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Northern Sands Hotel

3 stars
8.8
Very good
based on 1282 reviews
1,282 reviews
Dunnet, Thurso, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
Dunnet, Thurso
+44 184 785 1300
Fri 9/10
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Sat 10/10
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

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.

8.8
Very good
1282 reviews

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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

Reviews of Northern Sands Hotel

8.8
Very good
1282 verified ratings
Wonderful
896
Very good
244
Good
98
Okay
32
Fair
11
Mediocre
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Poor
4

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location, friendly and helpful staff, and high-quality breakfast offerings. Many reviews highlighted the comfort and cleanliness of the rooms, with several guests mentioning spacious accommodations. The restaurant and evening meals received positive feedback for both quality and value. While a few guests noted minor issues such as small bathrooms, inconsistent wifi, or limited breakfast options, the overall sentiment was very positive, with most guests enjoying their stay and recommending the hotel.
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Service10 out of 10
Location10 out of 10
Breakfast9.5 out of 10
Restaurant9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Alistair, Jun 2026
Lovely hotel with comfortable modern rooms, great food and friendly staff. Ten minutes from the shorter cheaper ferry to Orkney. What's not to like?
10
Wonderful
Alistair, Mar 2026
Lovely hotel with comfortable modern bedrooms great food and friendly staff. Conveniently situated 20 mins from each of the Orkney Ferries. Love it!

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

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July
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£144
£127
Cheapest month to stay with an average 35% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% rise in price.
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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 July and March.
  • 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 Sunday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Northern Sands Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £102, while the most expensive was £102.
  • How long should you stay at Northern Sands Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

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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Distance to airport

8.7
6.8 mi
Kirkwall Arpt
28.0 mi

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