The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

Bed and breakfast, 3-starThe Hawthorns, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8XH, Thurso, United KingdomShow on map

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Exceptional

One of our highest-scored stays, according to its guests.

Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Exceptional locationGuests rate the location 9.6 out of 10, at The Hawthorns, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8XH.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Scenic Garden Views Wake up to the stunning vistas of the garden at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast. Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access to share your experiences with loved ones.

Delicious Full Breakfast Begin your day with a mouth-watering full breakfast served daily. Indulge in a variety of options to fuel your adventures in Thurso.

Convenient Amenities Feel at home in the 5 well-appointed guestrooms featuring modern amenities like refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. With free self-parking available, exploring nearby attractions such as Castle of Mey and Gills Bay Ferry Port is a breeze.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast? Book now for an unforgettable stay.

What this place offers

Free breakfast
Smoke-free property
Free self parking
Free full breakfast
Food and water bowls
Free WiFi
Garden
Luggage storage

Rooms

9.8

Exceptional

Rated 9.8 out of 10 by 58 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness9.6
Service10.0
Location9.6
Rooms9.6
Amenities9.6
Value10.0
Food & drink10.0

Guests mention

Friendly hostsComfortable stay

Annette
October 2025
Hosts very friendly and helpful. We had everything we needed and more besides. Lovely spot on the north coast of Scotland and very handy for the Gills Bay ferry to Orkney
Harry
October 2025
A superb stay, the hosts could not have been better- went over and above.
Parking, facilities all good.
Richard
August 2025
A friendly, comfortable and well appointed B&B.
We felt very much at home straightaway from the hosts’ effusive welcome. The room was well appointed and comfortable with everything required. The shower was great and breakfast very good. Great to have ample, on site…
Christian
July 2025
Perfect for families with pets
Great hosts and great hotel, perfect for people with dogs
John
July 2025
Breakfast was very good. The hosts were very personable and made every effort to meet our needs where possible. There was a very small fridge in the room. There was also a communal lounge .
The bathroom was very small…
Graeme
June 2025
This was just an overnight after driving up from Dornoch and getting on the ferry to Orkney at Gills Bay the next morning. However Eilean and Graeme greeted us in the parking area and helped us move into our room.…

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 January 2026.

Where you’ll be

The Hawthorns, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8XH, Thurso, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 9.6 out of 10 — exceptional.

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 4:00 PM until 09:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

No children

Pets allowed on request; charges may apply

No smoking anywhere on the property

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available

General. Gloves are available to guests

General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

General. Cashless transactions are available

General. Masks are available to guests

Accessibility. No elevators

General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

General. Staff wears personal protective equipment

Pets. Pets allowed

General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General. Social distancing measures are in place

General. Professional property host/manager

General. Protective clothing is available to guests

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Pets. Service animals are allowed

General. Masks are compulsory at the property

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.

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
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 The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast

What time is check-in and check-out at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in is from 4:00 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 The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast allow pets?

Yes — the property states that pets are allowed. Size, number and fee are set by the property rather than by us, so say you're bringing a pet when you book and we'll confirm the terms before anything is charged.

Is there parking at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Is breakfast included at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast have Wi-Fi?

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

How do I book The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast?

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 The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast?

The Hawthorns, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8XH, Thurso.

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