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Our top choices for Kirkwall cheap hotels

A stone fireplace with a fire, a kettle, and a wooden shelf with bottles.
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.
A bar area with wooden beams, stone flooring, and stools.

1. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Cynthia
₹19,162
₹22,995 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Albert Hotel
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.

2. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Julie
₹10,688
₹12,825 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Ayre Hotel
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 restaurant interior with round tables, chairs, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a plaid headboard, a bedside lamp, a wooden nightstand with a phone, and a chair by a window.

3. The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
United States
Beth
₹17,139
₹31,298 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
The Shore
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.
A hotel entrance with a sign indicating it is a self-service hotel.

4. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
United States
Shawn
₹8,463
₹10,156 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
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 room with two single beds, each with a blue bedspread and white pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with blinds and a curtain.
A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a house through large windows.

5. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
United Kingdom
Jeremy
₹15,335
₹18,401 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Royal Oak Guest House
A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.
A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.
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 grand staircase with blue carpeted steps and a wooden handrail, leading to an upper floor.

6. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
United States
David
₹16,501
₹19,801 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Orkney Hotel
A stone building with a wooden door and a small porch area.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a window with a view of a stone wall and a car, and a utensil rack.
A stone building with a wooden door, windows, and a flower box on the ground floor.
A kitchen with a large window, a stainless steel range hood, and two potted plants on the windowsill.

7. The Anchorage

The Anchorage
South Ronaldsay
United States
Neil
₹9,811
₹11,773 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Anchorage
An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a pot on the counter, and a person cooking.
A bedroom with a skylight, two bedside lamps, a radiator, and a yellow pillow.
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.

8. Murray Arms Hotel

Murray Arms Hotel
South Ronaldsay
United Kingdom
Tim
₹13,839
₹16,607 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Murray Arms 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 harbor with boats docked, a crane, and a building with a flat roof.

9. The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
United States
Debra
₹14,457
₹17,348 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Stromness Hotel
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a black chair, a wall clock, a refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.
A garden with various plants and flowers, a brick house, and a clear sky.
A bunk bed with a desk and dresser in a room with floral wallpaper.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, and a wooden door.

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

2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
Kirkwall
₹24,214
₹29,057 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
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Frequently asked questions

What is Kirkwall like for travellers on a budget?
Kirkwall has a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a budget-friendly holiday choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Highland Park Distillery, Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Kirkwall?
Based on our traveller 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, but bear 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 temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 7°C. Average annual precipitation for Kirkwall is 1080 mm.
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 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 centre in Kirkwall (KOI). You can catch a ferry and cross the water to see more of the region.