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Hotel meetings and business events in Caithness

The Ulbster Arms Hotel offers three flexible spaces for hotel meetings and events in Caithness, near Thurso. These include the Library, Lounge Bar, and Beat 4 Restaurant, and each brings something unique to the table. So, you’ll find whatever you need for quiet, focused meetings and private corporate dinners. And depending on your group size, we can arrange a table booking or exclusive hire of the space.

So, for corporate event planners looking for meeting venues in Scotland, the Ulbster Arms is a distinctive and practical choice. The hotel sits in Halkirk, 11 minutes from Thurso, and is easy to reach from the A9. Furthermore, the hotel provides overnight accommodation for delegates. This makes it one of the most convenient venues for business events in the region.

The Ulbster Arms Hotel also supports your corporate sustainability goals. Three of the fastest EV chargers in the Highlands are on site for guests travelling by electric car, for example. Additionally, the hotel offers short-term and long-term corporate accommodation for teams on projects. Speak with the team to set up a corporate rate for your organisation.

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The Library: a quiet meeting room in Caithness

The Library is the most intimate of the three corporate spaces at the Ulbster Arms Hotel. It therefore suits smaller meetings, one-to-one discussions, and focused working sessions. The room has a calm atmosphere with a cosy fireplace and bookshelves lining the walls. As a result, it provides a unique environment compared to a standard hotel meeting space.

For corporate event planning that requires a quieter, more private setting, the Library is a natural fit. It has high-speed Wi-Fi throughout, and we can adapt the layout to suit your requirements. This may be a round-table discussion or a small informal briefing. It’s also available as a working space for hotel guests between meetings. This gives business travellers somewhere comfortable and focused to work during the day.

The Library also has the kind of atmosphere that makes difficult conversations easier. There’s no background noise, no other guests passing through, and no sense of being rushed. So, for sensitive discussions, strategic planning sessions, or simply a meeting that needs people’s full attention, it delivers something a city-centre hotel rarely can. That’s why our guests choose us time and time again.

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The Ulbster Arms Lounge Bar: informal business dining and relaxed meetings

The Lounge Bar at the Ulbster Arms Hotel is well-suited to informal business lunches, pre-dinner drinks, and relaxed team discussions. The bar features traditional Highland décor, a historic carved fireplace salvaged from a Dutch galleon ship, and spacious booth seating across two levels. So, there’s plenty of room for small groups to find a comfortable, private spot without requiring exclusive hire.

Furthermore, the Lounge Bar offers a more relaxed alternative to the formal dining room while maintaining the same quality of locally sourced food. The bar also stocks a wide selection of spirits, cask ales, lagers, ciders, and beers.

The two-level layout is worth noting for groups. One level suits louder, more social gatherings, while the other provides a quieter corner for those who need to talk business. That flexibility is hard to find in a single space, and it means the Lounge Bar genuinely works for different kinds of corporate occasions without anyone feeling out of place.

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Beat 4 Restaurant: private dining and corporate event venue in Caithness

Beat 4 Restaurant is the most formal space at the Ulbster Arms Hotel. It takes individual table bookings or exclusive hire for private corporate dinners and business events. The restaurant features high ceilings, tartan carpets, and striking antler chandeliers. As a result, it offers a distinctive Highland setting that makes it memorable for client dinners and team occasions.

Exclusive hire of the dining room also means your group has the space entirely to themselves. No other diners, no interruptions, and a team focused entirely on your event. Combined with a menu built around locally sourced Scottish produce, it creates the kind of client dinner that people remember for the right reasons.

A projector is also available on request, making Beat 4 suitable for presentations and speeches alongside dining. For corporate event planners searching for a business event venue in Caithness that combines a professional atmosphere with good food, Beat 4 is a practical and characterful option. It makes the Ulbster Arms the kind of hotel with a meeting space that doubles as a private dining room, which is rare in the North Highlands.

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Testimonials

A fantastic stay yet again for a short fishing break.||Jess and the team looked after us tremendously well as always, and a special thank you to Holly for sorting out a last minute room for me thanks to a booking error on my part.||Steaks in the bar arrived just as ordered.||Looking forward to returning again soon

Just had dinner in the Ulbster, it was superb!! So tasty, lovely presentation. I had the featherblade of beef cooked to perfection, hubby had the pan roasted breast of chicken, the sauce was gorgeous. A pleasure to visit, very friendly young staff, reasonably priced. Highly recommended.

This is the second time we have stayed here and it was just as good as last time. We stayed in room 7 which was warm and cosy, had everything we needed and had a sizeable bathroom. We did eat here and I can say the fish and chips where amazing, the batter was light and the fish very fresh, breakfast was excellent too and the waitress was welcoming and attentive. Thanks for another faultless stay.

