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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 ￥15,640
￥18,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Royal Oak Guest House
Garden
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 ￥24,576
￥29,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
The Orkney Hotel
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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (225)
"Staff were very good, happy to help!"
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is ￥13,934
￥16,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Ayre Hotel
2 bars/lounges
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 ￥20,072
￥24,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Albert Hotel
Garden
The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Pleasant staff-great breakfast-convenient parking"
United States
Ben D
The price is ￥25,102
￥30,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
The Sands Hotel
Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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 ￥20,186
￥24,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
The Shore
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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 ￥34,408
￥41,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
The Royal Hotel Stromness
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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
Cottage | Living room
The Steading

The Steading

The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is ￥174,392
￥209,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
The Steading
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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. "
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Magnus
The price is ￥14,921
￥17,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Grainbank Mews
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Escape to quaint St. Mary's! Enjoy its island views, sightseeing, and food.

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The Italian Chapel. This Chapel was built by Italian Prisoners of War during the second world war, It was transformed from a basic Nissen hut by the prisoners using whatever materials they could get. It is much loved and is as magnificent inside as it is out.
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Top St. Mary's Hotel Reviews

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room."
Duncan 5-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Ayre Hotel

More cheap stays in St. Mary's

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is ￥15,640 per night from Jan 2 to Jan 3
￥15,640
￥18,768 total
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in St. Mary's?
Located 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from the heart of St. Mary's, The Ayre Hotel is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Albert Hotel and The Sands Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in St. Mary's.
What's the top vacation rental that St. Mary's has to offer?
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: Visitors like this St. Mary's vacation home rental. It has laundry facilities and WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and a coffee maker. See all vacation rentals in St. Mary's.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in St. Mary's, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in St. Mary's.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to St. Mary's?
For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to St. Mary's, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best hotel for staying near Kirkwall Airport (KOI)?
The Shore is one of the top choices for your stay and is a popular 3-star hotel featuring free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Kirkwall Airport. Other good options close to the airport include The Ayre Hotel and Kirkwall Youth Hostel.
What is staying in St. Mary's like?
Visitors to St. Mary's are sure to enjoy the restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy the city's sightseeing tours and cathedral. There are 120 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about St. Mary's.
What should I see while I'm in St. Mary's?
Places to visit in the wider area include Italian Chapel, Highland Park Distillery, and Orkney Museum. You'll also find Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Standing Stones of Stenness in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's St. Mary's guide.
What's the weather like in St. Mary's?
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 St. Mary's is 42 inches.