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Hotels in Rousay

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Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking
Orphir
$370
$445 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Cottage Sleeps 9 With Sea Views and Parking

West End Guest House

West End Guest House
Kirkwall
$179
$215 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
West End Guest House

The Shore

The Shore
Kirkwall
$177
$326 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
The Shore

The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel
Kirkwall
$137
$164 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
The Ayre Hotel

Smithfield guesthouse

Smithfield guesthouse
Dounby
$169
$203 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Smithfield guesthouse

Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel
Kirkwall
$186
$223 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Albert Hotel

The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness
Stromness
$217
$261 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Orkney Hotel

The Orkney Hotel
Kirkwall
$197
$236 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
The Orkney Hotel

The Stromness Hotel

The Stromness Hotel
Stromness
$159
$190 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
The Stromness Hotel

Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness
Stromness
$223
$268 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Ferry Inn Stromness

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel
Kirkwall
$90
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Grainbank Mews

Grainbank Mews
Kirkwall
$151
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Grainbank Mews

Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House
Kirkwall
$161
$193 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Karrawa Guest House

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast
Stromness
$145
$174 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Lindisfarne Bed & Breakfast

Royal Oak Guest House

Royal Oak Guest House
Kirkwall
$173
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Royal Oak Guest House
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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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Prehistoric Sites

10.0/10 (1 review)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Prehistoric Sites— just one of the landmarks located 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from central Rousay.
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Learn more about Rousay

Rousay is well-known for its attractions such as Trumland House and Prehistoric Sites. The city has something for everyone including sights like Midhowe Cairn and 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

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

Kirkwall Youth Hostel

10/10 Excellent
"Kirkwall youth hostel had very clean rooms, the amenities were great, the place was laid out well so everything was easy to find and the staff were very helpful."
Craig 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Kirkwall Youth Hostel
The Ayre Hotel

The Ayre Hotel

8/10 Good
"Handy hotel for parkrun. Good quality I’d expect from its rating but shocked they didn’t supply a toothpaste which I’d forgotten. Even as an Airbnb Host I would be able to do that and would expect nothing less from a hotel, especially when listed available in their hotel info book"
Josephine 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The Ayre Hotel
Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it there."
Warren 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Albert Hotel
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 10 days ago
The Orkney Hotel
Karrawa Guest House

Karrawa Guest House

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect stay! Conveniently located a 15min walk from Kirkwall centre, and plenty of free parking at the property. The room was spacious, well furnished, clean, and a comfortable bed. Fyona was an excellent host; warm and friendly full of knowledge. Breakfast was delicious, setting up perfectly for whatever the day brought."
Andrew 4-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Karrawa Guest House
Ferry Inn Stromness

Ferry Inn Stromness

10/10 Excellent
"Restaurant quality food in the pub and great selection of drinks was an added bonus."
Roger 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Ferry Inn Stromness
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
The Royal Hotel Stromness

The Royal Hotel Stromness

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was very convenient for a stay off the ferry from Scrabster. It was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful."
Thomas 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
The Royal Hotel Stromness

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.
Why should I book my Rousay hotel through Hotels.com?
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