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

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

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

A billiards room with tables, chairs, and a bar area with patrons.

1. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Julie

Rp2.055.139

Rp2.466.167 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

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

A stone building with a sign for the Albright Hotel.

2. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Debra

Rp3.320.212

Rp3.984.254 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.

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

3. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

Rp3.063.360

Rp3.675.937 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

4. 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

Rp2.628.493

Rp3.154.192 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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 neatly made bed with white linens and a plaid headboard, a bedside lamp, a wooden nightstand with a phone, and a chair by a window.

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

5. The Shore

Kirkwall

"We were very pleasantly surprised to learn our 1 room family suite had 2 separate bedrooms. Beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was nice. Only issues were that we only had 1 key which made it tricky every time we went separate places. Also there was an illuminated exit sign in the king bedroom we had to cover up it was so bright, and when others shut their doors it would thump ours. Loved the skylights, was a bit stuffy but those helped. Loved the breakfast!"

Beth

Rp1.534.554

Rp3.842.992 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

A modern building with large windows and a visible chimney.

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.

6. Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness

Julie

Rp3.713.150

Rp4.455.779 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

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

7. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

Donna

Rp1.965.785

Rp2.358.942 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A living room with a sofa, television, fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A dark-colored sectional sofa with two pillows, a remote control on a small table, and a window with patterned curtains.

A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a black chair, a wall clock, a refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.

8. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

Rp3.210.911

Rp3.853.093 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

9. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Jan

Rp1.284.602

Rp1.541.522 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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.

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

10. The Anchorage

South Ronaldsay

Neil

Rp1.897.258

Rp2.276.710 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

F David

Rp2.934.821

Rp3.521.785 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

A house with a covered patio, a garage, and a snow-covered yard.

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.

12. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Gerald

Rp2.402.626

Rp2.883.151 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.

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

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

13. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

Rp2.648.256

Rp3.177.908 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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

A living room with a blue sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a television.

14. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Peter

Rp2.450.625

Rp2.940.750 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

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.

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

15. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

Rp4.347.804

Rp5.217.459 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A small building with a sloped roof, a chimney, and a window.

A gated area with a dog, a metal staircase, and a building with a sign.

A room with two beds, a fireplace, a chair, and a radiator.

A room with a wooden door, an exit sign, a small desk with a lamp, a stone wall, and framed pictures.

16. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Orphir

Rp2.736.202

Rp3.283.442 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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A coastal landscape with a grassy field, a hill, and a body of water.

Top Gorseness Hotel Reviews

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful staff!"

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and central location"

Graemeshall House

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely and accommodating host with lots of local knowledge and history. Spacious, comfortable and private rooms. Breakfast was delicious with a great selection. Would come back any day and highly recommend to anyone. The personal touch and interaction with the host was appreciated and the perfect touch one would ask for a true Bed and Breakfast experience."

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"The owner was so warm, hospitable, and willing to help with any problems I had. He really went out t of his way to make me feel comfortable and cared for. Breakfast was wonderful---lots of hotels and cold choices in a clean, cozy breakfast room. Parking lot was easy to enter and leave with ample space for all cars."

The Stromness Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location and old world charm. The staff member was very nice and went out of his way to help us."

The Sands Hotel

8/10 Good

"This was expensive for what it was but I guess there are a lot of tourists in Orkney and not a lot of accommodation! Over £200 a night for a small room, double bed (not king). The rate did include breakfast, which was adequate (order from list the night before). The hotel did have a restaurant - food was fine - and a bar and friendly barman. Staff were lovely altogether. I have never been to Orkney before so can’t make any comparisons but I suspect this may be among the better places to stay. Lots of room to park the car. Sea view."

The Royal Hotel Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Come and enjoy proper hospitality in a proper hotel with wonderful people. Just like it used to be before life was overtaken by digital awfulness. If you want room service ordered through your TV then stay away. Sensational breakfast (that can also serve as lunch and beyond). Our second visit since 2022, the hotel holds a special place in our lives."

Smithfield guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay in the quiet and laid back village of Dounby as it is close to a lot of archeological sites which are about 10 to 20 minutes away in every direction. Very friendly and attentive staff. Great food as well. Spacious parking in the back. There is a gas station and a market across the street so you don’t have to worry about driving too far to refuel and get food. This place will be my go-to the next time I travel to Orkney Islands!"

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

More cheap stays in Gorseness

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

Rp1.965.785

Rp2.358.942 total

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (98 reviews)

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

Rp2.628.493

Rp3.154.192 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

Rp2.934.821

Rp3.521.785 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

Rp4.347.804

Rp5.217.459 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews)

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

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8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

Garden House Rooms

New Scapa Rd Kirkwall Scotland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Gorseness?

Based on Expedia's traveller preferences, Orkney Signature Stay - Luxury With Hot Tub is a top place to stay in Gorseness. Riff Farmhouse is another good choice for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Gorseness.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gorseness, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Gorseness.

How is it staying in Gorseness?

Travellers to Gorseness will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Gorseness, there are 2 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Gorseness.

What are the top places to visit in Gorseness?

Places to visit in the wider area include Orkney Museum, Highland Park Distillery and Maes Howe. You'll also find Standing Stones of Stenness and Ring of Brogdar in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Gorseness guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Gorseness?

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 Gorseness is 1078 mm.

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Our top choices for Gorseness hotels

1. The Ayre Hotel

2. Albert Hotel

3. The Orkney Hotel

4. West End Guest House

5. The Shore

6. Ferry Inn Stromness

7. The Stromness Hotel

8. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

9. Murray Arms Hotel

10. The Anchorage

11. Royal Oak Guest House

12. Karrawa Guest House

13. Grainbank Mews

14. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

15. The Sands Hotel

16. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Learn more about Gorseness

Top Gorseness Hotel Reviews

Ferry Inn Stromness

Albert Hotel

Graemeshall House

Royal Oak Guest House

The Stromness Hotel

The Sands Hotel

The Royal Hotel Stromness

Smithfield guesthouse

West End Guest House

More cheap stays in Gorseness

The Stromness Hotel

West End Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

The Sands Hotel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Garden House Rooms

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