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7 Aug - 9 Aug
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Our top choices for Mill Sand hotels

Outdoor dining

1. West End Guest House

West End Guest House
2.0 star property
7.3 km from Mill Sand
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$1,401
HK$1,681 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
West End Guest House
Exterior

2. Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
3.0 star property
18.8 km from Mill Sand
The price is HK$3,284
HK$3,941 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
Garden

3. The Sands Hotel

The Sands Hotel
2.5 star property
13.1 km from Mill Sand
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"It worked out great for our overnight stay on Orkney. Dinner was very good and breakfast hit the spot."
Canada
tony
The price is HK$1,938
HK$2,326 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Sands Hotel
Fireplace

4. Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Mill Sand
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!"
United Kingdom
Cynthia
The price is HK$1,586
HK$1,903 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Albert Hotel
Exterior

5. The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Mill Sand
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$1,101
HK$1,322 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Ayre Hotel
Restaurant

6. The Shore

The Shore
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Mill Sand
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (183 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$1,484
HK$2,669 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Shore
Bar (on property)

7. The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Mill Sand
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (80 reviews)
"Clean room, modern furnishings, nice towels and linens. Excellent breakfast and personable waiter."
United States
Jonathan
The price is HK$1,542
HK$1,850 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Orkney Hotel
Beach nearby

8. Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
2.0 star property
7.6 km from Mill Sand
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
"Clean room and commons nice location."
United States
Shawn
The price is HK$700
HK$841 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Dining

9. Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
2.0 star property
6.6 km from Mill Sand
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Very clean, good breakfast and friendly staff. "
United Kingdom
Jeremy
The price is HK$1,357
HK$1,628 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Royal Oak Guest House
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Top Mill Sand Hotel Reviews

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"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."
David 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Orkney Hotel

Other attractions near Mill Sand

An ancient stone building with arched windows and a tower in the background.

Earl's Palace

8.6/10 (46 reviews)
Take a tour of this impressive 17th-century ruin, considered to be among the finest examples of French Renaissance architecture in Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mill Sand?
Mill Sand is located in Kirkwall. Travellers like the surrounding area for its bars. You'll find 39 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Mill Sand?
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 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Mill Sand. Other good choices within 5 miles include Albert Hotel and The Shore.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Mill Sand?
Expedia has 39 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Mill Sand.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Mill Sand, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Mill Sand.
What can I see and do near Mill Sand?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Orkney Museum and Orkney Wireless Museum. Lounge by the water at Sandi Sand and Scapa Beach. Highland Park Distillery and Earl's Palace are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.