Canisbay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Canisbay War Memorial
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Canisbay War Memorial
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Kirkstyle This ruin on the north side of the Canisbay graveyard could perhaps be part of the old Slayel Distillery, which functioned somewhere along this stretch of coast.
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Mackays Hotel Wick

Mackays Hotel Wick

3 out of 5
Union Street Wick Scotland
The price is £126 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
£126
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Wick Heritage Centre and Old Wick ...
9/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
The staff were lovely and we particularly enjoyed the personal interest shown by the owner. Food very good too. Room clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Mackays Hotel Wick
Pentland

Pentland

3 out of 5
Princes Street Thurso Scotland
The price is £81 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
£81
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (377 reviews)
Bed was comfy and shower was good. Room was noisy though as there was single glazing.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Pentland
Norseman Hotel

Norseman Hotel

3 out of 5
Riverside Wick Scotland
The price is £94 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
£94
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (330 reviews)
Nice staff clean rooms ..Amenities could use update

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Norseman Hotel
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The Servants Quarters - UK46339

The Servants Quarters - UK46339

Canisbay, near John O’ Groats
Stay at this cottage in Wick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gills Bay Ferry Port and Caithness Broch Centre are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
No bother and very good hosts.
No bother and very good hosts.

Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

The Servants Quarters - UK46339
Wick Bay Apartments

Wick Bay Apartments

3 out of 5
Wellington Avenue Wick Scotland
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Pulteney Distillery and Wick Heritage ...
Wick Bay Apartments
Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .

St Margaret's Hope, Orkney Scotland
Stay at this cottage in South Ronaldsay. Enjoy laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Hoxa Tapestry Gallery and Sand of Wright are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Well equipped and very cosy Near to the Post office/shop and pub.Well situated for journeys out to all the interesting areas of Orkney. Highly recommended and beautifully situated.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Unique Seaside Cottage in a picturesque village .
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Popular places to visit

Duncansby Head featuring rocky coastline

Duncansby Head

Enjoy superb coastal walks and marvel at the views from this headland located at the most northeasterly point of mainland Britain.

Duncansby Head
Castle of Old Wick, Wick, Scotland Built in the 12th century by old Norse vikings.

Old Wick Castle

You can learn about the history of Wick with a stop at Old Wick Castle. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Old Wick Castle

Gills Bay Ferry Port

Explore the waterfront in Wick with a trip to Gills Bay Ferry Port. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Gills Bay Ferry Port

John O' Groats Signpost

You can learn about the history of John o' Groats when you stop by John O' Groats Signpost. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

John O' Groats Signpost

Duncansby Stacks

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Duncansby Stacks during your travels in Wick. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Duncansby Stacks

Caithness Broch Centre

You can study the exhibits at Caithness Broch Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to John o' Groats. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Caithness Broch Centre

Things to do

2 hour private surf lesson!

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

£150
per traveller
2 hour private surf lesson! (Up to 2 people)
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Cities near Canisbay

Keiss Castle - north of Wick, Highland, Scotland

Wick

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