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Recommended hotels in Thurso

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1. The View by BIDE Hotels

The View by BIDE Hotels
2.0 star property
Thurso
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Great location and big room"
United Kingdom
Tobi
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The View by BIDE Hotels
A table set for dining with wine glasses and cutlery.

2. Park Hotel

Park Hotel
3.0 star property
Thurso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (481 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here each time I’ve come to Scotland. The only hotel I’ve stayed in more than once. You’re central to just about anywhere you’d like to go in the area. The folks who work there are the best of the best. Rooms are clean, all appliances work, bathrooms are huge, big windows, a fabulous bath & water pressure to write home about. Cannot recommend highly enough!"
Canada
Sara
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Park Hotel
A large, white, multi-story building surrounded by dense green forest.

3. Forss House Hotel

Forss House Hotel
4.0 star property
Thurso
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (241 reviews)
"This place is special. It's like checking into a royal house and getting the royal experience for a couple of days. The house itself gives you a very warm feeling, and dinner experience was very fancy, following all the rules. They also have a great collection of whiskeys. All in all, we loved living the dream."
United States
Yigal
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Forss House Hotel
A stone building with a garden in front, including a bench and chairs.

4. Pentland

Pentland
3.0 star property
Thurso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (446 reviews)
"For a one night stop over before the ferry this was great. Fantastic breakfast and great staff"
United Kingdom
David
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Pentland
A bedroom with two beds, a stone wall, a window, and a mirror.

5. Manor House

Manor House
3.0 star property
Thurso
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (181 reviews)
"Great property next to river and walking path. Live music in pub was a real treat."
United States
machel
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Manor House
A living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a table, a guitar, and a ship decoration on the wall.

6. Greenland House B&B

Greenland House B&B
4.0 star property
Castletown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"Nice and clean B&B, free parking and sufficient breakfast"
Netherlands
Jan
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Greenland House B&B
A beach with wet sand and scattered rocks under a partly cloudy sky with the sun setting or rising.

7. Northern Sands Hotel

Northern Sands Hotel
3.0 star property
Thurso
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Perfect stay after getting off the ferry at Gills Bay. Well appointed rooms and fantastic breakfast"
Canada
Denise
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Northern Sands Hotel
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a door, and a window.

8. Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
2.0 star property
Thurso
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Wayne is super helpful! lovely stop for a nice, clean lodge."
United Kingdom
Haihan
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Celtic Lodges
A building with a sign for 'Sandras Snack Bar & Takeaway' offering pizzas, teas, coffees, and various meals.

9. Sandra's Backpackers Hostel

Sandra's Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Thurso
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (39 reviews)
"Would stay again "
United Kingdom
Dian
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sandra's Backpackers Hostel
A modern living room with a sofa set, a TV, and a dining area.

10. Beautiful, spacious, one bedroom apartment, 5 minutes walk to the town centre.

Beautiful, spacious, one bedroom apartment, 5 minutes walk to the town centre.
Thurso
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Beautiful, spacious, one bedroom apartment, 5 minutes walk to the town centre.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

11. 8 Achnabat

8 Achnabat
3.0 star property
Thurso
The price is £505
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
8 Achnabat
A beach with the sun setting over the ocean, creating a silhouette of clouds against the sky.

12. Castletown Hotel

Castletown Hotel
3.0 star property
Thurso
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (488 reviews)
"Clean room , great staff"
United Kingdom
mark
The price is £81
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Castletown Hotel
A room with two armchairs facing a window overlooking a beach. A small table with a magazine is in front of the window.

13. Bettyhill Hotel

Bettyhill Hotel
3.5 star property
Thurso
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (415 reviews)
"Lovely location of hotel. Food amazing amd staff very friendly. Would stay again."
United Kingdom
Tina
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Bettyhill Hotel
A building entrance with a 'Vacancies' sign, a doormat, and a 'B&B' sign on the right.

14. Bank Guest House

Bank Guest House
4.0 star property
Wick
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (152 reviews)
"The staff and place are lovely"
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Bank Guest House
A coastal scene with waves crashing against rocks, a lighthouse, and a grassy hill in the background.

15. Norseman Hotel

Norseman Hotel
3.0 star property
Wick
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (374 reviews)
"Friendly staff, pleasant room, amazing breakfast, great with dogs"
United Kingdom
Andrea
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Norseman Hotel
A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

16. Harbour House Bed & Breakfast

Harbour House Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Wick
7.8 out of 10, Good, (151 reviews)
"Location, breakfast brought into room, parking easy"
United Kingdom
John
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Harbour House Bed & Breakfast
A cozy kitchen with wooden walls, a dining area with a view, and a small stove.

17. Sleeps 2, Pet Friendly, Free Parking

Sleeps 2, Pet Friendly, Free Parking
3.0 star property
Halkirk
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"We loved our stay. I wish had booked more than one night. The cabin was cozy and perfect place to stay. We’re instantly were comfortable and able to relax. We enjoying watching the Coos and the northern lights. "
United States
Stacey
Sleeps 2, Pet Friendly, Free Parking
A historic building with a prominent tower and multiple chimneys, located at a street corner with a view of a river.

18. Mackays Hotel Wick

Mackays Hotel Wick
3.0 star property
Wick
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, super dog friendly too!!"
United Kingdom
ANN
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Mackays Hotel Wick
A neatly made bed with a grey blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden door, and a window with curtains.

19. Broadhaven Road

Broadhaven Road
3.0 star property
Wick
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
"Very nice, clean room, had lovely tea/coffee making facilities and very comfortable bed. Quiet location"
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Broadhaven Road
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Learn more about Thurso

Surfers flock to Thurso East for world-class waves while history buffs explore the ruins of Old St Peter's Church. Visit nearby Dunnet Head, the northernmost point of mainland Britain, for dramatic cliff views and seabird colonies.

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A beach with seaweed, a church, and houses in the background.

Top reviews in Thurso

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a door, and a window.
Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges

Celtic Lodges
Thurso

10/10 Excellent

Wayne is super helpful! lovely stop for a nice, clean lodge.
United Kingdom
Haihan
Reviewed October 3, 2026
Celtic Lodges

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Thurso?

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What is a motel?

Motels often include free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Motels in the US boomed after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Thurso?

Here are a few cheaper accommodations to book in Thurso. Manor House - Hotel Bettyhill Hotel - Hotel Castletown Hotel - Hotel Park Hotel - Hotel Pentland - Hotel

What things can I to do in Thurso?

Those visiting Thurso have good things to say about the bars. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Dunnet Bay Beach, Castle of Mey and Thurso Beach. Some historical places you might want to see include Dunnet Head Lighthouse, Old St Peter's Kirk and Holburn Head. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Scrabster Ferry Terminal, Dunnet Bay Distillery and Mary-Ann's Cottage.

What's the seasonal weather like in Thurso?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Thurso to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Thurso is 918 mm.

What are my options for getting around Thurso while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Thurso to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Wick (WIC), which is located 18.4 mi (29.5 km) away from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Kirkwall (KOI), which is 33.3 mi (53.6 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Thurso Station. You can take a ferry to see more of the region.

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