A 12-room hotel in Dunnet near Thurso, close to Dunnet Head and the North Coast 500, with an indoor pool and spa.
What's nearby
- Dunnet Bay Distillery next door
- Dunnet Bay Escapes 150m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
Details via Google — worth confirming with the hotel before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
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About Northern Sands Hotel
Dunnet's stretch of the north coast sits between wild headland and open sea, with Dunnet Head and the North Coast 500 route both within easy reach, and Northern Sands Hotel makes a solid base for exploring this corner of the Highlands. The surrounding area is given over to walking paths, fishing spots and stretches of coastline that reward a slow pace rather than a rushed one.
The hotel has 12 rooms, including family and accessible options, all with en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning, plus in-room drinks and a garden and outdoor seating area for taking in the setting. There's a restaurant and bar on site, breakfast is included, and packed lunches can be arranged for days out exploring the coast. An indoor swimming pool and spa/sauna add a reason to stay in when the weather turns, and free WiFi and free on-site parking cover the practical side of things.
Beyond the leisure facilities, the hotel handles weddings, with a bridal suite and meeting rooms also available for business use, and concierge services and luggage storage are on hand for guests passing through. Further afield, horse riding, pubs and restaurants sit nearby, making it easy to combine a quiet stay with days spent out on the North Coast 500 or along the headland at Dunnet Head.
Reception hours
- Monday
- 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Tuesday
- 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Wednesday
- 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday
- 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Friday
- 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday
- 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Guests mention this hotel offers spacious, modern, and clean rooms with comfortable beds, along with delicious food, including a highly praised full Scottish breakfast and gluten-free options. They also highlight the friendly, helpful, and accommodating staff, and appreciate the ample on-site parking and relaxing bar atmosphere.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Dunnet, Thurso
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Thurso