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Rymmon Retreat, hotel in Birsay

Boasting lake views, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 24 km from Maeshowe. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

Lovely setting, very comfy little cottage, self contained a little distance away from the host’s house with a lovely outlook towards the water. Well laid out with two bathrooms which was fabulous. Comfy living room with tv, books and dvds. Had a bath-bonus! Comfy beds and good heating. About 30 minutes from both Stromness and Kirkwall but a great place from which to explore Orkney. Host Sarah was very welcoming and a good communicator and addressed a small issue we had very promptly.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
151 reviews
Price from
£135
1 night, 2 adults
The Royal Hotel, hotel in Birsay

Located in Stromness and with Standing Stones of Stenness reachable within 8.5 km, The Royal Hotel provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

The staff were pleasant and helpful. The location was right on the harbour so there wasn't any convenient parking nearby, be prepared to carry your cases some distance.
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very good
174 reviews
Price from
£220
1 night, 2 adults
Ferry Inn, hotel in Birsay

The Ferry Inn offers 30 rooms spread across four buildings in Stromness, and is located 6 miles from the UNESCO Neolithic Heart of Orkney.

Breakfast and dinner was very good
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
375 reviews
Price from
£188.10
1 night, 2 adults
8 Jib Park, Finstown, hotel in Birsay

Located in Finstown and only 5.3 km from Maeshowe, 8 Jib Park, Finstown provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The door was unlocked and keys inside as the owner lives over the back of the property. Finstown is central to touring the mainland. The house was very warm with air source heating and the bed was also really comfy. No noise outside so I had great sleeps. The owner has thought of everything - even the welcome scones. - it’s a real home from home. And it was immaculately clean.
Scored 9.9
9.9
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
56 reviews
Price from
£98
1 night, 2 adults
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast, hotel in Birsay

Featuring views of Scapa Flow, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast is a detached house in a rural location near Stromness. Free WiFi and free private parking is available on site.

The only slight quibble I have that the address was a little hard to find. A sign just off the main road would be helpful.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
382 reviews
Price from
£114
1 night, 2 adults
Reka Vik, hotel in Birsay

Set in Stromness and only 10 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, Reka Vik offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The property is beautiful and in a spectacularly beautiful spot. I never tired of just looking at the view over Scapa Flow from the living room window. The owners went above and beyond, driving us into Stromness to the local Co Op to buy food on our first evening since we had arrived too late to collect our hre car. The cottage was spotless, gorgeously rennovated and very cosy. It was an ideal base for visiting all the wonderful historic sites around the island. We can't recomend highly enough.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
£153
1 night, 2 adults
Aultnagar Accommodation, hotel in Birsay

Set in Orkney and only 14 km from Maeshowe, Aultnagar Accommodation offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

The property is well located and about a 3km walk from the centre of Kirkwall. The property was very clean, well decorated and comfortable. The owners live in the house but there is a separate entrance for guests and it felt very private. There was a range of cereals, fresh fruit and bread available for breakfast and the host also asked whether we would like pancakes; there was also plenty of sauces and toppings.
Scored 9.7
9.7
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
211 reviews
Price from
£105
1 night, 2 adults
Smithfield Hotel, hotel in Birsay

Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Hotel offers 3-star accommodation with free parking, a bar, and a restaurant. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

Breakfast was excellent. A hearty breakfast that set us up for the day. Staff were very customer centric provided great service and advice on local environment and tourist spots. Guest lounge was an added bonus, providing the opportunity to unwind and socialise. Would happily recommend this establishment.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
316 reviews
Runa Guest House, hotel in Birsay

Runa Guest House has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Twatt, 13 km from Ring of Brogdar.

Very comfortable accommodation, as per description, and the location suited me well. Rob was a welcoming host and responsive to queries.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
104 reviews
Lochview, hotel in Birsay

Lochview is set in Swannay. The accommodation is 31 km from Kirkwall, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site.

Would have stayed longer if possible. The views of the countryside spectacular, the apartment was excellent. The host was very helpful, sorting an issue with our car.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
52 reviews
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Hotels located in the centre of Birsay

  • Rymmon Retreat
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 151 reviews

    Boasting lake views, Rymmon Retreat provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 24 km from Maeshowe. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    fantastic location - we have seen our first aurora from there.

  • Runa Guest House
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 104 reviews

    Runa Guest House has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Twatt, 13 km from Ring of Brogdar.

    lovely rural location everything very clean and tidy had everything we needed

  • Lochview
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 52 reviews

    Lochview is set in Swannay. The accommodation is 31 km from Kirkwall, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site.

    It was beautiful, clean, cosy, comfortable & beautiful

  • Smithfield Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 316 reviews

    Situated on the Orkney Island, 14 miles from Kirkwall, Smithfield Hotel offers 3-star accommodation with free parking, a bar, and a restaurant. Kirkwall airport is 30 minutes’ drive away.

    Ivy was wonderful and the breakfast was fantastic.