Title: Northern Sands Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Northern Sands Hotel Beach hotel with 2 restaurants and bars/lounges ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/d6388633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Games room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/301351df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/3decd083.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/6c13619c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/ed127e4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Northern Sands Hotel overlooks Dunnet Bay, offering relaxation and entertainment. Guests enjoy meals at two restaurants with local cuisine. The garden is a peaceful retreat, and the arcade offers lively fun. Visitors appreciate the attentive staff. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Housekeeping - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services £95 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=5118528&PinnedHotelID=5118528&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Single Room, 1 Single Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/f291c0fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room, 1 Single Bed 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews ### Highlights Heating Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Blackout curtains Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 54 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ![Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/72ea6e35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room, Garden View 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Blackout curtains Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 75 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed ![Classic Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/9d80e9c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double or Twin Room 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews ### Highlights Heating Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Blackout curtains Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 54 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ![Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/c46b14bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed 8.6 Excellent 7 reviews ### Highlights Heating Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Blackout curtains Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 54 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/d1f51c9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom 10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Heating Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Blackout curtains Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle - 75 sq ft - Hill view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5120000/5118600/5118528/4e6f6228.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premier Double Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View 10.0 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Free cots/infant beds Smart TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Select Comfort bed Blackout curtains Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker - 75 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThurso-Hotels-Northern-Sands-Hotel.h5118528.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThurso-Hotels-Northern-Sands-Hotel.h5118528.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Thurso, Northern Sands Hotel is near the beach. Mary-Ann's Cottage and Caithness Broch Centre 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Thurso travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thurso.dx6023216) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.62135%2C-3.34386&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JpPmHh6NHv2RVPg-8SbfjNzjBCw=) Dunnet, Dunnet Head, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8XD ### What's nearby - Dunnet Bay Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Mary-Ann's Cottage - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles - Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles - Castle of Mey - 11 min drive - 6.9 miles - Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 11.8 miles ### Getting around - Thurso Station - 15 min drive - Wick (WIC) - 29 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Northern Sands - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Reel - ‬10 min drive - ‪Logan’s Bar - ‬1 min walk ## 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), luggage storage and meeting rooms - Tour/ticket information, a banquet hall and smoke-free property - 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 ## 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 - Housekeeping (daily) - 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 - 1 building - 1 floor - Banquet hall - 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 provided ### 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 within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## 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 This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as Northern Sands Hotel Northern Sands Hotel Thurso Northern Sands Thurso Northern Sands Northern Sands Hotel Hotel Northern Sands Hotel Thurso Northern Sands Hotel Hotel Thurso ## 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 29 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northern Sands Hotel on 1 Nov 2025 start from £95.00, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thurso-Hotels-Northern-Sands-Hotel.h5118528.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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 Scrabster Ferry Terminal are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? 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