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West End Guest House

West End Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"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...
United Kingdom
Tanya
The price is ￥28,139
￥33,767 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
West End Guest House
Exterior

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (256 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel great location in Orkney and good food"
United States
James
The price is ￥21,941
￥26,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
The Ayre Hotel
Garden

The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
Burray
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 ￥39,728
￥47,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
The Sands Hotel
Interior

Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
3.0 star property
Dounby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"Very nice owners with quiet rooms and good breakfast."
United States
Ronald
The price is ￥28,305
￥33,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Smithfield guesthouse
Sports bar

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
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 ￥35,756
￥42,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
The Royal Hotel Stromness
Front of property

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
2.0 star property
Stromness
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 ￥33,589
￥40,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
The Stromness Hotel
Fireplace

The Steading

The Steading
3.0 star property
South Walls
The price is ￥302,477
￥362,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
The Steading
View from property

Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness
3.0 star property
Stromness
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 ￥35,756
￥42,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Ferry Inn Stromness
Fireplace

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (288 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!"
United Kingdom
Cynthia
The price is ￥36,115
￥43,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Albert Hotel
Bar (on property)

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
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 ￥31,601
￥37,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
The Orkney Hotel
Front of property

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Stromness
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Excellent stay felt like a home from home Delicious freshly made breakfasts "
United Kingdom
david
The price is ￥21,897
￥26,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Restaurant

The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (182 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 ￥28,750
￥52,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
The Shore
Exterior

Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
3.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (155 reviews)
"Great place to stay right at the end of the bus route that crosses the islands. Really good restaurant (especially for fish lovers!), super friendly and helpful staff, convenient for the Pentland Ferry - what’s not to like !"
United Kingdom
Tim
The price is ￥27,088
￥32,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Murray Arms Hotel
Beach nearby

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (46 reviews)
"Clean room and commons nice location."
United States
Shawn
The price is ￥15,620
￥18,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Exterior

The Anchorage

The Anchorage
1.0 star property
South Ronaldsay
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 ￥17,943
￥21,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
The Anchorage
Free daily full breakfast

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Very friendly hosts, breakfast was very good. Good location."
United States
Karen
The price is ￥24,173
￥29,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Karrawa Guest House
Dining

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is ￥27,075
￥32,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Royal Oak Guest House
Exterior

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
3.0 star property
Kirkwall
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The room was spotless, very friendly staff,close to town centre. "
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is ￥29,074
￥34,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Grainbank Mews
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A small white church with a red door and a cross on top.
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Top St. Mary's Hotel Reviews

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

8/10 Good
"Facilities were excellent, good view. No iron, ironing board or dryer. Difficulties were experienced in the check in process."
Ronald 5-night trip
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Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is ￥15,620 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
￥15,620
￥18,745 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (46 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 Shore. 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: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near St. Mary's, which has laundry facilities and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and kitchenware. 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 134 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 Highland Park Distillery, Orkney Museum, and Scapa Flow Visitor Centre. You'll also find Standing Stones of Stenness and Maes Howe 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.