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1. Smithfield guesthouse

Dounby

"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

S$259

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

2. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Peter

S$221

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

3. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Stromness

Thomas

S$362

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

4. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

"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

S$282

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

5. Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness

Roger

S$418

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

6. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Julie

S$251

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

7. The Shore

Kirkwall

"We were very pleasantly surprised to learn our 1 room family suite had 2 separate bedrooms. Beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was nice. Only issues were that we only had 1 key which made it tricky every time we went separate places. Also there was an illuminated exit sign in the king bedroom we had to cover up it was so bright, and when others shut their doors it would thump ours. Loved the skylights, was a bit stuffy but those helped. Loved the breakfast!"

Beth

S$323

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

8. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Cynthia

S$311

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

9. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

S$303

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

10. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Orphir

S$570

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

11. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

S$380

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

12. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Candy

S$237

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

13. The Steading

South Walls

S$3,172

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

14. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall

Shawn

S$137

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

15. The Anchorage

South Ronaldsay

Neil

S$163

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

Jeremy

S$264

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

17. West End Guest House

Kirkwall

"A very friendly welcome, they were happy to accommodate our very late (11.30pm) arrival after we travelled there on the ferry. The owners have recently taken it over and in the last few weeks completed an overhaul of the bar/restaurant area which looks lovely. We didn't try the evening meals but the breakfasts were phenomenal, a proper Scottish breakfast that really sets you up for the day. Very friendly hosts helped us to work out what to do during the day and suggested good walks and so...

Tanya

S$272

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

18. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

S$267

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

19. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

S$388

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

20. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Tim

S$225

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Venture to Skara Brae and Ring of Brogdar—just two of the sights around Dounby.

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A rural road with a stone wall and wooden fence, leading to a field with houses in the background.

Top Dounby Hotel Reviews

The Shore

8/10 Good

Albert Hotel

8/10 Good

"Lit confortable. Thé et café dans la chambre. Propreté"

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent

"Fyona and Colin are the ultimate hosts, who looked after us fantastically during our short stay. Going above and beyond, they don't just 'own' a guest house, they run a very welcoming 'guest home', with outstanding breakfast and clean, well equipped rooms and a friendly, helpful and informative attitude. Truly enjoyed our time in Karrawa and would certainly return again and highly recommend to others. THANK YOU for going the extra mile for us!"

The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were very lucky because both times we parked at the hotel, we got one of the 2 slots in front of the hotel, so we didn't have to try and find the additional parking lot, but the staff did give us a map to find it. Keep in mind that there is no lift, so depending on your floor you need to carry your bags up. The 23kg bag was not much fun to take up and then down 2 flights of stairs. The food for breakfast was very good whether the cereal/yogurt/fruit or the from the menu. The staff in the breakfast area were really good. The front desk is a little wonky because even the person in the office there isn't as helpful as the front desk clerk who isn't there most of the time, but who is very helpful when you can get them. The WiFi isn't extremely fast, but I was able to work, especially in the library where there was power. It would be nice to have higher chairs with tables other than coffee table height. Even in the room there isn't a desk to work at. We were overall very happy with the stay and the Italian restaurant across the street was perfect for eating 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"

Smithfield guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Easy parking and my room was spotlessly clean, breakfast was cooked to order and was delicious No meals in the evening was the only downside but I was able to get evening meals without having to travel too far"

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!"

More cheap stays in Dounby

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

S$137

30 Aug - 31 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

S$264

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

S$272

29 Aug - 30 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

S$282

26 Sept - 27 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (94 reviews)

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

S$380

29 Aug - 30 Aug

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)

Garden House Rooms

New Scapa Rd Kirkwall Scotland

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Dounby?

Based on our traveller data, Smithfield guesthouse is one of the top choices for your stay. This inn offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the area are The Ayre Hotel and Albert Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Dounby.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dounby, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Dounby.

How is it to stay in Dounby?

Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Dounby has to offer. In Dounby, there are 4 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Dounby.

What are the top places to visit in Dounby?

Places to visit in the wider area include Skara Brae, Ring of Brogdar and Maes Howe. You'll also find Standing Stones of Stenness and Stromness Ferry Terminal in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Dounby guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Dounby?

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 Dounby is 1080 mm.

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Our top choices for Dounby hotels

1. Smithfield guesthouse

2. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

3. The Royal Hotel Stromness

4. The Stromness Hotel

5. Ferry Inn Stromness

6. The Ayre Hotel

7. The Shore

8. Albert Hotel

9. The Orkney Hotel

10. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

11. The Sands Hotel

12. Karrawa Guest House

13. The Steading

14. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

15. The Anchorage

16. Royal Oak Guest House

17. West End Guest House

18. Grainbank Mews

19. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

20. Murray Arms Hotel

Learn more about Dounby

Top Dounby Hotel Reviews

The Shore

Albert Hotel

Karrawa Guest House

The Orkney Hotel

West End Guest House

Ferry Inn Stromness

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Smithfield guesthouse

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

More cheap stays in Dounby

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Royal Oak Guest House

West End Guest House

The Stromness Hotel

The Sands Hotel

Garden House Rooms

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