Northern Sands Hotel

3 stars
8,9
Very good
based on 1302 reviews
1 302 reviews
Dunnet, Thurso, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
Dunnet, Thurso
+44 184 785 1300
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Sun 1/11
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.

8,9
Very good
1302 reviews

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R3 380
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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
  • Cable or satellite TV

Reviews of Northern Sands Hotel

8,9
Very good
1302 verified ratings
Wonderful
910
Very good
246
Good
97
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11
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4

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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
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Breakfast9.5 out of 10
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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 Beach2.1 km
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse5.9 km
  • Castle of Mey7.5 km
  • Dounreay Nuclear Power Station23.7 km
  • Strathnaver Museum48.6 km
  • Farr Beach51.1 km
  • Torrisdale Beach53 km

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

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FAQs when booking at Northern Sands Hotel

  • Where is Northern Sands Hotel located?

    Northern Sands Hotel is located at Dunnet, 11 km 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 23,2 km from Wick. Northern Sands Hotel is 45,1 km from Kirkwall Arpt.

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Distance to airport

8,7
11,0 km
Kirkwall Arpt
45,1 km

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