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Our top choices for Kirkwall cheap hotels

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and a window.
A billiards room with tables, chairs, and a bar area with patrons.
A pool table in a bar area with wooden flooring and green walls.

1. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Julie
Rp2.919.592
Rp3.503.606 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Ayre Hotel
A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.
A beach with the words "GRANBANK NEWS EST 2021" written in the sand.
A detailed pencil drawing of a brick building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a door.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.

2. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Stephen
Rp3.104.630
Rp3.725.556 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Grainbank Mews
A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.
A bar area with wooden beams, stone flooring, and stools.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.
A stone building with a sign for the Albright Hotel.

3. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Cynthia
Rp3.624.433
Rp4.349.320 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Albert Hotel
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 harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.
A hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.

4. The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
Canada
Cheryl
Rp2.061.877
Rp4.506.471 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Shore
A stone building with a wooden door and a small porch area.
A stone building with a wooden door, windows, and a flower box on the ground floor.
A kitchen with a large window, a stainless steel range hood, and two potted plants on the windowsill.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a utensil rack.

5. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
South Ronaldsay
United States
Neil
Rp1.933.024
Rp2.319.629 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Anchorage
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 bedroom with a skylight, two bedside lamps, a radiator, and a yellow pillow.
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.

6. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
South Ronaldsay
United Kingdom
Tim
Rp2.617.637
Rp3.141.165 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Murray Arms Hotel
A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.
A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a blue and white bedspread, and two blue pillows. There is a small table with a lamp and a chair in front of a window with curtains.
A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

7. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
David
Rp3.523.662
Rp4.228.491 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Orkney Hotel
A coastal landscape with a clear water body, rocky formations, and a sandy beach.
A cozy living room with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a chair.

8. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
United States
Shawn
Rp1.600.786
Rp1.920.943 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a coffee machine, and a cash register.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A wooden staircase with a bench at the bottom, leading to a room with a checkered floor.
A window with a view of a harbor, including buildings and a boat.

9. The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
Stromness
United Kingdom
Thomas
Rp4.208.355
Rp5.050.026 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Royal Hotel Stromness
A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."
A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.
A room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.
A harbor with boats docked, a crane, and a building with a flat roof.

10. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
United States
MAUREEN
Rp3.265.909
Rp3.919.091 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
The Stromness Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is Kirkwall like for travellers on a budget?
Kirkwall has a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a budget-friendly holiday choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Highland Park Distillery, Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Kirkwall?
Based on our traveller reviews, Kirkwall Youth Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Kirkwall?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Kirkwall, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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 Kirkwall is 1080 mm.
What is there to see and do in Kirkwall?
Kirkwall is known for its bar scene and offers things to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for activities that are easy on the wallet. Take in the local culture at Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Scapa Beach.
How can I get to Kirkwall and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Kirkwall can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the centre in Kirkwall (KOI). You can catch a ferry and cross the water to see more of the region.