Northern Sands Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel near the beach
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Northern Sands Hotel

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Beach nearby
Point of interest
Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout curtains
3 bars/lounges
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Hill View

Overview of Northern Sands Hotel

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
The price is NZ$228
Price available on 27/4/2024

Explore the area

Map
Dunnet, Dunnet Head, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8XD
  • Popular LocationDunnet Bay Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationDunnet Head Lighthouse8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastle of Mey10 min drive
  • AirportWick (WIC)28 min drive
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Room options

Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Hill View

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 7 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 7 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Thurso

Located in Thurso, Northern Sands Hotel is near the beach. Mary-Ann's Cottage and Caithness Horizons are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Dunnet Head Lighthouse and Castle of Mey. Dunnet Bay Beach and Scrabster Ferry Terminal are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Dunnet Bay Distillery - 1 min walk
  • Dunnet Bay Beach - 10 min walk
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 8 min drive
  • Castle of Mey - 10 min drive
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Thurso Station - 15 min drive
  • Wick (WIC) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Northern Sands - 1 min walk
  • Castletown Fish & Chip Shop - 4 min drive
  • The Castle Town - 5 min drive
  • The Highlander Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • Highlander - 7 min drive

About this property

Northern Sands Hotel

Hotel near Dunnet Bay Beach
Located close to Mary-Ann's Cottage and Dunnet Head Lighthouse, Northern Sands Hotel provides a garden, an arcade/games room and 3 bars. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and local cuisine. Free in-room WiFi and a conference centre are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Northern Sands Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Select Comfort beds
  • Baths or showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • Logans Bar
  • Pentland Lounge
  • The Links

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • Building
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: GBP 70 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Northern Sands Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Northern Sands Hotel?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northern Sands Hotel on 27 Apr 2024 start from NZ$227.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Northern Sands Hotel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Northern Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Northern Sands Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Northern Sands Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM-10:00 PM on request. A fee of GBP 70 per vehicle applies.

Where is Northern Sands Hotel located?

Situated in Thurso, this beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Dunnet Bay Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mary-Ann's Cottage and Dunnet Head Lighthouse. Castle of Mey and Caithness Horizons are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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