Northern Sands Hotel

3 stars
8.8
Very good
based on 1271 reviews
1,271 reviews
Dunnet, Thurso, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
Dunnet, Thurso
+44 184 785 1300
Sat 19/9
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Sun 20/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Northern Sands Hotel is situated in Dunnet and offers free Wi-Fi. It also features a ticket service and a tour desk.

The hotel has 12 rooms offering all the essentials to ensure an enjoyable stay.

Northern Sands Hotel has an on-site restaurant, perfect for guests who wish to eat in. The in-house bar provides a relaxing setting for an evening drink.

Wick Airport is under a 40-minute drive from the hotel. The Castle Gardens of Mey is a 10-minute car ride away.

8.8
Very good
1271 reviews

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Sat 19/9
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C$ 181
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Classic room, bed type unknown
C$ 181
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C$ 187
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Deluxe room, bed type unknown
C$ 323
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 270
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Standard Room, bed type unknown
C$ 272
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Classic room, 1 king bed
C$ 278
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C$ 330
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Classic room, 1 king bed
C$ 283
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Northern Sands Hotel

  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries

Reviews of Northern Sands Hotel

8.8
Very good
1271 verified ratings
Wonderful
885
Very good
240
Good
98
Okay
31
Fair
11
Mediocre
2
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4

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel’s friendly and helpful staff, excellent food, and relaxed atmosphere. Many highlighted the quality and variety of breakfast, as well as the convenient and peaceful location near the beach and ferries. The restaurant received high marks for both dinner and breakfast. While most found the rooms comfortable and clean, a few mentioned issues with bed comfort and room amenities. Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and would recommend the hotel for its service, food, and location.
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Service10 out of 10
Restaurant9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Breakfast9 out of 10
Bed Comfort5 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 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:30 AM

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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 4:00 PM and check-out time is 10:30 AM 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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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.7
11.0 km
Kirkwall Arpt
45.1 km

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