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Castletown Hotel

3.0 star property
Thurso hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Beach nearby, white sand
Reception
Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
Interior
Located in the heart of the historical district, Castletown Hotel offers a welcoming retreat with breakfast and dinner at Main Restaurant. Explore arcade games or unwind on the terrace while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Arcade/games room
  • Library
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is £90
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun

Room options

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Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Sofa bed - double
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Single Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Superior Double or Twin Room (1 Adult)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Classic Double Room Single Use (Single use)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Main Street, Castletown, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8TP

What's nearby

  • Dunnet Bay Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dunnet Bay Distillery - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Castle of Mey - 17 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Wick (WIC) - 25 min drive
  • Kirkwall (KOI) - 109 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 153 min drive
  • Thurso Station - 9 min drive
  • Georgemas Junction Station - 15 min drive
  • Scotscalder Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Commercial - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Top Joes - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Y not bar + grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Station Hotel Thurso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Robins - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Castletown Hotel

When you stay at Castletown Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Scrabster Ferry Terminal. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Main Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Arcade/games room
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Main Restaurant – This family restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Bar Lounge – This bar specialises in local and international cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 27 December.
The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Castletown Hotel
Castletown Hotel Thurso
Castletown Thurso
Hotel Castletown
Castletown Hotel Hotel
Castletown Hotel Thurso
Castletown Hotel Hotel Thurso

Frequently asked questions

Is Castletown Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between 24 December and 27 December.

Does Castletown Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Castletown Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Castletown Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Castletown Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Castletown Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Castletown Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, fishing and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Castletown Hotel also has an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Castletown Hotel?

Yes, Main Restaurant offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around Castletown Hotel like?

Castletown Hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Dunnet Bay Beach and 5 minutes' walk from The Green.

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Castletown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bathroom
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with a great selection and generous portions. (23 reviews)
  • High-quality meals were served at reasonable cost with excellent service. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Amazing stay at Castletown Hotel, would highly recommend to others! Very clean, staff were lovely, food was amazing! Best stay we had along our NC500 journey.
2-night trip

10/10

Decent breakfast and fresh food/fruits. Clean and helpful staff.
1-night trip

8/10

This hotel was amazing the staff couldnt do enough for the guests. Food was brilliant and huge portions. I wouldnt hesitate to return to this hotel.
2-night trip

8/10

This was a pleasant stay. Evening meal and breakfast was great. Good value for money. Room was small and needed updating. Our room needed a new matress. Staff were excellent. Would recommend
1-night trip

8/10

Overnight stop for NC500, lovely staff, great food and drinks. Definitely recommended.
1-night trip

10/10

Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Hotel decorated and furnished to a fine standard. Wonderful value. A real cosy stay for me.
3-night trip

8/10

Room was nice and clean, staff were very friendly and helpful.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent, affordable, great location
3-night trip

10/10

Comfy clean room Friendly staff Value for money Yummy breakfast
2-night trip

10/10

Nice , clean room. Food was excellent.
1-night trip

10/10

Great Staff . Excellent food , very well presented and large portions
1-night trip

10/10

Great
1-night trip

10/10

Great location, friendly staff and excellent free breakfast.
2-night trip

10/10

Great staff. Very welcoming
1-night trip

10/10

Enjoyable stay. Not far from Thurso. Very nice buffet full breakfast.
2-night trip

8/10

Good as usual, staff are great, will stay again.
4-night trip

6/10

located close to the NC500 route, stopped there for the night
1-night trip

8/10

Staff were very helpful and friendly
1-night trip

10/10

Good,nice clean room with excellent shower.Food in evening restaurant and also breakfasts was superb with a wide choice.Very friendly helpful staff
2-night trip

10/10

The folks at Castletown Hotel really looked after me again this week, will definitely be staying again.
4-night trip

8/10

Lovely stay. Friendly staff. Excellent food. Room could do with a full length mirror.
3-night trip

10/10

Just the right place to stay. Central to Thurso, John o Grotes and Wick. Meals great. Staff great. Breakfast a bonus.
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay, clean room, good parking and great meal and breakfast. I would recommend this hotel to all, just a short drive out of Thurso.
1-night trip

10/10

A fantastic place to stay, staff were so friendly and helpful. The room was superb and spacious. The food choice and quality was exceptional. Very reasonably price for food and drinks. Would have no hesitation in recommending it and will stay there again, hopefully soon.
1-night trip

8/10

Best full amazing breakfast in Scotland! Very friendly courteous staff. Nice and clean room and restaurant. Fast wifi. Quick check in and out.
1-night trip