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On the banks of the River Thurso in the village of Halkirk, this hotel is a 10-minute drive from Thurso town center. It is built from Caithness stone, and has free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. Once a blacksmith’s workshop, the bar at Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso offers a range of drinks and has a 42-inch plasma TV. A full cooked breakfast is provided each morning, and lunch and evening meals are served in Anglers Nook. All rooms are provided with free local toiletries and locally baked biscuits, as well as tea & coffee making facilities, flat-screen satellite tv & desk space. A handful of our Deluxe Double Rooms have a lovely view over looking the River Thurso, these can be requested if preferred. The nearby town of Thurso is the most northerly on Scotland’s mainland. Thurso Golf Club is 5 miles from Ulbster Arms, and Thurso Rail Station is 6 miles away. Please note, pictures shown are not a representation of all rooms, if you are looking for a room in particular please make a request on booking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Halkirk
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Shane
    Canada Canada
    The lodges were brand new and staff were very accommodating.
  • George
    United States of America United States of America
    Cozy and comfortable, great restaurant for dinner, excellent breakfast.
  • Robert
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful older hotel in village of Halkirk and a 15 minute drive to Thurso. Most clients there for fishing on the River Thurso next to the hotel - nice walks. Very well maintained and wonderful breakfast!

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Ambience
      Romantic

Amenities of Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/out
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso

  • Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso is 1,650 feet from the center of Halkirk. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding
    • Live sports events (broadcast)

  • Yes, Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Guests staying at Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • The prices at Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Ulbster Arms Hotel near Thurso has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant