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A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a front porch with a bench.

A two-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a driveway.

A kitchen counter with various food items and kitchenware, including a fruit bowl, a juice container, and a container of Greek yogurt.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

1. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Peter

NZ$277

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hallway with stone walls, wooden door, and a bench.

A neatly made bed with a light-colored bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a floral-patterned wall.

Two wooden chairs with drawers, a potted plant, and a stone wall.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a visible exit sign, and a view of the street outside.

2. Smithfield guesthouse

Dounby

"My second time staying here, and I will be back. The room was spacious super clean and comfy and the woman on reception couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. It's a shame they don't reopen the restaurant for evening meals though, I'm sure they would be busy every night. The Co-op has changed to an Asda - it's right across the road and the hotel offers wine glasses in the lounge if you bring a bottle in to your room. Very nice place."

Jane

NZ$343

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

A pool table in a bar area with wooden flooring and green walls.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and a window.

3. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Julie

NZ$332

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a coffee machine, and a cash register.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with wooden furniture, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A wooden staircase with a bench at the bottom, leading to a room with a checkered floor.

4. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Stromness

Thomas

NZ$478

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

A bar area with wooden beams, stone flooring, and stools.

5. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Cynthia

NZ$411

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a ship docked at a pier.

A restaurant with wooden floors, tables set with white tablecloths, and a high ceiling with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A harbor with boats docked, a control tower, and a building with a red roof.

6. Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness

Roger

NZ$552

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.

7. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

MAUREEN

NZ$371

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.

A restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.

A harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

8. The Shore

Kirkwall

Cheryl

NZ$438

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.

A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a blue and white bedspread, and two blue pillows. There is a small table with a lamp and a chair in front of a window with curtains.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.

9. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

NZ$400

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

10. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Orphir

NZ$753

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a kettle, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

11. West End Guest House

Kirkwall

"A very friendly welcome, they were happy to accommodate our very late (11.30pm) arrival after we travelled there on the ferry. The owners have recently taken it over and in the last few weeks completed an overhaul of the bar/restaurant area which looks lovely. We didn't try the evening meals but the breakfasts were phenomenal, a proper Scottish breakfast that really sets you up for the day. Very friendly hosts helped us to work out what to do during the day and suggested good walks and so...

Tanya

NZ$357

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A coastal landscape with a clear water body, rocky formations, and a sandy beach.

A cozy living room with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a chair.

12. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall

Shawn

NZ$182

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork above it, and a potted plant to the right.

A sign for Karrawa Guest House, indicating no vacancies, fully ensuited, with WiFi and guest parking, and located at the entrance on Inganness Road.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

13. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Candy

NZ$321

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outside.

A room with a wooden cabinet, a blue chair, a mirror, and a door with glass panels.

A room with two single beds, each with a blue bedspread and white pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds and a curtain.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a house through large windows.

14. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

Jeremy

NZ$338

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.

A beach with the words "GRANBANK NEWS EST 2021" written in the sand.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a door with the number 3.

A detailed pencil drawing of a brick building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a door.

15. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

NZ$352

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

NZ$510

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a television mounted on the wall, and a plaid curtain.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a wall-mounted picture frame.

17. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

NZ$502

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a chair, and a table. There is a telescope and a view of the countryside through large windows.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view.

A modern two-story house with large windows, a balcony, and a stone chimney.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and large windows overlooking a scenic view.

18. The Steading

South Walls

NZ$4,188

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A stone building with a wooden door and a small porch area.

A stone building with a wooden door, windows, and a flower box on the ground floor.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a utensil rack.

A kitchen with a large window, a stainless steel range hood, and two potted plants on the windowsill.

19. The Anchorage

South Ronaldsay

Neil

NZ$204

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.

A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a pot on the counter, and a person cooking.

A stone structure with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood, walk-ins, dog-friendly, and beer garden.

A bedroom with a skylight, two bedside lamps, a radiator, and a yellow pillow.

20. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Tim

NZ$297

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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A stone-walled interior with a stone bench, a fur-covered object, and a small fire pit.

Skara Brae

9.8/10 (128 reviews)

Discover the secrets of Orkney’s earliest inhabitants and find out what life was like during prehistoric times at this beautifully preserved ancient village.

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A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.

St. Magnus Cathedral

9.4/10 (104 reviews)

Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.

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A stone standing upright in a grassy field with other standing stones in the background.

