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Skara Brae, located near Stromness in Scotland, is a captivating travel destination for history enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. This Neolithic settlement, often referred to as the "Scottish Pompeii," offers a unique glimpse into ancient life with its remarkably preserved stone houses and primitive sewer systems. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Skara Brae is part of "The Heart of Neolithic Orkney," making it a must-visit landmark.
While Skara Brae itself does not have accommodations, nearby Stromness offers charming neighborhoods with cozy bed and breakfasts and hotels, providing a perfect base for exploring the Orkney archipelago. Visitors can enjoy the scenic beauty of the Bay of Skaill and explore other nearby attractions such as the Ring of Brodgar and Maeshowe. With its rich history and stunning landscapes, Skara Brae is an unforgettable destination for travelers seeking a unique cultural experience.
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Hotel in Orkney Islands, Harray · 4.12 mi from centre
8.7
216 reviews
Located on the shore of Harray Loch and family-run for over 30 years, the Merkister Hotel is a 15-minute drive from the main towns of Kirkwall and Stromness. It features impressive views over the famous loch and its surroundings. Guests benefit from free private parking on site.
With free Wi-Fi, the rooms feature a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.The rooms also benefit from an private bathroom.
The hotel’s award-winning restaurant offers Aberdeen Angus Beef that is sourced from farms within a 10-mile radius, as well as fresh local seafood from hand-dived scallops, to fresh-landed halibut. Swans and herons can be spotted on the loch as guests enjoy their full Scottish breakfast, and scenic sunsets during dinner.
Guests can fish on the hotel’s own pier. Staff can organize boat trips and tuition with special out-of-season rates from October to April.

Inn in Orkney Islands, Dounby · 4.05 mi from centre
9.0
44 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Smithfield guesthouse in Dounby, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Corrigall Farm Museum and Standing Stones of Stenness. This inn is 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from Bay of Skaill and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Skara Brae.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Orkney · 4.25 mi from centre
9.5
16 reviews
Burrian - OR00247F, Lyermira - OR00249F, & Kirkquoy - OR00248F, Harray, Orkney offers accommodations in Orkney, 5.8 miles from Maeshowe and 7.8 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. There's a private entrance at the vacation home for the convenience of those who stay. The vacation home also offers free Wifi and free private parking.
Featuring a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, each unit also comes with a cable flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, outdoor furniture, and a seating area with a sofa. The rooms include a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities.
Ring of Brogdar is 8.8 miles from the vacation home, while Skara Brae is 6.7 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 17 miles from Burrian - OR00247F, Lyermira - OR00249F, & Kirkquoy - OR00248F, Harray, Orkney.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Orkney · 3.90 mi from centre
8.8
16 reviews
Quoylee, Stromness, Orkney - OR00309F is located in Orkney, just 5.5 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 4.9 miles from Ness of Brogdar. With free private parking, the property is 4.5 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5 miles from Maeshowe.
With free Wifi, this 3-bedroom vacation home offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Skara Brae is 5.1 miles from the vacation home, while Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray is 25 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 17 miles from Quoylee, Stromness, Orkney - OR00309F.

Guest house in Orkney Islands, Twatt · 4.15 mi from centre
9.5
106 reviews
Featuring garden views, Runa Guest House in Twatt provides accommodations and a garden. The guest house, set in a building dating back to 1985, features free Wifi and free private parking. Standing Stones of Stenness is 9.3 miles away, and Skara Brae is 6.3 miles from the guest house.
All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer and walk-in shower. A dishwasher, an oven, and microwave are also available, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Twatt, like hiking.
Ring of Brogdar is 8.3 miles from Runa Guest House, while Maeshowe is 9 miles from the property. Kirkwall Airport is 20 miles away.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Orkney · 3.78 mi from centre
10.0
22 reviews
Evas Howe Lodge is located in Orkney, just 6.5 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 7.6 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. Offering a garden, the property is located within 6.4 miles of Maeshowe. There's a sun terrace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking.
The vacation home is composed of 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is offered. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Skara Brae is 4.5 miles from the vacation home, while Ness of Brogdar is 7.2 miles from the property. Kirkwall Airport is 17 miles away.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 3.91 mi from centre
10.0
1 review
Utkanten offers accommodations in Stromness, 4.6 miles from Maeshowe and 5.4 miles from Ring of Brogdar. Providing free private parking, the 5-star vacation home is 4.5 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray is 25 miles from the vacation home.
With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home provides a TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and kitchenware. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
Ness of Brogdar is 4.8 miles from the vacation home, while Skara Brae is 5 miles away. Kirkwall Airport is 17 miles from the property.

Hotel in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 6.05 mi from centre
8.8
160 reviews
Breakfast available
Ferry Inn Stromness is centrally located in Stromness, a 2-minute walk from Piers Art Centre and 10 minutes by foot from Stromness Museum. This hotel is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.4 mi (8.8 km) from Maes Howe.

