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Top 15 Recommended holiday lettings in Kirkwall

Find your perfect holiday home, apartment or cottage in Kirkwall from just £29 per night!

Apartment Kirkwall
Apartment ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Pleasant holiday apartment | Pets allowed

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £103
per night
from £103
per night
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Apartment Kirkwall
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Pleasant holiday apartment with 2 rooms for 4 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £156
per night
Outstanding(14 ratings)
from £156
per night
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Apartment Kirkwall
Apartment ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Holiday apartment with 1 room for 2 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £115
per night
Excellent(39 ratings)
from £115
per night
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Apartment Kirkwall
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Nice apartment with 1 room for 4 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £100
per night
from £100
per night
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House Kirkwall
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House with 2 rooms for 4 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £124
per night
from £124
per night
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House Kirkwall
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Holiday home with 3 rooms for 5 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £120
per night
from £120
per night
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Apartment Kirkwall
Apartment ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Apartment with 1 room for 2 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £80
per night
from £80
per night
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House Kirkwall
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Lovely holiday home | Pet-friendly

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £162
per night
from £162
per night
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Apartment Kirkwall
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Apartment with 2 rooms for 4 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £151
per night
Very good
from £151
per night
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House Kirkwall
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House with 2 rooms for 4 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £151
per night
from £151
per night
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Lodge Kirkwall
Lodge ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Beautiful lodge with terrace & jacuzzi

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £148
per night
from £148
per night
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House Kirkwall
House ∙ 5 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House with 3 rooms for 5 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £130
per night
from £130
per night
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House Kirkwall
House ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Wonderful house with 1 room for 2 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £100
per night
from £100
per night
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House Kirkwall
House ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House with 2 rooms for 4 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £158
per night
from £158
per night
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Villa Kirkwall
Villa ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Villa with 2 rooms for 4 persons

Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
from £103
per night
from £103
per night
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Holiday rentals with wifi

Accommodation  Kirkwall
from £89 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Lovely letting for 2 persons

5.0
Outstanding(33 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
Internet
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Accommodation  Kirkwall
from £90 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Wonderful letting for 2 persons

5.0
Outstanding(33 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
Internet
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Accommodation  Kirkwall
from £141 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting for 2 persons

5.0
Outstanding(33 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
Internet
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Best holiday homes with a patio or terrace

Accommodation  Kirkwall
from £89 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting with terrace & garden

4.8
Outstanding(96 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
Balcony/Patio
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Accommodation  Kirkwall
from £96 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting with garden & terrace

4.8
Outstanding(96 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
Balcony/Patio
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Accommodation  Kirkwall
from £94 per night
Accommodation ∙ 3 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting with terrace & garden

4.8
Outstanding(96 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
Balcony/Patio
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Budget-friendly Holiday Homes in Kirkwall

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Accommodation Kirkwall
from £153 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting for 2 persons

5.0
Outstanding(33 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
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Accommodation Kirkwall
from £125 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting with garden

5.0
Outstanding(2 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
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Accommodation Kirkwall
from £96 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting with terrace & garden

4.8
Outstanding(96 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
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Top-Rated Lettings and Properties in Kirkwall

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Accommodation Kirkwall
from £152 per night
Accommodation ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Letting with garden

5.0
Outstanding(2 ratings)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
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Helen Esther T.
Guest verified by HomeToGo

Very well equipped cottage in walking distance of all Kirkwall has to offer and easy driving distance to the sights of Orkney. Parking the car was "challenging" down a narrow lane. We enjoyed a great holiday and would recommend this cottage.

Reviewed on 24/08/2025 | Couple
Cottage Kirkwall
from £92 per night
Cottage ∙ 2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom
5.0
Outstanding(1 rating)
Kirkwall, Orkney, United Kingdom
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Popular holiday rental amenities in Kirkwall

  • Pet-friendly (39)
  • WiFi (180)
  • Fireplace (7)
  • Fishing (10)
  • Kitchen (97)
  • TV (180)
  • Dishwasher (20)
  • No pets (166)
  • Washing machine (115)
  • Wheelchair access (35)
  • No smoking (174)
  • Microwave (38)

Our filters can help you find the perfect accommodation in Kirkwall. Our data highlights that Pets allowed and Internet turn out to be the most commonly offered features in Kirkwall. Three features that aren't often provided are Detached, Cot and Air conditioning.

Kirkwall holiday lettings for a break in Orkney's largest town

There is a wide range of holiday letting accommodation options in the town of Kirkwall. Choose a modern new-build on the outskirts of town, or an older stone house or flat in the town centre to have everything close to hand.

What are the best activities for families in Kirkwall?

Keeping the children entertained on a break in Kirkwall

A short drive out of Kirkwall will take you to the Orkney Fossil and Heritage centre, where children will love the huge range of fossils and semi-precious stones on display from all over the Orkney Islands. There is also an exhibition about Orkney during wartime, and the building of the Barrier causeways linking the islands.

A little further south is the Orkney Marine Life Aquarium, which is the ideal wet weather day out. The main draw for children in Kirkwall is the beaches, and the nearest is at Inganess Bay, just off the road to the airport.

