Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel
About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel in John O Groats offers family rooms with private entrances. Each room includes a bed, wardrobe, and TV. Guests enjoy sea, garden, or landmark views. Modern Facilities: The hostel provides free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, and dining area. Additional amenities include a bath, tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, and electric kettle. Convenient Location: Located 15 mi from Wick John O’Groats Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Sinclair's Bay (11 mi) and The Castle Gardens of Mey (6.8 mi). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its host, room comfort, and bed comfort, the hostel ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Good free Wifi (49 Mbps)
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Andrew
United Kingdom
“The host is a friendly elderly gentleman, who looked after me well with plenty of useful advice (eating out, buses etc). In spite of the incorrect information on Booking.com about the breakfast, he offered me something for the morning.” - Sheri
United States
“It was more like staying in a cozy room at a friends house than a hostel. Such a comfortable bed! And he was very communicative before I arrived.” - Orion
United Kingdom
“Gordon was really friendly and very helpful. Place was in a great location.” - Lesley
Canada
“Well located, friendly owner, comfortable bed, use of kitchen.” - Michal
Israel
“The owner is a lovely man, always sings to himself and in a good mood, it is contagious🙂 The room is simple but clean, comfy and warm. The shared bathroom is nice and the kitchen is very much stocked and really easy to prepare any meal. The...” - Benjamin
United Kingdom
“Gordon was very welcoming, even gave us a lift to the nearest restaurant as it was about to close, would definitely stay again :)” - Carolyne
United States
“The property was conveniently located for catching the ferry to Orkney Island. The owner/manager was very kind. We appreciated that he drove us to the ferry.” - Samantha
United Kingdom
“Fab host, very welcoming, sorted our dinner reservation and gave us some recommendations on places to go and see. Super dog friendly which is always a plus for me.” - Annabelle
United Kingdom
“Staff were very friendly, breakfast was fantastic, position for ferry to Orkney was great. The family room was just what we needed and the cost was reasonable.” - Anita
United Kingdom
“We loved the awesome welcome and hospitality of the host Mr. Gordon. Even though he doesn't do a custom breakfast, he was happy to go the extra mile and get us what we asked for. Overall a very good experience.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
A Continental breakfast is included in the cost of the room and a cooked breakfast is available for an additional charge.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.