𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 St. Mary's (2026)

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Our top choices for St. Mary's hotels

1. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Tim

S$171

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

Free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

2. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Douglas

S$242

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

3. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Julie

S$175

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Cynthia

S$281

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

5. 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$423

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

6. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

S$265

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

7. Smithfield guesthouse

Dounby

Brian

S$257

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

Fridge, oven, dishwasher, electric kettle

8. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

S$382

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

9. The Stromness Hotel

Stromness

Debra

S$235

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

10. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Stromness

Thomas

S$414

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

11. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

S$377

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

12. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

Jeremy

S$252

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

13. Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness

Roger

S$414

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

14. The Anchorage

South Ronaldsay

Neil

S$161

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

15. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall

Shawn

S$136

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

16. 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$239

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

17. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

S$253

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

18. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Orphir

S$237

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

19. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Peter

S$210

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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Top St. Mary's Hotel Reviews

Smithfield guesthouse

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place to stay in the quiet and laid back village of Dounby as it is close to a lot of archeological sites which are about 10 to 20 minutes away in every direction. Very friendly and attentive staff. Great food as well. Spacious parking in the back. There is a gas station and a market across the street so you don’t have to worry about driving too far to refuel and get food. This place will be my go-to the next time I travel to Orkney Islands!"

The Royal Hotel Stromness

10/10 Excellent

"Clean large rooms! Fun bar area downstairs. Staff was helpful."

Murray Arms Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the tour of the facility and our room. Help with parking was so useful for ease of getting out of the lot. My wife needed medicine kept cold and ice packs frozen and had no issues having this done for us. Because we were leaving before breakfast a to go meal was provided for us."

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."

Karrawa Guest House

8/10 Good

"Plenty of parking"

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"

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

S$136

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

S$235

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (95 reviews)

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

S$239

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

S$252

1 Oct - 2 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

S$377

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)

Garden House Rooms

New Scapa Rd Kirkwall Scotland

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in St. Mary's?

Located 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from the heart of St. Mary's, The Ayre Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your visit to the area are The Stromness Hotel and Albert Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in St. Mary's.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in St. Mary's, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in St. Mary's.

What is staying in St. Mary's like?

Visitors to St. Mary's will definitely enjoy the restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy the city's sightseeing tours and cathedral. There are 138 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about St. Mary's.

What should I do while I'm visiting St. Mary's?

Places to visit in the wider area include Highland Park Distillery, Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Standing Stones of Stenness. You'll also find Maes Howe and Ring of Brogdar in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's St. Mary's guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in St. Mary's?

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 St. Mary's is 1073 mm.

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Our top choices for St. Mary's hotels

1. Murray Arms Hotel

2. Karrawa Guest House

3. The Ayre Hotel

4. Albert Hotel

5. The Shore

6. The Orkney Hotel

7. Smithfield guesthouse

8. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

9. The Stromness Hotel

10. The Royal Hotel Stromness

11. The Sands Hotel

12. Royal Oak Guest House

13. Ferry Inn Stromness

14. The Anchorage

15. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

16. West End Guest House

17. Grainbank Mews

18. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

19. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Learn more about St. Mary's

Top St. Mary's Hotel Reviews

Smithfield guesthouse

The Royal Hotel Stromness

Murray Arms Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

Albert Hotel

Karrawa Guest House

West End Guest House

Ferry Inn Stromness

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

More cheap stays in St. Mary's

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

The Stromness Hotel

West End Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

The Sands Hotel

Garden House Rooms

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