Top Guest Houses John o' Groats
Sanderlay Guest House
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
- Golf course
- Garden area
Providing 8 rooms, the 3-star Sanderlay Guest House Kirkwall is around a 25-minute walk from Kirkwall Marina. A car park is provided on site.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. The rooms have an electric kettle for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi for entertainment.
Sanderlay Guest House
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
- Golf course
- Garden area
Sanderlay Guest House
Providing 8 rooms, the 3-star Sanderlay Guest House Kirkwall is around a 25-minute walk from Kirkwall Marina. A car park is provided on site.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. The rooms have an electric kettle for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi for entertainment.
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Guest favorite
Bank Guest House
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
The 4-star Bank Guest House Wick offers quick access to the night Waterfront Club, located nearly a 5-minute walk away.
There are 2 rooms with a seating area. Some of them offer a satellite TV, along with coffee and tea making equipment. Guestrooms are outfitted with a modern-style interior. Private bathrooms come with a power shower and a separate toilet as well as a hairdryer and towels.
Bank Guest House
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
Bank Guest House
The 4-star Bank Guest House Wick offers quick access to the night Waterfront Club, located nearly a 5-minute walk away.
There are 2 rooms with a seating area. Some of them offer a satellite TV, along with coffee and tea making equipment. Guestrooms are outfitted with a modern-style interior. Private bathrooms come with a power shower and a separate toilet as well as a hairdryer and towels.
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Great deal
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Beach access
Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Live entertainment
The comfortable 3-star Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar Hotel Wick, situated fairly close to The Wick Heritage Museum, entices guests with a nightclub and a golf course. Located a mere 300 metres from Ebenezer Street, this Wick guest house features 24-hour security.
Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar Hotel welcomes guests to 4 rooms fitted with ironing facilities as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with hair dryers and bath sheets, are offered in the bathrooms. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at this Wick hotel.
Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Live entertainment
Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar
The comfortable 3-star Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar Hotel Wick, situated fairly close to The Wick Heritage Museum, entices guests with a nightclub and a golf course. Located a mere 300 metres from Ebenezer Street, this Wick guest house features 24-hour security.
Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar Hotel welcomes guests to 4 rooms fitted with ironing facilities as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with hair dryers and bath sheets, are offered in the bathrooms. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at this Wick hotel.
John o' Groats Guest Houses Cheap
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Popular choice
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Beach access
The Bridge Helmsdale
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Garden area
Situated around 5 minutes' walk from To The Unknown Artist, the comfortable The Bridge Helmsdale Hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. Area attractions, including The Emigrants, are located just near the 3-star hotel.
Overlooking the garden, the 12 rooms are appointed with ironing equipment, as well as modern facilities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom. A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and a shower cap, are featured in the bathrooms.
The Bridge Helmsdale
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Garden area
The Bridge Helmsdale
Situated around 5 minutes' walk from To The Unknown Artist, the comfortable The Bridge Helmsdale Hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and a charging station for electric vehicles on site. Area attractions, including The Emigrants, are located just near the 3-star hotel.
Overlooking the garden, the 12 rooms are appointed with ironing equipment, as well as modern facilities such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom. A separate toilet and a shower, along with a hairdryer and a shower cap, are featured in the bathrooms.
Runa Guest House
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Heating
- Garden area
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Runa Guest House Twatt sits a 10-minute drive from RSPB Scotland Marwick Head nature reserve. This hotel entices guests with private parking, available on site.
Appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the comfortable rooms at the Runa Guest House have private bathrooms and separate bedrooms. In addition, there is a fridge, an oven, and kitchenware for self-catering purposes. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with such comforts as a dryer and towels are also featured. The rooms have a view over the garden.
Runa Guest House
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Heating
- Garden area
Runa Guest House
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Runa Guest House Twatt sits a 10-minute drive from RSPB Scotland Marwick Head nature reserve. This hotel entices guests with private parking, available on site.
Appointed with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, the comfortable rooms at the Runa Guest House have private bathrooms and separate bedrooms. In addition, there is a fridge, an oven, and kitchenware for self-catering purposes. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with such comforts as a dryer and towels are also featured. The rooms have a view over the garden.
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Top location
A Castle View B&B
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Garden area
Overlooking the garden, the fantastic A Castle View B&B Wick is located 2.5 km from Caithness Broch Centre Monument. The beautiful garden at this 3-star guest house features an outdoor seating.
