In the city center, Pentland offers a refreshing blend of comfort and convenience. Tee off at the golf course, indulge in English breakfast, or unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services. With in-room WiFi and a banquet hall on site, guests praise the helpful staff for making their stay seamless.
UHI North Highland - Environmental Research Institute - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Thurso Library - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Thurso Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
North Coast Visitor Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
UHI North Highland - Thurso Campus - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Wick (WIC) - 32 min drive
Inverness (INV) - 148 min drive
Thurso Station - 5 min walk
Georgemas Junction Station - 9 min drive
Scotscalder Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Charlie Chan Chinese Restaurant - 1 min walk
Top Joes - 3 min walk
Pride of Bengal - 2 min walk
Captain's Galley - 3 min drive
The Upper Deck - 3 min drive
About this property
Pentland
Enjoy your visit to Thurso with a stay at Pentland. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
42 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Motorcycle parking only on site
Free offsite parking within 7 ft
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
What to do
Golfing
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference space (25 square feet)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Bicycle parking
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: GBP 10.00 per night
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Pentland offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pentland does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Pentland?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of GBP 10.00 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Pentland?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pentland?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Pentland and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.
Are there restaurants at or near Pentland?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Pentland like?
Pentland is in the heart of Thurso, a short 5-minute walk from Thurso Station and 5 minutes' walk from North Coast Visitor Centre.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and delicious with a great selection of hot and cold options. (36 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 20, 2026
Great bar the rooms were clean and the breakfast was lovely we would definitely stay again
William
William, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 18, 2026
The staff was very friendly.
DONNETTA
DONNETTA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2026
Breakfast was very good good selection of hot and cold and friendly staff on reception and breakfast.
Roderick
Roderick, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2026
The staff were were helpful and friendly. The location was good and the room was clean and comfortable.
Sonia
Sonia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
Room was small but staff were super helpful and lovely and got a cot to the room speedy!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2026
Staff attentive and welcoming. Relaxed, friendly place to stay
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
Excellent breakfast and Sunday carvery. Staff very helpful in every area of the hotel.
Annette
Annette, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 13, 2026
The rooms are simple and very adequate for the price. Rooms have coffee and tea service in room wihich is nice. The free breakfast was very good with many juices and fresh fruit. The bar attached to the hotel is reasonably priced.
caite
caite, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2025
very friendly people great town, great breakfast will go back for sure
Dean
Dean, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2026
Clean and comfortable. Convenient for town centre and for a walk on the the beach. Street parking available a very short distance away. Warm welcome at reception. Excellent food at the on-site restaurant. Excellent breakfast, with staff member Maureen providing a superb and enthusiastic level of customer service. Will be my first choice for accommodation on any future visit to the area.
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2026
Room was clean, breakfast was nice with pretty decent selection. Staff were fantastic and left you to your own devices. It was lovely.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2025
Comfortable room and very helpful staff. Restaurant meals very good and reasonably priced. Enjoyed our stay
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2025
Lovely clean room with very comfortable firm bed, easy check-in with friendly staff. Generous breakfast.
Rod
Rod, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 17, 2026
Bed was comfy and shower was good.
Room was noisy though as there was single glazing.
Douglas
Douglas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
It was well located, great room, staff were very polite and friendly, food was good, a great venue for an overnight stay.
matt
matt, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
Great hotel in a great location
Alfred
Alfred, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2025
Hotel is old fashioned and basic ,food and drink was good and staff friendly,
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2025
Quick check-in, spotless, comfortable, quiet room. Excellent freshly cooked breakfast with local ingredients.
Hotel is handy for shops, bars, eateries, etc.
Less than 5 minutes walk to main bus stop to/from Inverness & 5 minutes walk to train station.
My go to accomodation in Thurso.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2024
Great place to stay. Helpful staff and great options to eat at the restaurant.
Felicity
Felicity, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Oct 26, 2025
EVENING MEALS WERE GOOD
LORAINE
LORAINE, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 5, 2024
Great location, ample parking, friendly staff, good food.
RICHARD
RICHARD, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2024
Quiet, clean, warm , comfortable room and excellent breakfast.
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Very friendly and helpful staff, a clean room, comfortable bed, and good breakfast
Sensibly priced, and I’ll go back
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2025
Food in bar was very good and staff very helpfull,also breakfast could not ve faulted
Gordon
Gordon, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 3, 2025
Staff were friendly and had a good meal in the bar. En suite was newly done but double room was very small.