About this property
Northern Sands Hotel is situated in the village of Dunnet, 3 km from Dunnet Head and 13 km from Thurso. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms are equipped with a HD Smart TV and feature private bathrooms with either a bath or shower, complimentary Scottish toiletries and a hairdryer. Northern Sands Hotel features free WiFi. A variety of menus are available throughout the day, all year round, using an extensive list of local produce. A full Scottish breakfast is provided. Guests can relax in the on site bar and guest lounge featuring a Sky TV. Activities in the local area include walking, running, surfing, wind surfing, horse riding and kite buggying. The family-run Dunnet Bay Distillery is a 1-minute walk away. John O Groats is 16 km from Northern Sands Hotel, while Kirkwall is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Wick Airport, 23 km from Northern Sands Hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
|---|---|---|
1 single bed | ||
2 single beds and 1 sofa bed or 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
2 single beds or 1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 single beds or 1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
Gary
United Kingdom“Everything! The plainness of the exterior does not reflect how good this place is. The staff were all consistently great, I suspect that's not an accident. Hotel and rooms are modern and bright as is the restaurant which we had a lovely meal at. A...”
Paul United Kingdom“Very comfortable , friendly staff,good value and excellent dinner and breakfast”- Hoberman United Kingdom“The room decor was very nice, lovely sheets too. Good mattress. Bathroom and shower excellent. I loved the hot chocolate provided at the tea making station.”
- Samuel United Kingdom“Staff were great, food was great, rooms were clean modern and exactly as advertised. Location was great 5 minuets from the beach. Couldn't fault anything.”
- Heather United Kingdom“Good location, nice bar, all staff friendly, lovely food in restaurant and good breakfast”
- Ron United Kingdom“Location excellent for local area and interesting walks from hotel. Room comfortable and food first class. Staff friendly and helpful. Will be returning soon.”
- Charles United Kingdom“Re-furnished and lovely staff. Good bar area and the food for dinner and breakfast was superb.”
- Andrew United Kingdom“The staff were polite, happy and very good at their jobs. The rooms were nice and clean with a good view. The bar had a wide range of beers, spirits and very clean. The restaurant was quick, tasty and good value for money. A very nice stay.”
- Ken United Kingdom“Dinner was excellent. Breakfast was good. The shower was good.”
- Richard United Kingdom“Friendly and efficient staff Spotless room Good nights sleep Good food”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Pentland Lounge
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
- Logan's Bar
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
- Links Restaurant
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
All bedrooms are on the first floor and accessed via stairs as there is no lift.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
