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Our top choices for Balfour Castle hotels

Outdoor dining

1. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
2.0 star property
6.6 km from Balfour Castle
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (79 reviews)
"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...
United Kingdom
Tanya
The price is HK$1,398
HK$1,677 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
West End Guest House
Fireplace

2. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
6 km from Balfour Castle
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (295 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!"
United Kingdom
Cynthia
The price is HK$1,582
HK$1,899 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Albert Hotel
Exterior

3. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Balfour Castle
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (259 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel great location in Orkney and good food"
United States
James
The price is HK$990
HK$1,188 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Ayre Hotel
Restaurant

4. The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Balfour Castle
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (184 reviews)
"Grateful for the clean, tastefully decorated room in a great location (downtown waterfront). It's an older building so it can be a bit noisy - particularly as the patrons in other rooms come in for the evening and get going in the morning. "
Canada
Cheryl
The price is HK$1,047
HK$2,143 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
The Shore
Bar (on property)

5. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Balfour Castle
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (80 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating. The large tub with jets was relaxing. The central location was excellent. Hot breakfast and selection was very good. We plan to come back. Highly recommend."
United States
David
The price is HK$1,538
HK$1,846 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
The Orkney Hotel
Beach nearby

6. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
7 km from Balfour Castle
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"Clean room and commons nice location."
United States
Shawn
The price is HK$699
HK$839 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Interior

7. Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
3.0 star property
18.5 km from Balfour Castle
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"Very nice owners with quiet rooms and good breakfast."
United States
Ronald
The price is HK$1,319
HK$1,583 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Smithfield guesthouse
Dining

8. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
6.9 km from Balfour Castle
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is HK$1,354
HK$1,624 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Royal Oak 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
Outdoor dining
West End Guest House
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
79 reviews
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Fireplace
Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
295 reviews
View
Exterior
The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
259 reviews
View
Restaurant
The Shore
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
184 reviews
View
Bar (on property)
The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
80 reviews
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Top Balfour Castle Hotel Reviews

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it there."
Warren 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Albert Hotel

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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 33 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 33 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.