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Our top choices for St. Magnus Cathedral hotels

Dining

1. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
1 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is Rp3.202.992
Rp3.843.591 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Royal Oak Guest House
Fireplace

2. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
0.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (289 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!"
United Kingdom
Cynthia
The price is Rp4.016.110
Rp4.819.332 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Albert Hotel
Exterior

3. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
0.3 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (258 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel great location in Orkney and good food"
United States
James
The price is Rp2.511.126
Rp3.013.351 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
The Ayre Hotel
Restaurant

4. The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
0.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (183 reviews)
"Grateful for the clean, tastefully decorated room in a great location (downtown waterfront). It's an older building so it can be a bit noisy - particularly as the patrons in other rooms come in for the evening and get going in the morning. "
Canada
Cheryl
The price is Rp3.383.130
Rp6.083.967 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
The Shore
Bar (on property)

5. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
0.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (78 reviews)
"Clean room, modern furnishings, nice towels and linens. Excellent breakfast and personable waiter."
United States
Jonathan
The price is Rp3.514.174
Rp4.217.105 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
The Orkney Hotel
Beach nearby

6. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
0.9 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"Clean room and commons nice location."
United States
Shawn
The price is Rp1.736.965
Rp2.084.455 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Exterior

7. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
1.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The room was spotless, very friendly staff,close to town centre. "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is Rp2.831.485
Rp3.397.782 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Grainbank Mews
Exterior

8. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
1.0 star property
17.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room in a quaint village with driving access to beautiful and interesting sites. The shared kitchen and dining area was great."
United States
Susan
The price is Rp1.928.545
Rp2.314.254 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Anchorage
Garden

9. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
15.6 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"It worked out great for our overnight stay on Orkney. Dinner was very good and breakfast hit the spot."
Canada
tony
The price is Rp4.417.839
Rp5.301.504 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
The Sands Hotel
Interior

10. Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
3.0 star property
18.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"Very nice owners with quiet rooms and good breakfast."
United States
Ronald
The price is Rp3.013.825
Rp3.616.590 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Smithfield guesthouse
Sports bar

11. The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
19.6 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"This hotel was very convenient for a stay off the ferry from Scrabster. It was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful."
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is Rp3.976.128
Rp4.771.354 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
The Royal Hotel Stromness
View from property

12. Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness
3.0 star property
19.5 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
"Great location. Nice bar and restaurant. Friendly staff. Clean and basic accommodation. Would happily stay again."
United Kingdom
Allan
The price is Rp3.977.623
Rp4.773.148 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Ferry Inn Stromness
Front of property

13. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
19.5 km from St. Magnus Cathedral
7.0 out of 10, Good, (92 reviews)
"While my room was chilly, it was perfect for sleeping. Reception was warm & welcoming. The full breakfast was wonderful!"
United States
MAUREEN
The price is Rp3.595.932
Rp4.315.118 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
The Stromness Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to St. Magnus Cathedral

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Dining
Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
56 reviews
View
Fireplace
Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
289 reviews
View
Exterior
The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
258 reviews
View
Restaurant
The Shore
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
183 reviews
View
Bar (on property)
The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
78 reviews
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Top St. Magnus Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and quiet room, helpful and friendly staff, and walking distance from the town centre."
Ashraf 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Karrawa Guest House

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St. Magnus Cathedral?
St. Magnus Cathedral is located in an area of Kirkwall that travellers like for its island views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 33 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near St. Magnus Cathedral?
Adjacent to St. Magnus Cathedral, The Ayre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include Albert Hotel and The Shore.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to St. Magnus Cathedral?
Expedia has 33 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from St. Magnus Cathedral.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St. Magnus Cathedral, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near St. Magnus Cathedral.
What can I see and do near St. Magnus Cathedral?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. Lounge by the water at Scapa Beach and Mill Sand. Earl's Palace and Highland Park Distillery are some sights worth a visit in the area.