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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 SAR 361
SAR 433 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 January 2026
Royal Oak Guest House
Sports bar
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 SAR 786
SAR 944 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 January 2026
The Royal Hotel Stromness
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
Exterior
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 SAR 317
SAR 380 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Ayre Hotel
Restaurant
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 SAR 481
SAR 577 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Shore
Fireplace
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 SAR 472
SAR 567 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Albert Hotel
Bar (on property)
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 SAR 564
SAR 677 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Orkney Hotel
Exterior
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 SAR 334
SAR 401 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Grainbank Mews
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Top Birsay Hotel Reviews

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room."
Duncan 5-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
The Ayre Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Birsay?
Our guests like these accommodations in the area, and they may offer reasonable rates: The Ayre Hotel - 16 mi (25.8 km) from the heart of Birsay. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this hotel. Albert Hotel - 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the heart of Birsay. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities at this guesthouse. The Stromness Hotel - 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from the heart of Birsay. Property features at this vacation home include laundry facilities. The Shore - 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the heart of Birsay. Property features at this hostel include free WiFi, a restaurant, and laundry facilities.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Birsay?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 44°F. Average annual precipitation for Birsay is 43 inches.
What is there to see and do in Birsay?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate some places near Birsay. Get out into nature with places like Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve, Scapa Beach, and Old Man of Hoy. Cultural attractions include Corrigall Farm Museum, Piers Art Centre, and Stromness Museum. Visit landmarks like Brough of Birsay, Skara Brae, and Broch of Gurness.
What's the best way to get to and around Birsay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Birsay on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Kirkwall (KOI), located 19 mi (30.5 km) from the city center.