What are the best places to discover the arts and culture of Kirkwall?

Museums, cathedral and jewellery-making in Orkney

The Orkney Museum, in the centre of Kirkwall, tells the story of the Orkney Islands from the Stone Age to the present day. Featuring many important artefacts from the Stone Age, Pictish, and Viking sites around the island, the museum also caters for younger visitors with special activity sheets.

Directly across the road from the museum is St Magnus Cathedral, notable for its elaborate stonework in traditional red sandstone. Orkney is well-known for jewellery-making, and one of the islands' most famous designers is Sheila Fleet, whose work is exhibited in a large two-storey gallery in the centre of Kirkwall.

Information about holiday rentals in Kirkwall

🏡 Holiday homes available 207 rentals
🌙 Nightly prices from £29
⭐ Popular amenities Pets allowed, Internet and Fireplace
🐾 Pet friendly rentals 39 properties
1 reviews
Kirkwall holiday rentals have an average rating of 5/5 across 1 reviews left by travellers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nightly price for a holiday home in Kirkwall?

You can book a holiday home in Kirkwall for as little as £29 per night. Rates will depend on location, property size, and extras like a pool or pet-friendly access. Use HomeToGo to compare deals and find the best value for your trip.

How many holiday lettings are available to book in Kirkwall? And what are the most popular types of holiday lets?

There are 207 holiday homes in Kirkwall to browse and book for your upcoming trip. The most popular types of holiday lets in Kirkwall include apartment rental and cottage. They’re ideal whether you’re planning a romantic escape or a group getaway. Find your perfect match on HomeToGo today.

What is the most searched holiday rental amenity in Kirkwall?

When looking for a holiday home in Kirkwall, consider looking for a place with Pets allowed, Internet, or Fireplace, which are the three most popular amenities for this destination.

Are there any pet-friendly holiday cottages in Kirkwall?

Yes, 19% of holiday rentals in Kirkwall are pet-friendly, with 39 options where your pet is welcome. So your furry friend doesn’t have to miss out on the adventure. Easily find your ideal pet-friendly holiday letting on HomeToGo.

What's the best time of year to travel to Kirkwall?

July and August are usually the warmest months in Kirkwall, while June and April have the least rain.

How do I find discounts on holiday homes in Kirkwall?

You can get fabulous discounts on holiday lets in Kirkwall with the cost per night for a rental beginning at £29 - and HomeToGo has launched a range of filters that mean it's easy to uncover some awesome deals. If you don't have set dates for a trip, try a search using HomeToGo's flexible dates technology to easily look for low-price date options and find savings of up to 10%. Furthermore, HomeToGo's 'distance from' filter can help you locate hidden treasure holiday rentals in lower-price, lesser-known spots that are just as close to the area of your choice, whether that's a beach, lake, ski region or city centre. Start your search as soon as possible to make the most of the greatest variety of options and top discounts - and do so without worries by ticking HomeToGo's 'free cancellation' filter when searching for holiday accommodation.

What are the benefits of booking a holiday letting in Kirkwall with HomeToGo?

From increased privacy away from the crowds to plenty of room in which to have fun with your family, friends or partner, holiday lets in Kirkwall bring many advantages. HomeToGo shows you genuine ratings written by previous guests, and searching is safe, simple, and stress-free - so with 207 deals from 8 providers in the vicinity, you're guaranteed to find the ideal type of accommodation with all of the amenities to suit you in Kirkwall.

Do you offer holiday accommodation for couples in Kirkwall?

Absolutely – you’ll find plenty of cosy, well-rated holiday lettings in Kirkwall perfect for two. Whether you're after a quiet countryside cottage or a city-centre flat, there’s something to suit your style. Use HomeToGo to find the ideal spot for your next couples’ getaway.

Can I book a waterfront holiday rental in Kirkwall?

You can book one of 207 waterfront holiday homes in Kirkwall for a truly scenic break. These spots are perfect for a morning coffee with a view or lazy days by the water. Start your search now on HomeToGo.

Why should I book my holiday rental with HomeToGo?

HomeToGo offers over 15 million holiday rentals worldwide, so there’s something for everyone. We compare prices across providers to help you save time and money. Try HomeToGo and discover how easy it is to plan your perfect holiday letting.

Can I find family-friendly holiday lettings in Kirkwall?

Yes, many holiday homes in Kirkwall are ideal for families, with plenty of space and useful amenities. You’ll find options for every budget and family size. Use HomeToGo to discover the best places to stay with the whole gang.

Can I cancel my holiday rental booking for free?

Free cancellation is available on lots of holiday homes, depending on the provider. This gives you flexibility in case your travel plans change.

Is it possible to rent a holiday home for a weekend getaway in Kirkwall?

Need a weekend getaway in Kirkwall? Lots of holiday rentals offer short stays for a quick and easy break. Many homes offer short stays without long commitments. Discover your ideal holiday home with ease on HomeToGo.

Are there any last-minute holiday rental deals in Kirkwall?

Need a quick break? Last-minute holiday is just a few clicks away in Kirkwall. These can be a great way to save up to 10% on spontaneous getaways. Use HomeToGo’s filters to see what’s available right now.

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