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About the Hotel

Traill Street, Thurso, United Kingdom, KW14 8EH
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Close to Thurso Beach
Nice
6.6
/10
1.7
2.9
/5

Located a mere 1.1 km from Thurso Bay Camping and Caravan Park, the 3-star Royal Thurso Hotel is approximately a 5-minute walk from Thurso Library and Gallery. The Hyde restaurant and the lounge bar are available at the hotel boasting an ideal location in Thurso.

Location

This hotel is situated in a coastal part of Thurso, a few moments from the Caithness Horizons Museum and Art Gallery. Thurso Castle is a mere 1.6 km from the accommodation, while Wick John O'Groats airport is 40 km from it.

Visit Boating Pond, within 5 minutes' walk of this Thurso hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United Kingdom. The property is within a 3-km distance of Holborn Head Lighthouse.

The nearest bus stop is Princess Street, located about a 5-minute walk away, and Thurso train station is merely 650 metres away.

Rooms

Some of the 103 air-conditioned rooms come with an electric kettle, and essentials such as individual climate control and an iron. Furnished with a study desk, these rooms have a mini-kitchen and a dining area.

Eat & Drink

The à la carte restaurant offers Scottish dishes accompanied by a friendly atmosphere. You can visit a restaurant situated close by and taste Asian cuisine.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Old Pulteney Distillery for a whisky tasting tour.
  • Explore the Thurso East surf spot for thrilling wave action.
  • Try the local seafood at The Captain's Galley for a fresh delight.
  • Stroll along the Thurso Harbour for stunning sunset views.
  • Discover the Caithness Horizons museum for local history treasures.
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Royal Thurso Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Heating
Twin Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
3 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Royal Thurso Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Nice
6.6/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Hairdresser
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps

Room features

  • Heating
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Royal Thurso Hotel Location

Traill Street, Thurso, United Kingdom, KW14 8EH
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Traill Street, Thurso, United Kingdom, KW14 8EH
Nearby
Museum
Caithness Horizons Museumand Art Gallery
900 ft
Library
Thurso Library & Gallery
1300 ft
Store
Coo's Tail Gallery
1800 ft
Restaurants
Robins Fish And Chip Shop
400 ft
15A Princes Street
Caffe Cardosi
1800 ft
1 Traill Street
Messy Nessy Playcentre Ltd
1500 ft
2 Rotterdam Street
Getting around
City Centre
Thurso4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Wick John O'Groats Airport (WIC)53 min  ·  21.9 mi
Kirkwall Airport (KOI)119 min  ·  49.1 mi
Train
Thurso Train Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
Thurso Railway Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Royal Thurso guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Romanian, Hindi
Year renovated:
2012
Number of rooms:
103
Former name
Royal

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Royal Thurso Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 1029 verified reviews
6.3/10
Nice
54%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.3/10
Comfort
7.3/10
Facilities
6.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.2/10
Location
8.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
5.9/10
Staff
8.1/10
Value for money
7.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 238 reviews
2.5/5
based on 2246 reviews
6.6/10
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