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Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
Kirkwall
$161
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Karrawa Guest House

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
$142
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Ayre Hotel

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
$185
$222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Albert Hotel

The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
$162
$308 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
The Shore

Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
Dounby
$169
$203 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Smithfield guesthouse

Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
Orphir
$371
$445 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
$197
$237 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
The Orkney Hotel

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
Stromness
$273
$328 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Royal Hotel Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness
Stromness
$273
$328 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Ferry Inn Stromness

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
$167
$200 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Stromness Hotel

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
$174
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Royal Oak Guest House

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
$90
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Stromness
$146
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
$151
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Grainbank Mews

West End Guest House

West End Guest House
Kirkwall
$159
$191 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
West End Guest House

2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden

2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
Kirkwall
$262
$314 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
2-bed Townhouse, Sleeps 4 With Enclosed Garden
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Top landmarks in Rousay

Trumland House

If seeing the sights is on your list of things to do, head to Trumland House— just one of the landmarks located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from central Rousay.
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Midhowe Broch

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Midhowe Broch— just one of the landmarks located 2 mi (3.2 km) from central Rousay.
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Learn more about Rousay

Rousay is well-known for its attractions such as Trumland House and Midhowe Cairn. The city has something for everyone including sights like Midhowe Broch within a small-town setting.

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A coastal landscape with a grassy field, a stone wall, and a body of water.
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Check out reviews of Rousay hotels guests love

The Shore

The Shore

8/10 Good
"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 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Shore
The Orkney Hotel

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."
William 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
The Orkney Hotel
West End Guest House

West End Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Had a lovely stay thank you."
Gordon 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
West End Guest House
Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent
"Top notch!"
Jonathan David 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Ferry Inn Stromness
Smithfield guesthouse

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"
Paul 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Smithfield guesthouse
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

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!"
Mark 7-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews

10/10 Excellent
"A beautiful place to stay when visiting Orkney. Ideal location to get to all the sights. Accommodation was perfect and Albert and Aileen couldn’t have been more friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"
Lesley 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Grainbank Mews
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Such attentive, friendly staff. Nothing was too much trouble and a great breakfast!"
Duncan 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Royal Oak Guest House

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Rousay?
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Rousay?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Rousay, most accommodations offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
What will the weather in Rousay be like during my vacation?
The warmest months in Rousay are usually August and July with an average temp of 55°F. February and January are the chilliest months when the average temp is 44°F. The rainiest months are October and November.
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