterior

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Grainbank Mews
Front of property

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Beautiful place with great hosts"
United States
LINDA
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Garden

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"Loved the location, friendly staff, great pub, excellent meals. Room was perfect with a beautiful view of the water."
Canada
Gered
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
The Sands Hotel
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Venture to Skara Brae and Ring of Brogdar—just two of the sights around Dounby.

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Farmland near Kirkness Looking eastwards towards the farm over a field of stubble.
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Top Dounby Hotel Reviews

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The room was great! Tea, water and hot chocolate complementary in the room. Great restaurant with a separate pub. The staff were the major highlight! "
Nelson 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
The Sands Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Dounby

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is NZ$221 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$221
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Dounby?
Based on our traveller data, Smithfield guesthouse is one of the top choices for your stay. This inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the area are The Ayre Hotel and Albert Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Dounby.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Dounby has to offer?
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: This holiday home rental outside of Dounby has laundry facilities and a Smart TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and an electric kettle. See all vacation rentals in Dounby.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dounby, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Dounby.
How is it to stay in Dounby?
Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Dounby has to offer. In Dounby, there are 3 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Dounby.
What are the top places to visit in Dounby?
Places to visit in the wider area include Skara Brae, Ring of Brogdar and Maes Howe. You'll also find Standing Stones of Stenness and Stromness Ferry Terminal in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Dounby guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Dounby?
The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Dounby is 1080 mm.

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