Inn in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 6.12 mi from centre
8.6
67 reviews
Breakfast available
A stay at The Royal Hotel Stromness places you in the heart of Stromness, steps from Piers Art Centre and 3 minutes by foot from Stromness Ferry Terminal. This golf inn is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Stromness Museum and 5.3 mi (8.6 km) from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Bed & breakfast in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 5.11 mi from centre
9.6
58 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Stromness, Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Stromness Ferry Terminal and Piers Art Centre. This bed & breakfast is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Stromness Museum and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Maes Howe.

Cottage in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 5.98 mi from centre
9.6
12 reviews
A stay at this cottage places you in the heart of Stromness, steps from Stromness Ferry Terminal and 4 minutes by foot from Piers Art Centre. This cottage is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Stromness Museum and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Standing Stones of Stenness.

Apartment in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 6.01 mi from centre
9.6
20 reviews
Marina Apartments North and South offers accommodations in Stromness, 5.1 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.6 miles from Maeshowe. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking. Guests can access the apartment via private entrance.
Offering sea or quiet street views, each unit comes with a kitchen, a flat-screen TV and DVD player, wardrobe, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and slippers. A dishwasher, an oven, and microwave are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the apartment complex, units have bed linen and towels.
For guests with children, the apartment features a baby safety gate. Guests at Marina Apartments North and South can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace.
Ring of Brogdar is 6 miles from the accommodation, while Ness of Brogdar is 5.4 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 18 miles from Marina Apartments North and South.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Harray · 5.01 mi from centre
8.2
34 reviews
Madras cottage Orkney offers accommodations in Harray, 4.1 miles from Maeshowe and 6.1 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home.
Featuring a terrace and mountain views, the vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace.
The vacation home has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.
Ring of Brogdar is 7.1 miles from Madras cottage Orkney, while Ness of Brogdar is 6.5 miles from the property. Kirkwall Airport is 15 miles away.

Bed and breakfast in Orkney Islands, Orkney · 6.29 mi from centre
9.7
26 reviews
Breakfast available
Featuring sea views, Viking's View BnB in Orkney offers accommodations and a garden. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, room service, and free Wifi. Guests can enjoy garden views.
At the bed and breakfast, each unit includes a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. A fridge and kettle are also available. At the bed and breakfast, all units are allergy-free.
Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruit, and juice are available.
Ring of Brogdar is 12 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Standing Stones of Stenness is 13 miles from the property. Kirkwall Airport is 23 miles away.

Apartment in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 5.19 mi from centre
9.2
21 reviews
Located in Stromness, Stromness Apartments is within a 5-minute drive of Piers Art Centre and Stromness Museum. This apartment is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from Maes Howe.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 5.71 mi from centre
10.0
8 reviews
Congesquoy Barn offers accommodations in Stromness, 3.8 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 3.9 miles from Maeshowe. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Ring of Brogdar is 4.7 miles away and Ness of Brogdar is 4.1 miles from the vacation home.
This vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area.
Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Skara Brae is 7.4 miles from the vacation home, while Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray is 24 miles from the property. Kirkwall Airport is 16 miles away.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 5.76 mi from centre
9.5
13 reviews
Algarth, Stromness, Orkney - OR00218F offers accommodations in Stromness, 6 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 5.4 miles from Ness of Brogdar. With free private parking, the property is 5 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 5.5 miles from Maeshowe.
With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge. The accommodation is non-smoking.
Skara Brae is 7.2 miles from the vacation home, while Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray is 25 miles away. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 18 miles from Algarth, Stromness, Orkney - OR00218F.

Apartment in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 5.88 mi from centre
9.7
23 reviews
Reka Vik is located in Stromness, just 7.1 miles from Ring of Brogdar and 6.4 miles from Ness of Brogdar. With free private parking, the property is 6.1 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 6.6 miles from Maeshowe. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment.
With free Wifi, this 1-bedroom apartment offers a satellite flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property offers sea views.
Guests at Reka Vik can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Skara Brae is 8.3 miles from the accommodation, while Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray is 26 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Kirkwall Airport, 19 miles from Reka Vik.

Apartment in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 6.01 mi from centre
9.6
29 reviews
Enegar Accommodation is located in Stromness, just 6 miles from Standing Stones of Stenness and 6.5 miles from Maeshowe. This apartment offers free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests.
The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property offers sea views.
Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stromness, like hiking.
Ring of Brogdar is 7 miles from Enegar Accommodation, while Ness of Brogdar is 6.3 miles away. Kirkwall Airport is 19 miles from the property.

Holiday home in Orkney Islands, Stromness · 5.56 mi from centre
9.4
41 reviews
Featuring garden views, Howe Holiday homes in Stromness features accommodations and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking. This 3-star vacation home offers private entrance.
The units provide views of the sea and come with a seating area, a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. An oven, a microwave, and toaster are also available, as well as a kettle. At the vacation home, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.
Guests at the vacation home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stromness, like fishing.
Standing Stones of Stenness is 3.3 miles from Howe Holiday homes, while Maeshowe is 3.8 miles away. Kirkwall Airport is 16 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.