About this property
The newly refurbished Mey Hotel is a 19th-century coaching inn and Visit Scotland award winning hotel just 8 miles from John O'Groats, in the village of Mey. It offers free WiFi in the lounge bar (not high speed broadband but enough for emails etc) and there is free parking on-site. Set in 5 acres of open land, the building is surrounded by beautiful Scottish scenery with extensive routes to enjoy. A variety of seabirds can be spotted around The Mey Hotel, wider local Area and nearby coves to explore along the coast. After seeing the local area, guests can relax in the bar. Other amenities for guests include a lounge with a flagstone fireplace, and you can also admire views of Dunnet Head, the Pentland Firth, and the Orkney Islands. Rooms are newly decorated, with an en suite bathroom, free toiletries, a flat-screen TV, and tea and coffee making facilities (if you require fresh milk then please bring this with you on arrival). Our hotel is a 200 yr old building. It is not a modern 5 star hotel in a city centre. We have limited internet (you are on holiday). Sometimes the weather/climate makes it seem colder, the room are centrally heated and do not have individual controls but we do provide additional blankets and other items. The welcome will be warm and the food will be cooked fresh for you but we also have limited staff and have to know if advance of any requests. allergies , additional requirements. We are a husband and wife team of 2 and provide a personal warm and friendly service. But we are not a city centre hotel with unlimited staff and need to work to set timings for breakfasts, dinners, check-ins and checks-outs etc. If any of this is an issue then we would politely ask you to book elsewhere.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mardi
Canada
“We have stayed here several times and needless to say really enjoyed our visit. The warmth and genuine hospitality is great. The evening meal was first class ..and decor really cost and Scottish” - Tony
United Kingdom
“Good friendly service and a welcoming environment. A modern clean room. The restaurant has a good choice of delicious food at reasonable prices.” - Elisabeth
United Kingdom
“Food was delicious, hosts and staff were excellent, room was tastefully decorated.” - Alison
Australia
“Location was excellent for ferry to Orkney and the Castle of Mey and Dunnet Heads and Jon O Groats. Food was amazing for both dinner and breakfast. Service was exceptional” - Louise
United Kingdom
“The staff were incredibly accommodating. Able to provide gf/df food for dinner and breakfast. Extremely friendly staff. Beautiful facilities. Gorgeous bedspread and highland coo hot water bottles. Quiet location.” - Ann
United Kingdom
“Fantastic property and owners, who went the extra mile to accommodate us. Highly recommend staying here .” - Detlef
Germany
“Very warm welcome, delicious food, lovingly decorated room. The location is ideal for an overnight stay before taking the ferry to Orkney.” - Karen
New Zealand
“What a great home away from home feel... Emma & Euan totally go above and beyond. The hospitality was top notch and more! Highly recommend staying here as everything was just fabulous!” - Giulia
Italy
“Lovely cottage in the middle of the northest part of the Scotland, nearby Duncansby cliffs.” - Michael
Australia
“Lovely room, very clean and well maintained. Cosy bar to enjoy a drink, lovely meal in the restaurant. Staff very good.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineScottish • Seafood
- Open forDinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 10 years are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Free WiFi is only available in the lounge bar.
Payment for the accommodation will be taken from your credit card on the day of arrival and all meals and drinks must be paid daily.
Kindly note the guest is liable for any damages, additional cleaning, or lost keys during their stay, and will be charged a fee if necessary.