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Northern Sands Hotel
3 stars

Northern Sands Hotel

Dunnet, Thurso, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
Thurso, United Kingdom
See location+44 184 785 1300
From
£97
Cheapest

rate per night

8.8
Very good
based on 1088 reviews
1,088 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room
£97
Standard Room
£143
Deluxe room
£153
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Situated in the countryside, Northern Sands Hotel is just a short drive from The Castle Gardens of Mey. It also features a ticket service, free Wi-Fi and a tour desk.

The hotel has 12 rooms offering all the essentials to ensure an enjoyable stay.

Northern Sands Hotel provides an on-site bar, where guests can enjoy a drink either indoors or alfresco on the outdoor terrace. Meals can be enjoyed on the restaurant's open terrace.

Wick Airport is under a 40-minute drive from the hotel. Duncansby Head and Braal Castle are a short car ride from the property.

Rating
8.8
Very good
Based on 1,088 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Northern Sands Hotel

Wed 7/5
Thu 8/5
Classic room
1 king bed
£97
1 king bed
£118
1 king bed
£125
Standard Room
bed type unknown
£143
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
£153
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Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.
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Amenities at Northern Sands Hotel

  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Darts
  • Horse riding

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Key access

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Northern Sands Hotel

8.8
Very good
1088 verified ratings
Wonderful
769
Very good
188
Good
89
Okay
21
Fair
14
Mediocre
3
Poor
4

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, friendly and helpful staff, and the quality of the restaurant. While some mentioned issues with bed comfort and room size, the overall experience was positive, with many guests expressing their desire to return.
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Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Restaurant9 out of 10
Bed Comfort3.5 out of 10
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Location

Dunnet, Thurso, KW14 8XD

What's nearby

  • Dunnet Bay Beach1.3 mi
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse3.7 mi
  • Castle of Mey4.6 mi
  • Dounreay Nuclear Power Station14.7 mi
  • Strathnaver Museum30.2 mi
  • Farr Beach31.7 mi
  • Torrisdale Beach32.9 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 10:30

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Northern Sands Hotel

Low season

March

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

£129

Average price (weekend night)

£143
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 56% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Northern Sands Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Northern Sands Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Northern Sands Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and October.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Northern Sands Hotel, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Northern Sands Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £143, while the most expensive was £143.
  • How long should you stay at Northern Sands Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Northern Sands Hotel

  • Where is Northern Sands Hotel located?

    Northern Sands Hotel is located at Dunnet, 6.8 miles from the centre of Thurso. Dunnet Bay Beach is the closest landmark to Northern Sands Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Northern Sands Hotel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 10:30 at Northern Sands Hotel.

  • Does Northern Sands Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Northern Sands Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Northern Sands Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Northern Sands Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Northern Sands Hotel from the airport?

    Northern Sands Hotel is 14.4 miles from Wick. Northern Sands Hotel is 28 miles from Kirkwall Arpt.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Northern Sands Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Northern Sands Hotel in Thurso and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Northern Sands Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Northern Sands Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.9

Distance to city centre

6.8 mi

Nearest airport

Wick

Distance to airport

14.4 mi

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