The allergy-free rooms at this Wick hotel are furnished with a carpeted floor, and include Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms also feature a private bathroom. Bathrooms are fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet as well as a hair dryer and towels.
A Castle View B&B
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Garden area
A Castle View B&B
Overlooking the garden, the fantastic A Castle View B&B Wick is located 2.5 km from Caithness Broch Centre Monument. The beautiful garden at this 3-star guest house features an outdoor seating.
The allergy-free rooms at this Wick hotel are furnished with a carpeted floor, and include Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms also feature a private bathroom. Bathrooms are fitted with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet as well as a hair dryer and towels.
Guest Houses in John o' Groats With Parking
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Beach access
Holborn Hotel
- Restaurant
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
The 2-star Holborn Hotel Thurso offers proximity to Episcopal Church Of St Peter And The Holy Rood, situated only 0.9 km away. This Thurso hotel features 7 rooms and comforts such as luggage storage and a restaurant.
Some rooms provide tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a multi-channel television to help you enjoy your stay.
Holborn Hotel
- Restaurant
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Ironing facilities
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Garden area
Holborn Hotel
The 2-star Holborn Hotel Thurso offers proximity to Episcopal Church Of St Peter And The Holy Rood, situated only 0.9 km away. This Thurso hotel features 7 rooms and comforts such as luggage storage and a restaurant.
Some rooms provide tea and coffee-making facilities as well as a multi-channel television to help you enjoy your stay.
Polrudden
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Golf course
- Garden area
Featuring views of the city, the 3-star Polrudden Hotel Orkney is located 14 minutes' walk from Orkney Wireless Museum.
Polrudden
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Golf course
- Garden area
Polrudden
Featuring views of the city, the 3-star Polrudden Hotel Orkney is located 14 minutes' walk from Orkney Wireless Museum.
Forse Of Nature
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
The comfortable 3-star Forse Of Nature Latheron hotel offers access to Clan Gunn Museum, which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, this Latheron hotel also has amenities such as a gift shop.
The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms featuring a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. You can enjoy views of the garden.
Forse Of Nature
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
Forse Of Nature
The comfortable 3-star Forse Of Nature Latheron hotel offers access to Clan Gunn Museum, which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, this Latheron hotel also has amenities such as a gift shop.
The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms featuring a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. You can enjoy views of the garden.
Guest Houses John o' Groats City Centre
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Flotnar Hus - Newbuild B&B
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Golf course
- Garden area
The comfortable Flotnar Hus - Newbuild B&B Keiss provides proximity to Kiess Harbour, which is situated only 650 metres away. The 3-star guest house also includes private parking.
Each of the 4 rooms is furnished with sound-proof windows, featuring an ironing set. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower. The private bathrooms feature hair dryers and towels. You can enjoy views of the sea.
Flotnar Hus - Newbuild B&B
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Golf course
- Garden area
Flotnar Hus - Newbuild B&B
The comfortable Flotnar Hus - Newbuild B&B Keiss provides proximity to Kiess Harbour, which is situated only 650 metres away. The 3-star guest house also includes private parking.
Each of the 4 rooms is furnished with sound-proof windows, featuring an ironing set. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower. The private bathrooms feature hair dryers and towels. You can enjoy views of the sea.
Kindale House
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
Merely 1.2 km from The Emigrants, the comfortable 3-star Kindale House Hotel Helmsdale includes 2 rooms. Also, you can use street parking nearby.
The accommodation welcomes guests to the spacious rooms with comforts such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with an electric kettle. The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms. Appointed with a separate toilet and a shower, the spacious bathrooms feature hair dryers and bath sheets.
Kindale House
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Heating
Kindale House
Merely 1.2 km from The Emigrants, the comfortable 3-star Kindale House Hotel Helmsdale includes 2 rooms. Also, you can use street parking nearby.
The accommodation welcomes guests to the spacious rooms with comforts such as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with an electric kettle. The rooms are fitted with private bathrooms. Appointed with a separate toilet and a shower, the spacious bathrooms feature hair dryers and bath sheets.
Impala Guest House
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
Located about 20 minutes' walk from The Wick Heritage Museum, the comfortable Impala Guest House Wick includes 5 rooms with views of the garden.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. The rooms have an electric kettle for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi for entertainment.
