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Our top choices for Balfour Castle hotels

A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.
A detailed pencil drawing of a brick building with a gabled roof, large windows, and a door.
A beach with the words "GRANBANK NEWS EST 2021" written in the sand.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.

1. Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
6.2 km from Balfour Castle
United Kingdom
Stephen
₹11,165
₹13,397 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Grainbank Mews
A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork above it, and a potted plant to the right.
A house with a covered patio, a garage, and a snow-covered yard.

2. Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
7 km from Balfour Castle
Canada
Gerald
₹8,813
₹10,575 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Karrawa Guest House
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 billiards room with tables, chairs, and a bar area with patrons.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and a window.

3. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
5.9 km from Balfour Castle
United States
Giorgia
₹7,984
₹9,580 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Ayre Hotel
A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.
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.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.

4. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
6 km from Balfour Castle
United States
Debra
₹12,643
₹15,172 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Albert Hotel
A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.
A restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A hotel named "The Shore" with a signboard indicating rooms and amenities like free WiFi, local ales, wines & spirits, teas & coffees.
A harbor with boats docked at the pier, a lighthouse in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

5. The Shore

The Shore
5.8 km from Balfour Castle
United States
Beth
₹7,005
₹19,033 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Shore
A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a nightstand, and a window.
A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf in the background.

6. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
6.4 km from Balfour Castle
United States
David
₹16,340
₹19,607 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Orkney Hotel
A building with a single entrance door, a small window, and a light fixture on the exterior wall.
A room with a metal-framed bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a stone wall, and a bed with a floral duvet.
A small building with a sloped roof, a door, and hanging flower baskets.
A gated area with a dog, a metal staircase, and a building with a sign.

7. Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking

Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking
18.3 km from Balfour Castle
₹14,646
₹17,575 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Cottage Sleeps 2 - Sea Views - Free Parking
Outdoor dining
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a kettle, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
Restaurant
Exterior

8. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
6.6 km from Balfour Castle
United Kingdom
Tanya
₹6,983
₹8,379 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
West End Guest House
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Compare popular hotels close to Balfour Castle

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.
Grainbank Mews
10.0
Exceptional
14 reviews
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A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.
Karrawa Guest House
9.8
Exceptional
138 reviews
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A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.
The Ayre Hotel
8.6
Excellent
274 reviews
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A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.
Albert Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
311 reviews
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A bar area with multiple liquor bottles, a sign reading "Kirkwall Hotel", and several beer taps.
The Shore
8.2
Very good
189 reviews
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Top Balfour Castle Hotel Reviews

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Comfy room, excellent service, perfectly located."
Giorgia 4-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, central to everything and easy to get to from the North Link Ferry. Orkney is lovely and the people wonderful IF you stop and listen. Will be back."
Ken 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Albert Hotel
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

8/10 Good
"Staff really friendly and helpful, nice quiet room as we had our dog. Lovely breakfast."
CRAIG 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Orkney Hotel
Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable rooms, great breakfasts"
Gerald 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Karrawa Guest House
Graemeshall House

Graemeshall House

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely and accommodating host with lots of local knowledge and history. Spacious, comfortable and private rooms. Breakfast was delicious with a great selection. Would come back any day and highly recommend to anyone. The personal touch and interaction with the host was appreciated and the perfect touch one would ask for a true Bed and Breakfast experience."
Emma 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Graemeshall House
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"The owner was so warm, hospitable, and willing to help with any problems I had. He really went out t of his way to make me feel comfortable and cared for. Breakfast was wonderful---lots of hotels and cold choices in a clean, cozy breakfast room. Parking lot was easy to enter and leave with ample space for all cars."
Carole M 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Royal Oak Guest House
Castleyards Apartment 1

Castleyards Apartment 1

8/10 Good
"We had difficulty working around the very small double bed that was in a space so small it was against the wall one side and had about 12 to 14 inches gap on the oyher side . Not good for the mature travellor."
Susan 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Castleyards Apartment 1
West End Guest House

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Had a lovely stay thank you."
Gordon 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
West End Guest House
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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!"
Mark 7-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Other attractions near Balfour Castle

A historic church with a prominent tower and a surrounding graveyard.

St. Magnus Cathedral

9.4/10 (104 reviews)
Examine the intriguing 17th-century tombstones housed inside this stunning sandstone cathedral.
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An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)
Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.
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A historic stone castle surrounded by lush green trees.

Bishop's Palace

8.6/10 (44 reviews)
Explore the ruined remains of this 12th-century palace and see the views from the top of its spiral staircase.
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Orkney Brewery

10.0/10 (1 review)
Find out about the history of Shapinsay when you spend time at Orkney Brewery. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
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Orkney Wireless Museum

10.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Orkney Wireless Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
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Orkney Museum

9.8/10 (16 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orkney Museum during your trip to Kirkwall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's museums.
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Peedie Sea

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Peedie Sea during your travels in Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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The Orkney Library & Archive

After visiting The Orkney Library & Archive, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kirkwall. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Balfour Castle?
Balfour Castle is located in Shapinsay, a welcoming area that travellers like for its island views. You'll find 30 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Balfour Castle?
The Ayre Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Balfour Castle. Other good options within 5 miles include Albert Hotel and The Shore.
How many hotels will I find close to Balfour Castle?
Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Balfour Castle.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Balfour Castle, 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 Balfour Castle.