Helmsdale
Things to do in Helmsdale, The Highlands
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Helmsdale sits on the Highland coast, and if you're planning to stay, you'll find a solid choice of places. The Bridge Helmsdale (rated 4.6 from 177 reviews) and Kindale House (rated 4.8 from 47 reviews) both draw strong endorsements, while the Bannockburn Inn (rated 4.5 from 234 reviews) and Pipers Cave (rated 4.8 from 21 reviews) are also well regarded. The Belgrave Arms Hotel (rated 4.1 from 142 reviews) and Selkie House (rated 3.9 from 32 reviews) round out the accommodation options. For those travelling with a caravan or camper, Crakaig Seaside Caravan Site (rated 4.2 from 138 reviews) sits right by the water.
The main draw for visitors is Timespan (rated 4.4 from 360 reviews), an attraction that pulls in a steady stream of people. It's substantial enough to be a proper reason to stop, with a good volume of visitor reviews behind it. With a base of hotels all rated solidly in the mid-to-high range, Helmsdale works as a place to stay for a few nights while exploring this part of the coast, rather than somewhere you'd pass through in an afternoon.
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Attractions Near Helmsdale
All attractions in Helmsdale →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Helmsdale.
7 mi
Brora Beach
Brora · ⭐ 4.6
8 mi
Brora Heritage Centre
Brora · ⭐ 4.6
12 mi
Dunrobin Castle
Scotlands · ⭐ 4.7
19 mi
Portmahomack Beach
Tain · ⭐ 4.3
19 mi
Tarbat Discovery Centre
Tain · ⭐ 4.7
Dornoch Beach
Dornoch · ⭐ 4.8
Moray Motor Museum
Elgin
29 mi
Burghead beach
Elgin · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Helmsdale(1)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Helmsdale
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Farr
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £407
Owl Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £517
Lobster Ponds
5 bed · sleeps 10 · from £887
Sunrise
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £771
Sutherland Cabin
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £681
No.4 The Links Apartments
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £747
Links Apartment 8
2 bed · sleeps 4
Mirodon
4 bed · sleeps 6 · from £707
Common questions about Helmsdale
How many campsites are there in Helmsdale?
We list 1 campsites in and around Helmsdale, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Helmsdale?
We list 6 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Helmsdale.
What is there to do in Helmsdale?
We list 1 attractions and things to do in and around Helmsdale.
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