Looking for the best hotel in Thurso?
On the banks of the River Thurso in the village of Halkirk, the Ulbster Arms Hotel is a luxury hotel just a 10-minute drive from Thurso town centre. Here are 10 reasons why we believe this is the best hotel in Thurso. Come and stay with us and see for yourself! We are top for Caithness holidays and business hotels.
1. The perfect location
The Ulbster Arms is situated in a peaceful spot on the banks of the River Thurso. This provides a more serene and picturesque setting, while still being within easy reach of Thurso town centre. You can get into town by car or taxi in 10 minutes or by bus in about 20 minutes. If you’re bringing your own car, we have private parking located to the rear of our luxury Thurso hotel, free for all guests. We also boast some of the fastest EV car chargers in the Highlands of Scotland! We are a Thurso business hotel, popular with business travellers.
Plus, we are the ideal location for Fishing holidays in Scotland, but you must book quick as we fill fast for the fishing season! And if you are travelling to Scotland with family, or your dog, we are a friendly hotel ideal for exploring the NC500, Orkney and beautiful Caithness in luxury.
2. Traditional and modern accommodation
We offer a choice of luxury hotel rooms and Caithness accommodation, with one of the best restaurants on the North Coast 500. Whether you stay in our traditional historic 19th-century hotel, or in one of our modern wings on the hotel grounds, all our luxury hotel rooms in Halkirk, Thurso, come with ensuite facilities, a bath and/or shower room, complimentary toiletries, in-room tea/coffee-making facilities, a TV and high-speed Wi-Fi. And did we mention our ultra-fast EV car chargers, ideal for driving the North Coast 500 route and eco conscious business travel in Scotland.
3. Highly-rated reviews
Our guest reviews speak for themselves! We’re currently rated 4.5/5 on Google Reviews, 4.5/5 on TripAdvisor, and 94% on Facebook Reviews. We are one of the best 4-star luxury hotels in Thruso, Caithness. That’s why we are so popular as both business and North Coast Scotland holiday hotel.
“Lovely stay at Ulbster arms. Room was comfortable, staff were welcoming and the restaurant was great! Exceptional value for money, cannot recommend enough…”
Google review, September 2024
4. A family-friendly hotel
Thurso and the Caithness region make a fantastic family holiday destination on the NC500. We have 3 family rooms, each with a double bed and a single bed with ensuite. Cots, high chairs and other provisions are available on request. We are one of the best luxury Thurso hotels for families in the area, with plenty of space for little ones to explore on family walks, get close to nature and get off screens. But for those moments you need a little quiet time, we have fantastic Wi-Fi throughout our luxury Caithness hotels public and private rooms for you to enjoy. We offer aim to be one of the best hotels for all our guests travelling to Thurso, Wick, Caithness, Orkney, John o’ Groats and the NC500.
5. We’re dog-friendly too
No one gets left behind with our dog-friendly hotels facilities! Dogs are welcome in most of our luxury hotel rooms when traveling to Thurso and Caithness. Plus, we offer luxury dog friendly hotel facilities with designated public areas of our Thurso hotel. We also offer dog-friendly drinks and dining in our bar and lounge.
6. Exceptional guest service
The warmest of welcomes awaits you at the our 4-star luxury Ulbster Arms Hotel in Caithness. Every member of our team is dedicated to providing a memorable experience tailored for you. Whether you are traveling to Caithness and Thurso for a business trip and need a home-from-home luxury hotel. Or you are exploring the wilds of Scotland on an adventure or family holiday, we go above and beyond to make every stay special. We aim to set ourselves ahead of the rest by being the best of luxury hotels in Thurso and Caithness.
7. Local expertise
Our knowledgeable team is on hand to help and advise you throughout your holidays to the Highlands of Scotland. And you don’t get much more Highland than our wee historic Thurso hotel. Whether that’s recommending local activities and things to do in Caithness, arranging transfers and transportation in the Highlands, or giving you ideas and directions, we know the North Coast of Scotland well! And we’re always delighted to share our insider tips and local hidden gems.
8. Delicious dining experiences
We are one of the best places to eat in Thurso and Caithness! We are a top NC500 restaurant, offering a range of delicious dining options in our bar and Highland restaurant. Enjoy a delicious menu alongside a selection of spirits, lager, cider, beer, cask ales and soft drinks. There’s also space to relax in the luxurious library, lounge and outdoor beer garden at our wee hotel.
9. Extensive fishing facilities
The Ulbster Arms has long been a popular fishing holiday hotel in Scotland. We organise salmon fishing holidays on the river with ghillie hire, rod and reel hire and transport to and from the beat. In the hotel grounds, we also have a Ghillie’s Room for ghillies and guests to meet, a Rod Room for safe fishing equipment storage on your holidays, and a Drying Room for drying wet clothing overnight. We are busy from spring through to autumn with luxury fishing holidays and experiences in the Scottish Highlands, Caithness, set on the NC500.
10. Exclusive offers and packages
Finally, every season we offer special packages and deals that are not available elsewhere. Plus, you will always get our best rates and cheap hotel deals when you book direct. Enjoy a discount when you book via our direct hotel discounts. And, if you take a look at our special offers page you will find hotel dining specials, seasonal packages and luxury adventure holidays! From book direct discounts to seasonal specials, you’ll find something for you. Book directly on our website to receive the best deal or contact us for further information.