John O Groats
Places to stay in John O Groats, Highlands
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John O Groats is a small town at the northeastern tip of mainland Scotland, in Caithness. The landscape is open moorland and coastline, and the settlement itself is built around its role as the northern terminus of the A838, one of Britain's longest roads. The town is known chiefly for this geographic position and its ferry link to Orkney.
Where to stay in John O Groats(4)
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Accommodation options include several B&Bs and a hotel. The Anchorage B and B and Puffin Cottage are both small guesthouses, while Hamnavoe B&B offers a further option. The Seaview John O Groats Hotel is the larger establishment in the town. For those with caravans or tents, North Keiss Camper Site and John O'Groats Caravan and Camping Site provide pitches nearby.
Things to Do in John O Groats
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The town's principal draw is its position at the northern point of mainland Britain. The Ferry to Orkney departs from the harbor, and walking along the coastal paths affords views across the Pentland Firth toward the islands.
Where to Eat in John O Groats(1)
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Cafe Groats serves meals and refreshments in the town centre.
Attractions Near John O Groats
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9 mi
Tomb of the Eagles
The Orkney Isles · ⭐ 4.6
9 mi
Seadrift-Dunnet Visitor Centre
Wick · ⭐ 4.5
14 mi
Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Museum
The Orkney Isles · ⭐ 4.8
Caithness Sea Coast
Wick · ⭐ 4.9
16 mi
Thurso Beach
Thurso · ⭐ 4.0
16 mi
Fossil and Heritage Centre
The Orkney Isles · ⭐ 4.6
17 mi
Orkan Adventures
The Orkney Isles · ⭐ 5.0
24 mi
The Pier Arts Centre
The Orkney Isles · ⭐ 4.7
Camping in John O Groats(2)
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Self-Catering Cottages in John O Groats
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Watermill Cottages
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £483
John O’ Groats - Horseman’s Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 6
Pentland Escapes - The Servants Quarters
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £367
Pentland Escapes - The Old Stables
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £367
Harrow Lodges John O’Groats
2 cottages · from £587
Mey Bee
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £363
The Byre
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £571
The Stable
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £561
Common questions about John O Groats
How many campsites are there in John O Groats?
We list 2 campsites in and around John O Groats, of which 2 take tents.
Which campsites in John O Groats have electric hook-up?
1 of the 2 campsites we list in John O Groats offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in John O Groats?
We list 4 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around John O Groats.
Where can I eat in John O Groats?
We list 1 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around John O Groats.
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