Scrabster Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A harbor with various boats docked, a hillside in the background, and buildings along the shore.
A large cargo ship docked at a port with cranes and a building in the background.
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A nighttime view of a river reflecting city lights.
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A grassy hill with a circular stone structure at the top.
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A large cruise ship docked at a pier with a lighthouse in the background.
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Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Thurso Scotland
The price is NZ$1,163 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$1,163
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach holiday home in Thurso. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Scrabster Ferry Terminal and Wolfburn Distillery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"I had a most delightful stay. Getting to the ferry in the AM was a breeze. Lovely views of the harbor. Everything was clean and inviting. Would most definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.
Manor House

Manor House

3 out of 5
6th Janet Street Thurso Scotland
The price is NZ$206 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$206
3 Oct - 4 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (171 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay! The beds are comfortable and there’s a nice restaurant and bar downstairs. A bunch of musicians came in with fiddles, guitars and drums. They entertained us with songs and stories in the evening."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

Manor House
Castletown Hotel

Castletown Hotel

3 out of 5
Main Street Thurso Scotland
The price is NZ$219 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$219
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (480 reviews)
"Always good. Would definitely recommend especially for the food"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Castletown Hotel
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Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.

Thurso Scotland
Stay at this beach holiday home in Thurso. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Scrabster Ferry Terminal and Wolfburn Distillery ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"I had a most delightful stay. Getting to the ferry in the AM was a breeze. Lovely views of the harbor. Everything was clean and inviting. Would most definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Bungalow with sea-view, near small town of Thurso.
Amazing NC500 Croft House. Perfect for couples and families

Amazing NC500 Croft House. Perfect for couples and families

Thurso Highland Council
Stay at this cottage in Thurso. Enjoy a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Strathy Bay and Sgeir an Eilean are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Amazing location
"Fabulous property, beautiful location and plenty of fresh air and wellbeing walks. Scenery stunning. Cottage incredibly cosy, and lovely to return to every evening. Everything we needed was provided."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2024

Amazing NC500 Croft House. Perfect for couples and families
The view rivals anywhere, it’s amazing.

The view rivals anywhere, it’s amazing.

Reiss, near Wick
Stay at this cottage in Wick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Loch of Wester and Castle Sinclair Girnigoe are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Absolutely loved our stay here.
"Absolutely loved our stay here. The cottage is in an excellent location with stunning views from the big window. Perfect base for exploring the area.Alex was lovely, and full of helpful information."

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

The view rivals anywhere, it’s amazing.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Activities

Just one step

Scotland Trips

NZ$46
per adult
Scotland Trips
2 hour private surf lesson!

2 hour private surf lesson! (Up to 2 people)

NZ$388
per traveller
2 hour private surf lesson! (Up to 2 people)
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Cities near Scrabster

A row of traditional houses with sloped roofs and stone walls.

Thurso

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