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A hallway with stone walls, wooden door, and a bench.

A hotel reception area with a glass display case, a coffee machine, and a vase with flowers.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a visible exit sign, and a view of the street outside.

A neatly made bed with a light-colored bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a floral-patterned wall.

1. Smithfield guesthouse

8.2 km from Earl's Palace

"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

NT$5,350

NT$6,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a ship docked at a pier.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, a window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A restaurant with wooden floors, tables set with white tablecloths, and a high ceiling with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

A modern building with large windows and a visible chimney.

2. Ferry Inn Stromness

18.4 km from Earl's Palace

Roger

NT$8,627

NT$10,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

A room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.

3. The Stromness Hotel

18.5 km from Earl's Palace

"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

NT$4,957

NT$5,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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Top Earl's Palace Hotel Reviews

Smithfield guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Very well centered for all the sites on the west side of Orkney and a quick drive to Kirkwall and the eastern archipelago sites. Staff was fantastic and a store featuring lots of local artisans is within walking distance. Not many dinner restaurants nearby, but a grocery store across the street had plenty of options for my needs."

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice location in the town center. Parking available front and rear. Big clean bright rooms with great bed n and pillows and huge bathroom. Breakfast is very good, nice helpful staff and amazing choice of local drinks in the bar."

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel has clearly just been refurbished and the entrance area was very nice indeed. I was later checking in and had to wait a wee bit until helped by a member of staff - wasn’t a huge issue for me though. The room itself was lovely - spotless and stylish. Didn’t have breakfast as I was leaving early."

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Had a lovely stay thank you."

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Top notch!"

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly hosts, nice room with lovely view. Excellent breakfast"

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!"

Stromness Apartments

8/10 Good

"Family friendly and very quiet. Well positioned for visiting the main island. Would recommend."

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!"

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A puffin standing on a grassy cliff by the sea.

Brough of Birsay

9.4/10 (20 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Birsay with a stop at Brough of Birsay. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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A coastal landscape with a beach, waves, and a distant village.

Bay of Skaill

9.0/10 (27 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bay of Skaill during your travels in Stromness. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

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A stone-walled interior with a stone bench, a fur-covered object, and a small fire pit.

Skara Brae

9.8/10 (128 reviews)

Discover the secrets of Orkney’s earliest inhabitants and find out what life was like during prehistoric times at this beautifully preserved ancient village.

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Barony Mills

Find out about the history of Birsay with a stop at Barony Mills. Discover the area's hot springs and countryside.

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Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Birsay. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

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Broch of Gurness

You can find out about the history of Evie with a stop at Broch of Gurness. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's hot springs.

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Midhowe Broch

You can find out about the history of Rousay with a stop at Midhowe Broch. Discover the area's countryside and hot springs.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Earl's Palace?

Earl's Palace is located in Birsay. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

Where is the best place to stay near Earl's Palace?

Smithfield guesthouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. You'll find it 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Earl's Palace. Other good options in the area include The Stromness Hotel and The Ayre Hotel.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Earl's Palace, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Earl's Palace.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Earl's Palace?

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Our top choices for Earl's Palace hotels

1. Smithfield guesthouse

2. Ferry Inn Stromness

3. The Stromness Hotel

Top Earl's Palace Hotel Reviews

Smithfield guesthouse

The Orkney Hotel

Albert Hotel

West End Guest House

Ferry Inn Stromness

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Stromness Apartments

Grainbank Mews

Other attractions near Earl's Palace

Brough of Birsay

Bay of Skaill

Skara Brae

Barony Mills

Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Broch of Gurness

Midhowe Broch

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Find hotels near Earl's Palace, Birsay from NT$5,948

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Our top choices for Earl's Palace hotels

1. Smithfield guesthouse

2. Ferry Inn Stromness

3. The Stromness Hotel

Top Earl's Palace Hotel Reviews

Smithfield guesthouse

The Orkney Hotel

Albert Hotel

West End Guest House

Ferry Inn Stromness

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Stromness Apartments

Grainbank Mews

Other attractions near Earl's Palace

Brough of Birsay

Bay of Skaill

Skara Brae

Barony Mills

Marwick Head RSPB Nature Reserve

Broch of Gurness

Midhowe Broch

Frequently asked questions