Beach Hotels & Resorts in Thurso from NZ$150

Known for its bars, Thurso offers a lot for the traveller planning a getaway.

Northern Sands Hotel is a top beach hotel offering 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges, located within a short 10-minute walk of Dunnet Bay Beach . Salmon Landings is another good option to stay near the beach.

Choose from one of Expedia’s 20 hotels in Thurso for your beachside break.

Plan your trip to the beach with this snapshot of the seasons in Thurso: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Thurso is 918 mm.

After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you’re eager to check out the beaches, head to Strathy Bay or Farr Beach for some relaxation by the water. Treat your taste buds to the area’s bars, and make time for local attractions such as Scrabster Ferry Terminal and Dunnet Bay Beach. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Dunnet Head Lighthouse or Castle of Mey.

Here’s some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Thurso with ease. The closest major airport is in Wick (WIC), located 18.4 mi (29.5 km) from the city centre. To see more of the larger area, take a train from Thurso Station. You can take a ferry across the water to see more of the region.