Sandras Backpackers

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 4-star24 Princes Street, Thurso, United KingdomShow on map

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Check-in from 12:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.7 out of 10, at 24 Princes Street.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Central Location in Thurso

Located in the heart of Thurso, Sandra's Backpackers provides a convenient base for exploring the UK's most northerly town.

Comfortable Accommodation with Entertainment

Experience a cozy stay in dorms and rooms equipped with TVs, double beds, or bunk beds. Relax in the common room with a wide-screen TV and DVD player.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Pets allowed
Hiking
Laundry
Luggage storage

Rooms

7.0

Good

Rated 7.0 out of 10 by 1,145 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness6.1
Service6.6
Location8.7
Rooms5.6
Amenities7.1
Value7.1
Food & drink7.6

Guests mention

Good locationFriendliness of staff

RoqueSpain
September 2026Solo traveller
Buen desayuno (europeo), con gran cantidad de productos. Recepcionista ok.
En el check inn no había nadie y hubo que esperar media hora. El agua de la ducha no se puede regular. La cama incómoda e inclinada.
gatou81France
September 2026Solo traveller
Rien
Chambres " cagibi" et non sécurisé car fenêtre rdc impossible à fermer, humide, mauvaises odeurs, cuisine à dispo très sale + état de la laverie inqualifiable.Lit de la chambre 1 en pente.
Comment pouvez vous…
SophieUnited Kingdom
September 2026Solo traveller
Broken bed, filthy kitchen, grumpy host.
Useful location near the Scrabster ferry and the Thurso train station, but that’s all that’s going for it.
I arrived just after midnight due to train problems and the host made it clear that he was not impressed,…
George FilippidesUnited Kingdom
September 2026Solo traveller
Very poor
Nothing
The room, the bed and matress , linen, pilow covers, toilet and shower accessories and cleanless
Barbara1976Italy
August 2026Couple
La posizione centrale, possibilità di usufruire della cucina e la colazione semplice
LyndaAustralia
August 2026Couple
As an overnight stay this was quite adequate snd comfortable.
Very central location which was great and well equipped kitchen.
Helpful and friendly staff
Actual room was comfortable and clean, but kitchen just felt a bit ‘sticky’ as though it needed a bit of a spruce up.

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

24 Princes Street, Thurso, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 8.7 out of 10 — fabulous.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 12:00 PM until 10:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Please let the property know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking or contact the property. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Sandras Backpackers

What time is check-in and check-out at Sandras Backpackers?

Check-in is from 12:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Sandras Backpackers allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Sandras Backpackers?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Sandras Backpackers have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

How do I book Sandras Backpackers?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Sandras Backpackers?

24 Princes Street, Thurso.

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