Impala Guest House
- Free parking
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden area
Impala Guest House
Located about 20 minutes' walk from The Wick Heritage Museum, the comfortable Impala Guest House Wick includes 5 rooms with views of the garden.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower. The rooms have an electric kettle for self-catering along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi for entertainment.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Salmon Landings
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
Salmon Landings Hotel Strathy Point has 4 rooms and is located 6 km from Strathy Beach. Parking is available on site at this guest house.
Salmon Landings
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
Salmon Landings
Salmon Landings Hotel Strathy Point has 4 rooms and is located 6 km from Strathy Beach. Parking is available on site at this guest house.
Royal Oak Guesthouse
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
The comfortable Royal Oak Guesthouse Orkney, located nearly a 20-minute walk from Kirkwall Marina, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. There is also private parking.
The hotel has 8 rooms appointed with a TV set, as well as self-catering options such as an electric kettle. The rooms include a private bathroom. Guests can use a separate toilet and a shower, along with bath sheets.
Royal Oak Guesthouse
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
Royal Oak Guesthouse
The comfortable Royal Oak Guesthouse Orkney, located nearly a 20-minute walk from Kirkwall Marina, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. There is also private parking.
The hotel has 8 rooms appointed with a TV set, as well as self-catering options such as an electric kettle. The rooms include a private bathroom. Guests can use a separate toilet and a shower, along with bath sheets.
Ensuite Rooms
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
The comfortable 3-star Ensuite Rooms Wick hotel offers access to Noss Head Headland, which is located approximately 5 km away.
Guestrooms offer a sitting area and a dining area, along with a writing table for guests' comfort. Here you can enjoy a refrigerator, an oven, and kitchenware. Offering such amenities as a hairdryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower.
Ensuite Rooms
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
Ensuite Rooms
The comfortable 3-star Ensuite Rooms Wick hotel offers access to Noss Head Headland, which is located approximately 5 km away.
Guestrooms offer a sitting area and a dining area, along with a writing table for guests' comfort. Here you can enjoy a refrigerator, an oven, and kitchenware. Offering such amenities as a hairdryer and bath sheets, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower.
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Private beach
Waterfront House
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun loungers
Waterfront House Hotel Finstown is a great place in a beach area of Finstown, which stands 6 km from Maeshowe Museum. Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property and private parking is provided on site.
Comprising a dressing area and a living room, the rooms at the Waterfront House are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, there is a personal safe, a minibar and coffee/tea making facilities provided. Bathrooms feature a spa bathtub and a separate toilet along with hair dryers and bath sheets. Rooms come with a view of the sea.
Waterfront House
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun loungers
Waterfront House
Waterfront House Hotel Finstown is a great place in a beach area of Finstown, which stands 6 km from Maeshowe Museum. Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property and private parking is provided on site.
Comprising a dressing area and a living room, the rooms at the Waterfront House are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, there is a personal safe, a minibar and coffee/tea making facilities provided. Bathrooms feature a spa bathtub and a separate toilet along with hair dryers and bath sheets. Rooms come with a view of the sea.
Karrawa Guest House
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Ironing facilities
- Sun terrace
The comfortable 3-star Karrawa Guest House Kirkwall offers proximity to Saint Magnus Cathedral, situated only 1.4 km away. Guests can indulge in this Kirkwall guest house's garden, accompanied by an outdoor seating.
Each of the 7 rooms is equipped with ironing equipment as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. There is also a private bathroom. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets.
Karrawa Guest House
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Luggage storage
- Ironing facilities
- Sun terrace
Karrawa Guest House
The comfortable 3-star Karrawa Guest House Kirkwall offers proximity to Saint Magnus Cathedral, situated only 1.4 km away. Guests can indulge in this Kirkwall guest house's garden, accompanied by an outdoor seating.
Each of the 7 rooms is equipped with ironing equipment as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. There is also a private bathroom. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets.
Grainbank Mews
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Garden area
The 3-star Grainbank Mews Hotel Kirkwall offers guests access to the serious Highland Park Distillery, which is 25 minutes' walk away. The guest house also includes a charging station for electric vehicles.
The rooms include soundproof walls, along with such modern comforts as a television. The rooms include a private bathroom. Guests will make use of a hair dryer and bath sheets in bathrooms equipped with a separate toilet and a shower.
