Places to stay in Kirkwall

Ayre Villa is a centrally located apartment in historic Kirkwall, within 500 meters of shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, and the bus station, offering easy access to Orkney's attractions. This well-equipped modern house accommodates up to 8 guests and features 3 bathrooms, a kitchen with a fridge, freezer, and microwave oven, with flexible sleeping arrangements and parking available.

The Townhouse at Broad Street Gardens is located in Kirkwall, the main town of Orkney, just a short walk from the town's shops, restaurants, and historical attractions. The property enjoys excellent ratings for location, cleanliness, and overall user experience.
This three-bedroom house, comfortably accommodating up to six guests, is spread over three floors and features a modern kitchen, a spacious living area, and a cosy mezzanine. Guests can enjoy a comfortable living area with a Smart TV, DVD player, Bluetooth speaker, and Wi-Fi access, a private parking space, and a peaceful garden view.

This three-bedroom Shapinsay Island holiday home is situated 1.6km from Balfour village, offering easy access to the village's shop, post office, restaurant and Heritage Centre, and a short ferry ride from Kirkwall.
Sleeping six guests, the self-catering property boasts ensuite facilities in each bedroom, underfloor heating, WiFi, a private garden, and is near an RSPB visitor hide and electric bike hire for exploring the island's natural beauty.

This one-bedroom apartment in Kirkwall town centre is ideally located within walking distance of the Orkney Islands ferry terminal, shops, restaurants, and the historic St Magnus Cathedral.
The apartment features a comfortable open-plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen, a superking bed, and a powerful shower, offering a relaxing and convenient stay for two guests.

This modern, self-contained annexe, Skeir a Lidda, is situated in St Marys, Holm, offering sea views over Scapa Flow and convenient access to surrounding islands.
This family-friendly apartment, designed to the highest modern standards with an Energy Performance Rating A, features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom for up to 4 guests, with amenities including a full kitchen, air conditioning, a garden, parking with an EV charging point, and is a regional finalist on BBC Scotland Home of the Year 2023.

King's Street Retreat is a spacious villa centrally located in Kirkwall town centre, offering convenient access to Orkney's ancient sites, with Maeshowe and the Standing Stones of Stenness approximately 16-17 kilometres away, and the Ring of Brodgar 19 kilometres distant. This 198 square meter residence accommodates up to 15 guests across five bedrooms and four bathrooms, featuring a well-equipped kitchen, a living room with a fireplace, free private parking, and a garden, with opportunities for nearby cycling and hiking.

Binnaquoy is a two-bedroom house in Orkney, situated just 5.5 km from the historic Maeshowe and 7 km from the Standing Stones of Stenness.
This family-friendly property offers a private terrace and garden, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, free parking, and a dedicated picnic area, perfect for enjoying the stunning sea views.

Berstane Lodges is located in Orkney, just 18 kilometres from Maeshowe and 19 kilometres from the Standing Stones of Stenness, offering easy access to the island's historical sites and stunning natural beauty. The property has received excellent ratings for its location, cleanliness and user experience.
This one-bedroom apartment, with a floor area of 24 square metres, comfortably accommodates two guests. Berstane Lodges provides a range of amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, a private terrace with sea views, a jacuzzi and free Wi-Fi, allowing you to relax and enjoy your Orkney experience.

This Kirkwall flat offers a convenient base for exploring Orkney, situated within cycling distance of historical sites such as Maes Howe (16 km), Stones of Stenness (17 km), and Skara Brae (28 km), with Kirkwall Airport just 5 km away.
This 67 square meter dwelling accommodates up to four guests with two bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen featuring a fridge and dishwasher, complimentary Wi-Fi, and is ideal for cycling enthusiasts.

This two-bedroom apartment on Broad Street Gardens in Kirkwall is ideally situated within a short walk of the historic Old Town, harbour, and shops.
The self-catering property features a well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable living area with a Smart TV, and a private parking space, making it suitable for families or groups of up to four people.

This St Ola, Kirkwall holiday home, a five-minute drive from Kirkwall town centre, enjoys a secluded coastal setting with 30 acres of private land, direct beach access, and proximity to the St Magnus Way.
The two-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling sleeps four, boasting a jacuzzi, open fire, and extensive grounds ideal for walking, yoga, and watersports such as paddleboarding and windsurfing near Scapa Flow; modern comforts complement its 19th-century character.

This two-bedroom flat in Saint Ola, Coramount, is located on the outskirts of Kirkwall, a mere 500 meters from Scapa Distillery and Scapa Beach, offering a peaceful residential setting with a connection to Orkney's whisky heritage.
This accommodation for four guests includes a kitchen with a fridge, freezer, and microwave, along with parking and internet, making it a practical base for exploring the local area.