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A hallway with stone walls, wooden door, and a bench.

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a visible exit sign, and a view of the street outside.

A neatly made bed with a light-colored bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a floral-patterned wall.

Two wooden chairs with drawers, a potted plant, and a stone wall.

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

HK$1,333

HK$1,600 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A two-story house with a stone facade, a tiled roof, and a front porch with a bench.

A kitchen counter with various food items and kitchenware, including a fruit bowl, a juice container, and a container of Greek yogurt.

A two-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a driveway.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt and two pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser with a mirror, and two framed pictures on the wall.

2. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Stromness

Peter

HK$1,146

HK$1,375 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A bar with wooden shelves stocked with bottles and glasses, a coffee machine, and a cash register.

A window with a view of a harbor, including buildings and a boat.

A bar area with wooden furniture, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A wooden staircase with a bench at the bottom, leading to a room with a checkered floor.

3. The Royal Hotel Stromness

Stromness

Thomas

HK$1,863

HK$2,236 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A room with a large window overlooking a harbor, featuring a ship docked at a pier.

A restaurant with wooden floors, tables set with white tablecloths, and a high ceiling with exposed beams and a hanging light fixture.

A harbor with boats docked, a control tower, and a building with a red roof.

A modern building with large windows and a visible chimney.

4. Ferry Inn Stromness

Stromness

Roger

HK$2,149

HK$2,579 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A historic building with a prominent entrance and multiple windows, labeled as "The Stromness Hotel."

A room with a large window, a green sofa, two green chairs, and a round table.

A hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

5. 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

HK$1,448

HK$1,737 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A row of white buildings with chimneys, reflecting on the water.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

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.

6. The Ayre Hotel

Kirkwall

Julie

HK$1,293

HK$1,551 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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 rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, a bar area, and seating for patrons.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

7. Albert Hotel

Kirkwall

Cynthia

HK$1,599

HK$1,918 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

8. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Orphir

HK$2,923

HK$3,507 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A building with multiple windows and a visible entrance.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A staircase with wooden railings leading to a landing. A red chair is positioned near a window with a curtain.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a wall-mounted picture frame.

9. The Sands Hotel

Burray

Susan

HK$1,954

HK$2,345 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and bar stools. There is a leather couch in the foreground.

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.

A restaurant with leather seating, wooden paneling, and a flat-screen TV mounted above a blue-lit fireplace.

10. The Orkney Hotel

Kirkwall

David

HK$1,554

HK$1,865 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

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 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.

11. 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

HK$881

HK$1,955 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A stone building with a large arched doorway and a smaller door, both with glass panels.

A beach with the words "GRANBANK NEWS EST 2021" written in the sand.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, and a door with the number 3.

A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, and a window with a view of greenery.

12. Grainbank Mews

Kirkwall

Stephen

HK$1,368

HK$1,641 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious living room with a large sofa, a chair, and a table. There is a telescope and a view of the countryside through large windows.

A modern two-story house with large windows, a balcony, and a stone chimney.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and large windows overlooking a scenic view.

13. The Steading

South Walls

HK$16,262

HK$19,515 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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.

14. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall

Shawn

HK$706

HK$847 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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 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.

15. The Anchorage

South Ronaldsay

Neil

HK$853

HK$1,023 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring plaid chairs and a central table.

A reception desk with a modern design, a framed artwork above it, and a potted plant to the right.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a chair, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A sign for Karrawa Guest House, indicating no vacancies, fully ensuited, with WiFi and guest parking, and located at the entrance on Inganness Road.

16. Karrawa Guest House

Kirkwall

Candy

HK$1,270

HK$1,524 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

17. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

Kirkwall

HK$2,061

HK$2,474 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a kettle, a picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

18. 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

HK$1,412

HK$1,695 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

An outdoor dining area with people seated at tables, a chalkboard menu, and potted plants.

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.

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.

19. Murray Arms Hotel

South Ronaldsay

Tim

HK$888

HK$1,066 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outside.

A cozy living room with two sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a house through large windows.

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 room with a wooden cabinet, a blue chair, a mirror, and a door with glass panels.

20. Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall

Jeremy

HK$1,368

HK$1,641 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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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!"

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!"

Murray Arms Hotel

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff in the bar - no food available after 8pm which was disappointing as there was nowhere else to eat"

More cheap stays in Dounby

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Old Scapa Road Kirkwall Scotland

HK$706

HK$847 total

30 Aug - 31 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (48 reviews)

Royal Oak Guest House

Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland

HK$1,368

HK$1,641 total

3 Sept - 4 Sept

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)

West End Guest House

14 Main Street Kirkwall Scotland

HK$1,412

HK$1,695 total

28 Aug - 29 Aug

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (83 reviews)

The Stromness Hotel

The Pierhead Stromness Scotland

HK$1,448

HK$1,737 total

26 Sept - 27 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (94 reviews)

The Sands Hotel

Pier Road Burray Scotland

HK$1,954

HK$2,345 total

31 Aug - 1 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

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.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Dounby has to offer?

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: This holiday home rental outside of Dounby has laundry facilities and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. See all 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 Standing Stones of Stenness. You'll also find Stromness Ferry Terminal and Highland Park Distillery 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.

Dounby hotels from HK$847

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Our top choices for Dounby hotels

1. Smithfield guesthouse

2. Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

3. The Royal Hotel Stromness

4. Ferry Inn Stromness

5. The Stromness Hotel

6. The Ayre Hotel

7. Albert Hotel

8. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

9. The Sands Hotel

10. The Orkney Hotel

11. The Shore

12. Grainbank Mews

13. The Steading

14. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

15. The Anchorage

16. Karrawa Guest House

17. 2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

18. West End Guest House

19. Murray Arms Hotel

20. Royal Oak Guest House

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The Shore

Albert Hotel

Karrawa Guest House

The Orkney Hotel

West End Guest House

Ferry Inn Stromness

Smithfield guesthouse

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Murray Arms Hotel

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Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Royal Oak Guest House

West End Guest House

The Stromness Hotel

The Sands Hotel

Garden House Rooms

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