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Our top choices for Kirkwall cheap hotels

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.
A pool table in a bar area with wooden flooring and green walls.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and a window.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

1. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Julie
NT$3,379
NT$4,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
The Ayre Hotel
A coastal landscape with a clear water body, rocky formations, and a sandy beach.
A cozy living room with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a chair.

2. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
United States
Shawn
NT$2,835
NT$3,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
A stone building with a wooden door and a small porch area.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a plant, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with a large window, a stainless steel range hood, and two potted plants on the windowsill.
A stone building with a wooden door, windows, and a flower box on the ground floor.

3. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
South Ronaldsay
United States
Neil
NT$3,433
NT$4,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Anchorage
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.
A harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.
A hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.
A restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

4. The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
United States
Beth
NT$5,233
NT$9,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
The Shore
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outside.
A room with a wooden cabinet, a blue chair, a mirror, and a door with glass panels.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a house through large windows.
A living room with a wooden coffee table, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Jeremy
NT$5,310
NT$6,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Royal Oak Guest House
A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.
A bar area with wooden beams, stone flooring, and stools.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

6. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Cynthia
NT$5,810
NT$6,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Albert Hotel
A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.
A grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.
A four-poster bed with a dark wooden frame, a blue and white bedspread, and two blue pillows. There is a small table with a lamp and a chair in front of a window with curtains.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

7. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
David
NT$5,543
NT$6,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Orkney Hotel
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 room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

8. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
United States
Debra
NT$3,147
NT$3,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Stromness Hotel
An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.
A bedroom with a skylight, two bedside lamps, a radiator, and a yellow pillow.
A stone pillar with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood daily, walk-ins welcome, dog-friendly, and a beer garden.
A stone structure with a sign for The Murray Arms Hotel and Seafood Restaurant, offering lunch and evening meals, fresh seafood, walk-ins, dog-friendly, and beer garden.

9. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
South Ronaldsay
United Kingdom
Tim
NT$6,420
NT$7,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Murray Arms Hotel
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a black chair, a wall clock, a refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a wooden door.
A wooden deck with a small lawn area, a red fence, and a building with a window and a door.
A garden with various plants and flowers, a brick house, and a clear sky.

10. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
Kirkwall
NT$8,278
NT$9,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
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Frequently asked questions

What is Kirkwall like for travelers on a budget?
Kirkwall has a variety of cheap accommodations and things to do, making it a budget-friendly vacation choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Orkney Museum, Highland Park Distillery, and Orkney Wireless Museum.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Kirkwall?
Based on our traveler reviews, Kirkwall Youth Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Kirkwall?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Kirkwall, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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 Kirkwall is 43 inches.
What is there to see and do in Kirkwall?
Kirkwall is known for its bar scene and offers things to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that are easy on the wallet. Take in the local culture at Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Peedie Sea.
How can I get to Kirkwall and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Kirkwall can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the center in Kirkwall (KOI). You can catch a ferry across the water to see more of the region.