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Forss House Hotel

Forss House Hotel

Forss House Hotel
4.0 star property
Thurso
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222)
"Beautiful place and surroundings. Calm and cozy."
United Kingdom
Ioannis
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Forss House Hotel
Lobby
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Royal Oak Guest House
2 bars/lounges
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264)
"Breakfast was great and we liked the location, near shopping and the bus station. We also liked the Bothy Bar ;-)"
United States
Sylvia
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Albert Hotel
Beach nearby
Northern Sands Hotel

Northern Sands Hotel

Northern Sands Hotel
3.0 star property
Thurso
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (218)
"Enjoyed our stay, very comfortable and staff were wonderful."
Canada
Megan
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Northern Sands Hotel
Garden
The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking"
United States
Ben D
The price is NZ$331
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Sands Hotel
Standard House, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View
Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"The owner Wayne was amazing and the small cabin was adorable! If you’re in the area don’t hesitate to spend the night here."
United States
randy
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Celtic Lodges
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The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"Very convenient to the ferry and all the shops. "
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$436
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Garden
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (74)
"We had a very enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely like to return"
United Kingdom
Antoinette
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Orkney Hotel
Lounge
Greenland House B&B

Greenland House B&B

Greenland House B&B
4.0 star property
Castletown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (209)
"Lovely B&B with great breakfast."
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Greenland House B&B
Front of property
Pentland

Pentland

Pentland
3.0 star property
Thurso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (370)
"very friendly people great town, great breakfast will go back for sure "
United Kingdom
Dean
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Pentland
Restaurant
Park Hotel

Park Hotel

Park Hotel
3.0 star property
Thurso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (443)
"All was good, room was clean and the food was good. "
United Kingdom
Colin
Park Hotel
Property amenity
Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Beautiful property located a short walk from the city centre, great rooms, friendly staff. "
Norway
Magnus
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Grainbank Mews
Restaurant
Premier Inn Thurso

Premier Inn Thurso

Premier Inn Thurso
3.0 star property
Thurso
7.6 out of 10, Good, (7)
"It was a nice hotel at a reasonable price and it had restaurant "
Canada
François
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Premier Inn Thurso
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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (223)
"Staff were very good, happy to help!"
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
The Ayre Hotel
Front of property
The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
7.0 out of 10, Good, (83)
"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
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
The Shore

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (173)
"nice area very efficient checkin/checkout"
United States
Bill
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
The Shore
Cottage | Living room
The Steading

The Steading

The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is NZ$2,280
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
The Steading
Interior
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Thurso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (37)
"It was a really pleasant experience. The owners are so kind and friendly also. I will definitely come back next time I’m in town."
United States
Timothy
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel
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Castletown Hotel

Castletown Hotel

Castletown Hotel
3.0 star property
Thurso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (450)
"Friendly staff, comfortable room and yummy breakfast!"
Canada
amber
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Castletown Hotel
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Manor House

Manor House

Manor House
3.0 star property
Thurso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (125)
"Food is excellent!"
Canada
Patricia Ann
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Manor House
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Stay near popular Hoy Island attractions

St. John\'s Head showing rugged coastline and mountains

St. John's Head

Go for an invigorating hike and take in the views from the top of one of Britain’s highest vertical sea cliffs.
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Old Man of Hoy showing rugged coastline

Old Man of Hoy

Walk along the scenic trail leading to this iconic sea stack, which is among the tallest in Britain.
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Learn more about Hoy Island

A prime hiking and bird-watching destination, Orkney’s second-largest island is home to some of the archipelago’s most spectacular scenery.

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The Old Man of Hoy A spectacular home to a wide range of sea birds including a small colony of Puffins
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Top Hoy Island Hotel Reviews

Forss House Hotel

Forss House Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Cosy, warm, spacious clean rooms. Nice shower. Good tea/coffee facilitates. Gorgeous main living rooms in the main house. Staff were so friendly."
Roisin 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Forss House Hotel

More cheap accommodation in Hoy Island

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Princess Street Thurso Scotland
The price is NZ$180 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$180
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (37 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Hoy Island?
Located 14.8 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Hoy Island, The Ayre Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your trip to the area are Forss House Hotel and Pentland. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Hoy Island.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Hoy Island has to offer?
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: This holiday home rental outside of Hoy Island has laundry facilities and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and a coffee maker. See all vacation rentals in Hoy Island.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Hoy Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Hoy Island.
What's it like to stay in Hoy Island?
Visitors can enjoy all that Hoy Island has to offer, including the seaside, parks and monuments. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its museums. There are 198 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Hoy Island.
What should I see while I'm in Hoy Island?
Landmarks like Standing Stones of Stenness and Dwarfie Stane might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Old Man of Hoy, St. John's Head and Ward Hill. Additionally, you might want to add Scapa Flow Visitor Centre to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Hoy Island guide.
What's the weather like in Hoy Island?
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 Hoy Island is 1080 mm.

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