My wife and I while backpacking had camped along the banks of the Thurso. We were awaken by a fisherman after a very cold, wet and windy night. He recommended we visit the Ulbster for lunch and a warm drink. The staff had gotten word from the fisherman that my wife and I had slept in the storm that night and were kind enough to put us up in a room at a very discounted price. We were able to shower which had been quit a while and it allowed us to dry out our clothes and equipment. The following morning the staff let us leisurely hangout and even suggested several things we see and do while we finished our tour of scotland. I can not speak highly enough of the staff at the hotel. Dinner was amazing as well !!! If you ever want to hear some amazing fishing stories just take a seat and enjoy. Cant wait to return.

Absolutely stunning meal here at the weekend. Excellent service, great food and high standards. Lovely setting. Would recommend highly.

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Business dining menus for corporate events

The Ulbster Arms Hotel designs menus to suit corporate functions of all sizes. Options range from light refreshments and working lunches to full multi-course evening meals. All dishes use high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. The hotel holds membership of the Scottish Food Guide, reflecting its commitment to local sourcing and culinary standards.

The kitchen also tailors menus around dietary requirements, event schedules, and budget on request. For drinks, the hotel offers spirits, cask ales, lagers, ciders, and beers. Additionally, the team arranges drinks receptions, pre-dinner drinks in the Library or Lounge Bar, and post-dinner drams from our whisky selection.

For corporate event planners coordinating a full day or evening, the Ulbster Arms combines hotel meeting spaces, business dining, and overnight accommodation into a single package. This makes it one of the more complete hotels with meeting space facilities in north Scotland, particularly for smaller groups and project teams who need everything in one place.

View the current menu or contact the team to discuss a bespoke corporate dining package.

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Overnight accommodation for delegates and corporate guests

A major practical advantage of using the Ulbster Arms Hotel as an event venue for business is the on-site accommodation. Delegates stay in Standard Rooms in the main hotel or in the more spacious Executive Rooms in the Milton and Ulbster lodge buildings. All rooms include breakfast, fast Wi-Fi, and a dedicated workspace.

For larger teams, the lodge buildings offer a self-contained group option with communal lounges for informal evening meetings or debriefs. This combination of hotel meeting spaces, business dining, and on-site accommodation makes the Ulbster Arms Hotel a fantastic corporate event venue in Caithness. Moreover, it removes the need for delegates to travel between a venue and a hotel at the end of a long day.

Waking up on site also means the morning runs more smoothly. Delegates eat breakfast together, debrief with ease, and move into the day’s agenda without the logistics of getting everyone to a separate venue. For multi-day events in particular, that continuity makes a real difference to how the event feels and how productive it is.

Book hotel meetings and events at the Ulbster Arms Hotel

The Ulbster Arms Hotel is one of the most practical meeting venues Scotland has to offer outside the central belt. The Library, Lounge Bar, and Beat 4 Restaurant provide three distinct spaces for different event formats and group sizes. Furthermore, on-site accommodation, business dining, free parking, and EV charging make it a complete package for corporate event planning in the North Highlands.

For all meeting and event enquiries, or to arrange a showround of the spaces, contact the team here. Call 01847 831 641 or use the online enquiry form. Our team can discuss spaces, menus, accommodation, and corporate rates for your event.

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    Ulbster Arms Hotel Meetings & Events FAQs

    What meeting and event spaces are available at the Ulbster Arms Hotel?

    The Ulbster Arms Hotel has three spaces available for meetings and business events. The Library suits smaller, focused meetings and one-to-one discussions. The Lounge Bar is well suited to informal business lunches and drinks receptions. Beat 4 Restaurant is available for individual table bookings or exclusive hire for private corporate dinners and presentations. All three have high-speed Wi-Fi throughout.

    Can I hire a room exclusively for a private business event at the Ulbster Arms Hotel?

    Yes. Beat 4 Restaurant can be hired exclusively for private corporate dinners, presentations, and business functions, subject to availability. The dining room can also be reserved for exclusive use for client dinners and working breakfasts. The team recommends giving as much notice as possible for private hire bookings. Contact the team to check availability and arrange a show around.

    Is a projector available for presentations at the Ulbster Arms Hotel?

    Yes. A projector is available on request in Beat 4 Restaurant, making it suitable for presentations, briefings, and speeches alongside dining. Let the team know your requirements when making your booking so they can have everything set up in advance.

    Does the Ulbster Arms Hotel offer overnight accommodation for event delegates?

    Yes. The Ulbster Arms Hotel has a range of room types for delegates staying overnight, including Standard Rooms in the main hotel and more spacious Executive Rooms in the Milton and Ulbster lodge buildings. All rooms include breakfast, fast Wi-Fi, and a dedicated workspace. Group accommodation packages and delegate rates are available on request.

    How do I book a meeting room or business event at the Ulbster Arms Hotel?

    Contact the team directly to discuss your requirements, check space availability, and arrange a showround if needed. Call 01847 831 641 or submit an enquiry online. The team can put together a package covering meeting space, catering, and overnight accommodation to suit your event.