The Best Hotels Closest to St. Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall for 2026

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Our top choices for St. Magnus Cathedral hotels

Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

1. Royal Oak Guest House

1 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Jeremy

￥26,700

￥32,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Superior Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

2. Albert Hotel

0.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Cynthia

￥31,748

￥38,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

3. The Ayre Hotel

0.3 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Julie

￥26,819

￥32,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

4. The Orkney Hotel

0.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

David

￥31,604

￥37,926 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Suite | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

5. The Shore

0.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

"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

￥24,561

￥47,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

6. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

0.9 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Shawn

￥14,358

￥17,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

7. Grainbank Mews

1.2 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Stephen

￥27,812

￥33,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Standard Double Room (Small) | Cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Karrawa Guest House

1.3 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Candy

￥25,309

￥30,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. West End Guest House

0.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

"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

￥28,141

￥33,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Classic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (First & Second Floor ) | Room amenity

10. The Sands Hotel

15.6 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Susan

￥39,731

￥47,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

11. The Anchorage

17.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Neil

￥16,471

￥19,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Double Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Smithfield guesthouse

18.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

"My second time staying here, and I will be back. The room was spacious super clean and comfy and the woman on reception couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. It's a shame they don't reopen the restaurant for evening meals though, I'm sure they would be busy every night. The Co-op has changed to an Asda - it's right across the road and the hotel offers wine glasses in the lounge if you bring a bottle in to your room. Very nice place."

Jane

￥27,104

￥32,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Comfort Double Room (Harbourside House) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

13. Ferry Inn Stromness

19.5 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Roger

￥43,705

￥52,446 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. The Royal Hotel Stromness

19.6 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Thomas

￥43,705

￥52,446 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. The Stromness Hotel

19.5 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

"The hotel is a lovely old building, having said that it's in need of investment, carpets showing there age, old miss matched furniture, the beds, well the bedding was clean but I think noah slept on them when they were new, as for staff except for check-in we didn't see any, I suppose i could have gone looking, but should I really need to. Saying that great location, but old and used, because of that I would say overpriced."

Anderw

￥27,581

￥33,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

16. Murray Arms Hotel

17.4 km from St. Magnus Cathedral

Tim

￥18,060

￥21,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Royal Oak Guest House	10.0 Exceptional 57 reviews	View
Albert Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 300 reviews	View
The Ayre Hotel	8.6 Excellent 262 reviews	View
The Orkney Hotel	8.4 Very Good 81 reviews	View
The Shore	8.2 Very Good 188 reviews	View

Top St. Magnus Cathedral Hotel Reviews

The Shore

8/10 Good

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Fyona and Colin are the ultimate hosts, who looked after us fantastically during our short stay. Going above and beyond, they don't just 'own' a guest house, they run a very welcoming 'guest home', with outstanding breakfast and clean, well equipped rooms and a friendly, helpful and informative attitude. Truly enjoyed our time in Karrawa and would certainly return again and highly recommend to others. THANK YOU for going the extra mile for us!"

The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were very lucky because both times we parked at the hotel, we got one of the 2 slots in front of the hotel, so we didn't have to try and find the additional parking lot, but the staff did give us a map to find it. Keep in mind that there is no lift, so depending on your floor you need to carry your bags up. The 23kg bag was not much fun to take up and then down 2 flights of stairs. The food for breakfast was very good whether the cereal/yogurt/fruit or the from the menu. The staff in the breakfast area were really good. The front desk is a little wonky because even the person in the office there isn't as helpful as the front desk clerk who isn't there most of the time, but who is very helpful when you can get them. The WiFi isn't extremely fast, but I was able to work, especially in the library where there was power. It would be nice to have higher chairs with tables other than coffee table height. Even in the room there isn't a desk to work at. We were overall very happy with the stay and the Italian restaurant across the street was perfect for eating early."

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect 'utilitarian' accommodation for a fan of hostels ... ... The building is not particularly attractive and the rooms are basic and afford no good views ... However, the beds are comfortable, the many bathrooms/shower rooms are newly equipped and excellent, the kitchens are great, the dinning room large & practical, and the lounge very comfortable and equipped with board games & books along with comfy settees. The hostel is a few minutes walk into the centre of town and just a mile from a lovely swimming beach at Scapa where I swam every morning, except for a couple of mornings when I drove a little further to Inganess Beach which is beautiful. For me, so much nicer than a posh hotel because you can cook & eat at any time and fellow visitors always seem relaxed, friendly & chatty ... you just seem to get a much better class of person in a Scottish hostel!"

Cozy, Central & Clean-The Ideal Two-Bedroom Apartment for Your Next Gataway

8/10 Good

"Easy walking distance to town and local attractions."

Cosy Studio In The Heart Of Kirkwall

10/10 Excellent

"Our hosts were so helpful in every way. Sending us suggestions for what we might light to see, car parking options and all information about the Cosy Studio. It was actually a flat with full kitchen and washing machine. Absolutely excellent at a great price."

Grainbank Mews

10/10 Excellent

"A beautiful place to stay when visiting Orkney. Ideal location to get to all the sights. Accommodation was perfect and Albert and Aileen couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

10/10 Excellent

"Great location in the heart of Kirkwall. Comfy bed and all the essentials were provided."

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Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)

Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.

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A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.

Bishop's Palace

8.6/10 (44 reviews)

Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.

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Orkney Museum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.

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Orkney Wireless Museum

10.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Orkney Wireless Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

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Peedie Sea

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Peedie Sea during your travels in Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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The Pickaquoy Centre

Enjoy an outing to The Pickaquoy Centre during your stay in Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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Highland Park Distillery

9.4/10 (18 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kirkwall when you spend time at Highland Park Distillery. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

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Scapa Beach

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Scapa Beach during your trip to Kirkwall? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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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 travelers like for its island views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 34 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 find close to St. Magnus Cathedral?

Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodations 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 that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near St. Magnus Cathedral.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near St. Magnus Cathedral?

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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 Bishop's Palace are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for St. Magnus Cathedral hotels

1. Royal Oak Guest House

2. Albert Hotel

3. The Ayre Hotel

4. The Orkney Hotel

5. The Shore

6. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

7. Grainbank Mews

8. Karrawa Guest House

9. West End Guest House

10. The Sands Hotel

11. The Anchorage

12. Smithfield guesthouse

13. Ferry Inn Stromness

14. The Royal Hotel Stromness

15. The Stromness Hotel

16. Murray Arms Hotel

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Top St. Magnus Cathedral Hotel Reviews

The Shore

Karrawa Guest House

The Orkney Hotel

West End Guest House

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Cozy, Central & Clean-The Ideal Two-Bedroom Apartment for Your Next Gataway

Cosy Studio In The Heart Of Kirkwall

Grainbank Mews

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

Other attractions near St. Magnus Cathedral

Earl's Palace

Bishop's Palace

Orkney Museum

Orkney Wireless Museum

Peedie Sea

The Pickaquoy Centre

Highland Park Distillery

Scapa Beach

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