Grainbank Mews
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Garden area
Grainbank Mews
The 3-star Grainbank Mews Hotel Kirkwall offers guests access to the serious Highland Park Distillery, which is 25 minutes' walk away. The guest house also includes a charging station for electric vehicles.
The rooms include soundproof walls, along with such modern comforts as a television. The rooms include a private bathroom. Guests will make use of a hair dryer and bath sheets in bathrooms equipped with a separate toilet and a shower.
Sea Breeze - Sea Scape View
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden area
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Sea Breeze - Sea Scape View Hotel Keiss is 10 minutes' drive from Sinclair's Bay.
The rooms are equipped with coffee and tea makers, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' comfort. The private bathrooms offer a separate toilet and a shower. This property offers rooms with views of the sea.
Sea Breeze - Sea Scape View
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden area
Sea Breeze - Sea Scape View
Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Sea Breeze - Sea Scape View Hotel Keiss is 10 minutes' drive from Sinclair's Bay.
The rooms are equipped with coffee and tea makers, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' comfort. The private bathrooms offer a separate toilet and a shower. This property offers rooms with views of the sea.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Guest Houses in John o' Groats, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Sanderlay Guest House |
8.8 / 10 (480 Reviews) |
From 81$ | |
| Bank Guest House |
8.6 / 10 (657 Reviews) |
From 90$ | |
| Harbour Bridge, Camps Bar |
7.9 / 10 (459 Reviews) |
From 75$ | |
| The Bridge Helmsdale |
8.2 / 10 (1050 Reviews) |
From 100$ | |
| Runa Guest House |
9.4 / 10 (98 Reviews) |
From 109$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which guest houses in John o' Groats are best for family-friendly stays?
The Karrawa Guest House and Bank Guest House both offer family-friendly services like travel cots and high chairs. They cater to families exploring the Orkney Islands and the Highlands.
Choose Bank Guest House for its spacious rooms, which can comfortably accommodate families of four or more, especially during weekends.
What guest houses near historical sites in John o' Groats should I consider?
Runa Guest House and Polrudden are both near Orkney's historical landmarks such as Skara Brae and the Standing Stones of Stenness. These locations make for perfect day trips.
Start your historical tours early in the day to avoid crowds, especially at Skara Brae, and consider a packed lunch for an uninterrupted exploration.
Which guest houses are ideal for those looking to explore coastal areas?
Forse Of Nature and Salmon Landings are excellent choices for guests who enjoy coastal views and activities. Both offer easy access to Sinclair's Bay and Farr Beach.
Visit Farr Beach during low tide to explore tide pools and enjoy a quieter experience earlier in the morning.
Are there budget-friendly guest houses in John o' Groats?
The Bank Guest House and Sanderlay Guest House offer affordable rates while providing modern amenities. They are popular among visitors for their value.
Book your stay during the off-peak season, which is typically from late October to March, for the best rates and availability.
What guest houses with cooking facilities should I consider?
Runa Guest House and Ensuites Rooms provide self-catering facilities for guests. These options are perfect for families or those preferring to prepare meals.
Stop by the local grocery store in Kirkwall to stock up on fresh produce to make your meals extra enjoyable during your stay.
Which guest houses in John o' Groats offer breakfast?
Karrawa Guest House and Waterfront House serve hearty breakfasts made from local produce, setting you up for a day of exploration.
Try the full Scottish breakfast option at Karrawa for an authentic taste of the region to kickstart your day.
Where can I find guest houses with views in John o' Groats?
Salmon Landings and Forse Of Nature are guest houses known for their beautiful scenic views, particularly of the North Sea.
Request a room with a sea view when booking at Salmon Landings to enhance your stay with stunning ocean sights.
What unique local events should I plan for when visiting John o' Groats?
The Orkney Folk Festival in May celebrates local music and culture with performances in various venues across Orkney. It's a great way to experience local traditions.
Book accommodations in advance, as hotels fill up quickly for the festival, especially those near Kirkwall.
How do I get around John o' Groats efficiently?
Buses connect John o' Groats to nearby towns, and taxis are available for convenience. Renting a bike is also a popular way to explore the scenic surroundings.
Take the bus to nearby Wick, which has more frequent services and is a lovely town for exploring local shops and dining options.
What should I know about the best time to visit John o' Groats?
The best time to visit is during the summer months of June to August when the weather is milder, and local attractions are fully open. This is peak season for tourists.
Try to book your accommodations at least three months in advance for summer visits to secure the best options and rates.