Guest house
 Holborn Hotel

Beach

16 Princes Street, Thurso, KW14 7BQ, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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7.7
Good
362 reviews

Everything was clean and comfortable. Staff were very pleasant. The breakfast was very good. Hot shower, comfy bed.

Paul United Kingdom

Because of ongoing train unavailability, I had to leave by bus too early in the morning, so missed breakfast. I believe I could have had a sandwich pack made up, but I forgot to ask. All Mea culpa. Excellent dinner in the hotel's restaurant!!

Craig United Kingdom

The breakfast was brilliant … great choice of options and the produce on the plate for the cooked breakfast were delicios

Rosemary United Kingdom

The staff were wonderful!! very friendly, helpful and nothing was any trouble for them. Dinner & breakfast we’re first class.

Edward United Kingdom

Room was small but comfortable Dinner was very good pub fare Breakfast - full cooked was offered I was only in the mood for toast and tea which was plentiful

Laura United Kingdom

Friendly helpful staff, found somewhere for my bike, good breakfast, meal in the bar was also good.

Neil United Kingdom

Excellent location, polite friendly staff, food was awesome.

James United Kingdom

Well located, clean and comfortable room, towels and hairdryer provided, kettle teas & coffees available in the room. Very friendly and helpful reception staff. Plus breakfast was great as well.

Aleksandra United Kingdom

This was a room in a pub as such it was excellent. Unfortunately on Sunday the restaurant was not open---I'm sure it would have been excellent. The Breakfast was superb.. Very good bar.

John United Kingdom

Breakfast very good, Room comfortable but a tiny bit small. Staff very friendly, beer good. Didn't have time for dinner due to train times.

Anthony United Kingdom
7.7
Good
362 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Everything was clean and comfortable. Staff were very pleasant. The breakfast was very good. Hot shower, comfy bed.”
    Paul Paul United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Because of ongoing train unavailability, I had to leave by bus too early in the morning, so missed breakfast. I believe I could have had a sandwich pack made up, but I forgot to ask. All Mea culpa.”
    Craig Craig United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The breakfast was brilliant … great choice of options and the produce on the plate for the cooked breakfast were delicios”
    Rosemary Rosemary United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The staff were wonderful!! very friendly, helpful and nothing was any trouble for them. Dinner & breakfast we’re first class.”
    Edward Edward United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Room was small but comfortable Dinner was very good pub fare Breakfast - full cooked was offered I was only in the mood for toast and tea which was plentiful”
    Laura Laura United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Friendly helpful staff, found somewhere for my bike, good breakfast, meal in the bar was also good.”
    Neil Neil United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Excellent location, polite friendly staff, food was awesome.”
    James James United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Well located, clean and comfortable room, towels and hairdryer provided, kettle teas & coffees available in the room. Very friendly and helpful reception staff. Plus breakfast was great as well.”
    Aleksandra Aleksandra United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “This was a room in a pub as such it was excellent. Unfortunately on Sunday the restaurant was not open---I'm sure it would have been excellent. The Breakfast was superb.. Very good bar.”
    John John United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast very good, Room comfortable but a tiny bit small. Staff very friendly, beer good. Didn't have time for dinner due to train times.”
    Anthony Anthony United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.5
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money7.7
  • Location8.4
  • Free WiFi8.2

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This property is 4 minutes walk from the beach. The Holborn is a family run hotel situated in Thurso, a 5-minute walk to the beach. It offers en suite bedrooms with tea and coffee making facilities, TV and free Wi-Fi.

The hotel is also within walking distance to the town centre, river walks and quaint harbour areas. The Castle of Mey and the Orkney Ferry Terminal are all nearby.

The hotel‘s restaurant, The Red Pepper, serves an à la carte menu in the evenings. During the day, a bar meal is available at Bar 16 which boasts a jukebox and a pool table.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

Holborn Hotel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 9 Jun 2010.

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Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

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Closest beach

  • Thurso Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    300 yards from property

Guest reviews

7.7
Good · 362 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff8.6
  • Facilities7.5
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money7.7
  • Location8.4
  • Free WiFi8.2

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paul
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Everything was clean and comfortable. Staff were very pleasant. The breakfast was very good. Hot shower, comfy bed.”
  • C
    Craig
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Because of ongoing train unavailability, I had to leave by bus too early in the morning, so missed breakfast. I believe I could have had a sandwich pack made up, but I forgot to ask. All Mea culpa. Excellent dinner in the hotel's restaurant!!”
  • Rosemary
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The breakfast was brilliant … great choice of options and the produce on the plate for the cooked breakfast were delicios”
  • Edward
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “The staff were wonderful!! very friendly, helpful and nothing was any trouble for them. Dinner & breakfast we’re first class.”
  • Laura
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Room was small but comfortable Dinner was very good pub fare Breakfast - full cooked was offered I was only in the mood for toast and tea which was plentiful”
  • Neil
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Friendly helpful staff, found somewhere for my bike, good breakfast, meal in the bar was also good.”
  • James
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Excellent location, polite friendly staff, food was awesome.”
  • Aleksandra
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Well located, clean and comfortable room, towels and hairdryer provided, kettle teas & coffees available in the room. Very friendly and helpful reception staff. Plus breakfast was great as well.”
  • John
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “This was a room in a pub as such it was excellent. Unfortunately on Sunday the restaurant was not open---I'm sure it would have been excellent. The Breakfast was superb.. Very good bar.”
  • Anthony
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Breakfast very good, Room comfortable but a tiny bit small. Staff very friendly, beer good. Didn't have time for dinner due to train times.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Is there a shuttle available to get to the closest beach nearby? What are the other transportation options?
    Thurso Beach is just a 5 min walk or Taxis are available if required.
    Answered on 11 October 2019
  • How can I get to the closest beach from the property?
    5 min walk to Thurso Beach
    Answered on 11 October 2019
  • Do you accept pets?
    Unfortunately we do not accept pets.
    Answered on 18 February 2020

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Property surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
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What's nearby
  • The Castle Gardens of Mey
    11.2 miles
Beaches in the neighbourhood
  • Thurso Beach
    300 yards
  • Dunnet Beach
    5 miles
Closest airports
  • Wick John O’Groats Airport
    18 miles
  • Kirkwall Airport
    33.5 miles
  • Westray Airport
    56.2 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Facilities of Holborn Hotel

Most popular facilities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
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Check-in

14:00 - 22:00

Check-out

07:00 - 10:00

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prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children aged 2 years and above are considered adults at this property.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the room you choose. Please check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Holborn Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

FAQs about Holborn Hotel

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from Holborn Hotel.

  • Yes, Holborn Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at Holborn Hotel include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Single

  • Check-in at Holborn Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Holborn Hotel is 150 yards from the centre of Thurso.

  • Holborn Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Beach

  • The prices at Holborn Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.