Ring of Brogdar

9.6/10 (54 reviews)

Delve into the mysteries of this prehistoric landmark, comprising a ring of standing stones set against the wild landscape of the Orkney Islands.

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An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)

Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.

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A grassy hill with a stone staircase leading up to a door.

Maes Howe

9.4/10 (21 reviews)

Part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site, this fascinating chambered tomb predates the Egyptian pyramids.

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A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.

Bishop's Palace

8.6/10 (44 reviews)

Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.

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Highland Park Distillery

9.4/10 (18 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kirkwall when you spend time at Highland Park Distillery. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

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Orkney Museum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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A coastal landscape with stone structures and grassy terrain.

Top Mainland Hotel Reviews

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Albert Hotel

8/10 Good

"Lit confortable. Thé et café dans la chambre. Propreté"

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Fyona and Colin are the ultimate hosts, who looked after us fantastically during our short stay. Going above and beyond, they don't just 'own' a guest house, they run a very welcoming 'guest home', with outstanding breakfast and clean, well equipped rooms and a friendly, helpful and informative attitude. Truly enjoyed our time in Karrawa and would certainly return again and highly recommend to others. THANK YOU for going the extra mile for us!"

The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were very lucky because both times we parked at the hotel, we got one of the 2 slots in front of the hotel, so we didn't have to try and find the additional parking lot, but the staff did give us a map to find it. Keep in mind that there is no lift, so depending on your floor you need to carry your bags up. The 23kg bag was not much fun to take up and then down 2 flights of stairs. The food for breakfast was very good whether the cereal/yogurt/fruit or the from the menu. The staff in the breakfast area were really good. The front desk is a little wonky because even the person in the office there isn't as helpful as the front desk clerk who isn't there most of the time, but who is very helpful when you can get them. The WiFi isn't extremely fast, but I was able to work, especially in the library where there was power. It would be nice to have higher chairs with tables other than coffee table height. Even in the room there isn't a desk to work at. We were overall very happy with the stay and the Italian restaurant across the street was perfect for eating early."

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Top notch!"

The Ayre Hotel

8/10 Good

"Hotel was great"

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly hosts, nice room with lovely view. Excellent breakfast"

Smithfield guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Easy parking and my room was spotlessly clean, breakfast was cooked to order and was delicious No meals in the evening was the only downside but I was able to get evening meals without having to travel too far"

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect 'utilitarian' accommodation for a fan of hostels ... ... The building is not particularly attractive and the rooms are basic and afford no good views ... However, the beds are comfortable, the many bathrooms/shower rooms are newly equipped and excellent, the kitchens are great, the dinning room large & practical, and the lounge very comfortable and equipped with board games & books along with comfy settees. The hostel is a few minutes walk into the centre of town and just a mile from a lovely swimming beach at Scapa where I swam every morning, except for a couple of mornings when I drove a little further to Inganess Beach which is beautiful. For me, so much nicer than a posh hotel because you can cook & eat at any time and fellow visitors always seem relaxed, friendly & chatty ... you just seem to get a much better class of person in a Scottish hostel!"

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

NZ$182

30 Aug - 31 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

NZ$338

6 Sept - 7 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

NZ$357

30 Aug - 31 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

NZ$371

20 Sept - 21 Sept

includes taxes & fees

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

NZ$502

26 Aug - 27 Aug

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)

Garden House Rooms

New Scapa Rd Kirkwall Scotland

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Our top choices for Mainland hotels

1. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

2. Smithfield guesthouse

3. The Ayre Hotel

4. The Royal Hotel Stromness

5. Albert Hotel

6. Ferry Inn Stromness

7. The Stromness Hotel

8. The Shore

9. The Orkney Hotel

10. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

11. West End Guest House

12. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

13. Karrawa Guest House

14. Royal Oak Guest House

15. Grainbank Mews

16. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

17. The Sands Hotel

18. The Steading

19. The Anchorage

20. Murray Arms Hotel

Stay near popular Mainland attractions

Skara Brae

St. Magnus Cathedral

Ring of Brogdar

Earl's Palace

Maes Howe

Bishop's Palace

Highland Park Distillery

Orkney Museum

Learn more about Mainland

Top Mainland Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Mainland

Albert Hotel

Karrawa Guest House

The Orkney Hotel

West End Guest House

Ferry Inn Stromness

The Ayre Hotel

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Smithfield guesthouse

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Royal Oak Guest House

West End Guest House

The Stromness Hotel

The Sands Hotel

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