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The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

3 out of 5
Ayre Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is AU$147 per night
AU$147
12 Dec - 13 Dec
includes taxes & fees
20.42 km from city centre
The Ayre Hotel: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Guests love the helpful staff!
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

3 out of 5
Mounthoolie Lane Kirkwall Scotland
The price is AU$231 per night
AU$231
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
20.54 km from city centre
Albert Hotel: Hotel with free WiFi and 2 bars/lounges. Guests love the helpful staff!
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Free cancellation
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The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

2 out of 5
The Pierhead Stromness Scotland
26.49 km from city centre
The Stromness Hotel: Pet-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests love the helpful staff!
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Free cancellation
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The Shore

The Shore

3 out of 5
Shore Street Kirkwall Scotland
The price is AU$232 per night
AU$232
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
20.42 km from city centre
The Shore: Hotel with free WiFi and a bar/lounge. Located in the city centre.
Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Free cancellation
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The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness

3 out of 5
55-57 Victoria St Stromness Scotland
The price is AU$400 per night
AU$400
2 Dec - 3 Dec
includes taxes & fees
26.57 km from city centre
The Royal Hotel Stromness: Golf inn with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located next to a golf course.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel

3 out of 5
40 Victoria Street Kirkwall Scotland
The price is AU$273 per night
AU$273
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
20.92 km from city centre
The Orkney Hotel: Pet-friendly hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located in the city centre.
Breakfast included
Pet-friendly
Free cancellation
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Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall

2 out of 5
Kirkwall Scotland
20.88 km from city centre
Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall: Pet-friendly holiday home with free WiFi and laundry facilities.
Kitchen
Washing machine
Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House

2 out of 5
Holm Road Kirkwall Scotland
The price is AU$176 per night
AU$176
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
21.74 km from city centre
Royal Oak Guest House: Guest house with free WiFi and free parking.
Parking included
Free WiFi
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

3 out of 5
10 John Street, Orkney Stromness Scotland
26.39 km from city centre
Ferry Inn Stromness: Hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located on the waterfront.
Breakfast included
Free WiFi
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Accommodation In Rousay

Rousay's accommodation options are limited, but there's no need to panic, Wotif offers 6 nearby options, all within a 30-kilometre radius of central Rousay.

The Albert Hotel, Scotland, which is the closest accommodation, is located 20 kilometres from downtown Rousay. Also, check out the Houton Bay Lodge, located in Scotland, which is 30 kilometres away.

30 kilometres away from the centre of Rousay is the Inn Guest House. The HammerSmith is situated 17 kilometres away. You could also make a reservation at the Karrawa Guest House or the St Ola Hotel.

But wait, there's more! Scottish Islands has loads of other great things to see and do. Check out the ruins and castles in Scottish Islands, and enjoy the region's beaches. Popular pastimes in this part of United Kingdom include mountain biking.

If you decide to fly into Rousay, Kirkwall Airport is your most practical option. It's 25 kilometres from downtown Rousay. The Karrawa Guest House is a nearby hotel.

Rousay hotels essential information

Accommodation
72 hotels
Lowest Price
AU$147
Highest Price
AU$400
Popular hotels
The Ayre Hotel, Albert Hotel, The Stromness Hotel, The Shore, The Royal Hotel Stromness, The Orkney Hotel, Cosy House in the heart of Kirkwall, Royal Oak Guest House, Ferry Inn Stromness

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What is the best area to stay in Rousay?
If you're looking for good vibes, consider locking in your Rousay hotel in the Tingwall House neighbourhood. Select "View map" at the top of the page to show the different locations of our Rousay accommodation and find the one that calls out to you.

New reviews! Best hotels in Rousay

The Ayre Hotel
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5 / 5
Lovely saff, grear food, comfy room.
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The Ayre Hotel

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