Castletown Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star eco-certified hotel with free WiFi

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Exterior
Beach nearby, white sand
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Bar (on property)
Reception
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
Main Street, Castletown, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8TP
  • Popular LocationDunnet Bay Beach14 min walk
  • Popular LocationScrabster Ferry Terminal10 min drive
  • Popular LocationDunnet Head Lighthouse12 min drive

Room options

Double Room

9.6/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

10/10 Exceptional
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Classic Single Room

9.1/10 Wonderful
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room (1 Adult)

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room Single Use (Single use)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.8/10 Excellent
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Thurso

In historical district.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find The Green and Castlehill Heritage Center. Also, Dunnet Bay Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Dunnet Bay Distillery is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Dunnet Bay Beach - 14 min walk
  • Dunnet Bay Distillery - 5 min drive
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 12 min drive
  • Castle of Mey - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Thurso Station - 9 min drive
  • Inverness (INV) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Castletown Hotel

3-star eco-certified hotel with free WiFi
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the eco-certified Castletown Hotel. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Castletown Hotel was completed in June 2020.

This 3-star Thurso hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Castletown Hotel offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. This Thurso hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

Castletown Hotel
Castletown Hotel Thurso
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Hotel Castletown
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Castletown Hotel Hotel Thurso

Frequently asked questions

How close is Castletown Hotel to the airport?

Castletown Hotel is 15.3 mi (25-min drive) away from the Wick (WIC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Castletown Hotel?

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castletown Hotel on May 28, 2024 start from $111.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Castletown Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Castletown Hotel.

How close is Castletown Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Dunnet Bay Beach and 5.5 mi (8-min drive) from Thurso Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Castletown Hotel offer free breakfast?

Castletown Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Castletown Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Castletown Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Castletown Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Castletown Hotel have a pool?

Castletown Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Castletown Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Castletown Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Castletown Hotel to downtown Thurso?

Castletown Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Castletown.

Castletown Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 351 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 351 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mary, BRAMBLETON

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here. Each staff member is friendly, kind, and helpful. A generous breakfast was included, and they accomodated me by serving me before hours. Housekeeping tidied my room between check in/out. Castletown Hotel is a great place to stay!

10/10 Excellent

mary, BRAMBLETON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary, BRAMBLETON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are the very best
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary, BRAMBLETON

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff are great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was nothing that i could fault. Everyone was helpful and friendly and it was such a lovely place, quiet and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary, BRAMBLETON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing and the food is good. The rooms are quiet and nicely decorated.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Saul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Mattress terrible. Needs to be replaced. Towels in bad shape, frayed edges, old.