The Ferry Inn, Thurso ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Scrabster, Thurso, United Kingdom

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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2 persons

Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Single Room

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1 person

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1 Single bed

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One-Bedroom Apartment

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1 Double bed

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City Centre

Thurso 2.6 km

Airports

Wick John O'Groats (WIC) 38.4 km

Kirkwall (KOI) 82.2 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dinner!

“The meal at the Upper Deck restaurant was fantastic, with each dish expertly prepared and bursting with flavor.” view full review

Easy Parking!

“Parking was conveniently available right in front of the hotel, allowing for a relaxed check-in and check-out process.” view full review

Spacious & Comfortable

“Our room was impressively spacious, featuring a high ceiling that created a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.” view full review

Relaxed Breakfast!

“The breakfast hours were perfect, allowing us to enjoy a leisurely meal before catching the early ferry, with each plate beautifully and deliciously presented.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Smoke detectors

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Children

Cots
Children's menu

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Location

Scrabster, Thurso, United Kingdom

Map view

Scrabster, Thurso, United Kingdom

City landmarks

Museum

Caithness Horizons Museumand Art Gallery

2.6 km

Wilson Lane

Old St Peter's Church

2.6 km

Henderson Park Thurso Enterprise Park

Original Wolfburn Distillery

2.4 km

Store

Coo's Tail Gallery

2.5 km

Library

Thurso Library & Gallery

2.7 km

Thurso KW14 8HW

Harold's Tower Mausoleum

3.7 km

Thurso Bay

10.1 km

Holborn Head

156.3 km

Nearby

Lighthouse

Holburn Head Lighthouse

40 m

Restaurants

The Upper Deck Restaurant

10 m

At the Ferry Inn

Ferry Inn

10 m

Restaurant

The Captain's Galley Seafood Restaurant

155.7 km

The Harbour

Captain's Galley

155.7 km

Restaurant

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great view

Friendly staff

Pricing odd

Limited dining options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.3

Location

9.3

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Arthur

United Kingdom, April 2024

8.6/10

I had a lovely stay at the hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms and very friendly staff. The location was great, right by the pier, and it was convenient for exploring the surrounding area. The dining experience was good, with hot and tasty dishes but some aspects left to be desired. Overall, a pleasant and enjoyable experience.

Rooms

9.0

The room was clean and comfortable with a great view over to Thurso.

Service

9.0

The staff went out of their way to cater to us, making our stay very pleasant.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic, offering a great view over the harbor and being right at the ferry wharf.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with nice haddock dishes, but some pricing aspects were odd and not practical.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were sufficient for a comfortable stay.

Great view

Pricing odd

Martin

United Kingdom, June 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers comfortable rooms with a nice view of the harbor, although some late-night commercial traffic and flood lights can be a bit distracting. The service was welcoming and very helpful, and the location is perfect for catching the ferry to the Orkneys. The dining options, while substantial, can be slow at times. Overall, it's a convenient choice for travelers looking to explore the area.

Rooms

8.0

The room was comfortable with a nice view of the harbor, spacious, clean, and had everything we needed.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, making us feel welcome and showing a genuine interest in our plans.

Location

9.0

The hotel's proximity to the ferry terminal for Orkney makes it an excellent choice for those catching early morning ferries. The bustling atmosphere of the ferry port adds to the experience.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered substantial meals with a variety of choices. However, service could be slow, potentially causing delays for travelers rushing to catch the ferry.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel is well set up with a restaurant next door, providing convenience for guests looking for dining options.

David

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.2/10

I truly enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The rooms were actually very nice with a wonderful view over the docks and port, although they needed thorough dusting. The service was top-notch, with everyone being very friendly and accommodating. The location was perfect for my trip to Orkney, with a nice view over the harbor. The dining experience was the highlight of my stay, but the pricing was a bit odd. Overall, a great choice for those traveling to Orkney and wanting a pleasant stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, spotlessly clean, and offered a wonderful view over the docks and port.

Service

9.0

The staff were very happy to assist, friendly, and exceptionally helpful during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was spot on for my purpose, especially for catching the morning ferry to Orkney with a nice view over the harbor.

Dining

7.0

Dining was the highlight of my stay, providing a relaxed way to get on the morning ferry, although the pricing was not what I would expect.