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Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Thurso

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Interior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lounge
Breakfast area
Exterior
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel sits in the city center, offering a welcoming atmosphere where guests connect in common areas. The smoke-free property provides practical amenities including in-room WiFi and laundry facilities, making it a convenient base for urban adventures.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Tomorrow

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
TV
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
Princess Street, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 7BQ

What's nearby

  • North Coast Visitor Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Thurso Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Dunnet Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 21 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Thurso Station - 6 min walk
  • Wick (WIC) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Joes - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Captain's Galley - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Grove Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Y-Not Bar and Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Property highlights
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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

Property is also known as

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel Thurso
Sandra's Backpackers Thurso
Sandra's Backpackers
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel Thurso
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandra's Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel on 21 Oct 2025 start from NZ$184.13, 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 Sandra's Backpackers Hostel?

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sandra's Backpackers Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sandra's Backpackers Hostel located?

Situated in Thurso, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of UHI North Highland - Environmental Research Institute, North Coast Visitor Centre and Thurso Library. Thurso Beach and UHI North Highland - Thurso Campus are also within 1 mile (2 km). Thurso Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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