Last-minute self-catering accommodation deals in Orkney Islands

With a stay at The Shore, you'll be centrally located in Kirkwall, just a 3-minute walk from Orkney Wireless Museum and 5 minutes by foot from St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bishop's Palace.

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.

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.

With a stay at The Ayre Hotel in Kirkwall, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Orkney Wireless Museum and 6 minutes by foot from St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Bishop's Palace.

With a stay at Murray Arms Hotel in South Ronaldsay, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hoxa Tapestry Gallery and Banks Chambered Tomb. This inn is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Sand of Wright and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre.

Looking out across the harbour of the Orkney Islands’ largest town, The Kirkwall Hotel features a high-quality restaurant and bar along with stylish en suite rooms. A short walk from the town’s main shopping area, this 4 star hotel provides free Wi-Fi and free parking.

Each room at The Kirkwall Hotel has en suite bathroom facilities with shower or bath, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities.

A freshly cooked breakfast includes local butchers’ sausages, haggis, black pudding, free-range eggs and locally baked bread. The Harbour View Restaurant serves extensive menus showcasing the local produce of the island, and Skippers Bar provides a relaxed setting to enjoy Orkney ales or whiskies by the waterside.

Kirkwall’s attractions include the Orkney Museum and the 12th-century Saint Magnus Cathedral. The town’s Pickaquoy leisure centre and cinema is around 15 minutes’ walk from the hotel.

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.

When you stay at Karrawa Guest House in Kirkwall, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Highland Park Distillery and Bishop's Palace. This guest house is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Earl's Palace and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from St. Magnus Cathedral.

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.

With a stay at Albert Hotel in Kirkwall, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Orkney Wireless Museum and St. Magnus Cathedral. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Orkney Museum and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bishop's Palace.

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 en suite 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 organise boat trips and tuition with special out-of-season rates from October to April.

Located in Burray, The Sands Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre and Orkney Fossil & Vintage Centre. This hotel is 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from Orkney Wine Company and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Italian Chapel.

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.

With a stay at Hildeval B&B in Kirkwall, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of St. Magnus Cathedral and Orkney Wireless Museum. This bed & breakfast is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Bishop's Palace and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Orkney Museum.

The Steading is set in Stromness. This property offers access to table tennis, free private parking and free WiFi.

The spacious holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Kirkwall Airport is 43 km away.

Located in Orphir, Orkneylodge is by the sea – a 2-minute drive from Standing Stones of Stenness and 8 minutes from Orkneyinga Saga Centre. This beach guest house is 6.8 mi (11 km) from Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Maes Howe.

Located in Saint Margarets Hope, 40 km from Maeshowe, Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, Orkney provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a tennis court. The property is situated 41 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 43 km from Ring of Brogdar and 7.3 km from Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray. Free WiFi and an ATM are featured.

The breakfast offers à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish options.

The inn offers a barbecue. You can play darts at this 3-star inn, and the area is popular for hiking and diving.

Ness of Brogdar is 42 km from Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, Orkney. Kirkwall Airport is 24 km away.

Located within 2.1 km of Noltland Castle in Pierowall, No 1 Broughton Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The bed and breakfast has a sun terrace and a sauna.

At the bed and breakfast, all units include a wardrobe, a TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast provides certain units with sea views, and all units are fitted with a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

There is a snack bar, and packed lunches are also available.

Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Kirkwall Airport is 47 km away.

Located 15 km from Standing Stones of Stenness, 16 km from Ring of Brogdar and 15 km from Ness of Brogdar, Aviedale Suite provides accommodation situated in Gorseness. The property features garden and inner courtyard views, and is 13 km from Maeshowe. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

Featuring a DVD player, the guest house has a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge, a living room, a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and laundry service.

Guests at the guest house can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Skara Brae is 25 km from Aviedale Suite, while Orkney Fossil and Heritage Centre, Burray is 37 km away. Kirkwall Airport is 24 km from the property.

Set in Kirkwall, 1.8 km from Scapa Beach, The Foveran offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 3-star hotel offers room service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a bar.

Guests at the hotel can enjoy a Full English/Irish breakfast. At The Foveran you will find a restaurant serving local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Maeshowe is 15 km from the accommodation, while Standing Stones of Stenness is 17 km away. Kirkwall Airport is 8 km from the property.