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Forss House Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Thurso with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Mill House Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Restaurant
Mill House Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Forss, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 7XY
  • Place, Thurso Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, North Coast Visitor Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Scrabster Ferry Terminal
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wick (WIC)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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Radclyffe Master | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Radclyffe Master

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kiln House Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kiln House Suite

  • 344 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Morven | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Morven

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior River House King | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior River House King

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Mill House Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Mill House Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 King Beds

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Superior Twin Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior Twin Room

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior River House Twin | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior River House Twin

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Fishing Lodge | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Fishing Lodge

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Hallum | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Hallum

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Millers Cottage Classic | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Millers Cottage Classic

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Granary

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Thurso

Forss House Hotel places you within a 10-minute drive of Wolfburn Distillery and Thurso Beach. This 14-room, 4-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Thurso Beach - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • UHI North Highland - Environmental Research Institute - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • North Coast Visitor Centre - 12 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • UHI North Highland - Thurso Campus - 12 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Thurso Station - 8 min drive
  • Wick (WIC) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Captain's Galley - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Top Joes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Peerie Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Y-Not Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Forss House Hotel

Hotel in Thurso with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Forss House Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and a banquet hall. Free parking is included with your stay. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Phones, ironing boards, and free tea bags/instant coffee are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from January 5 2026 to January 25 2026 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 24 to January 2:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 18 for adults and GBP 18 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Forss House Hotel?

Forss House Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Forss House Hotel?

As of Dec 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forss House Hotel on Jan 2, 2026 start from $314.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do around Forss House Hotel?

This hotel is located in Thurso, close to Scrabster Ferry Terminal, Thurso Beach, and North Coast Visitor Centre. Wolfburn Distillery is also within a driving distance of 4.4 mi.

Is there parking available at Forss House Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Forss House Hotel include a casino?

No, Forss House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Forss House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Forss House Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Does Forss House Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Forss House Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Forss House Hotel serves a full breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Forss House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Forss House Hotel for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Forss House Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Forss House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Forss House Hotel is Wick (WIC), which is 26.9 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Forss House Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Forss House Hotel.

Forss House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 223 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Keith

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Too expensive

I am basing this review on the price paid and in that respect the photo on Hotels.com is flattering to say the least. The room was fine but the rest of the place was really tatty. It is very tired and certainly substantially over priced. Of all the hotels we have stayed in this was by far the most disappointing. Hotels.com please revise your photo
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem in Thurso. The staff was great and the hotel itself was a great experience. Spacious rooms and a beautiful setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Morven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Somewhat disappointing

The ladies who served breakfast were absolutely fantastic, super friendly and efficient. Unfortunately we were horrified by the appalling service on arrival, after an extremely long drive we were met by a grumpy member of staff who closed the bar 45 minutes earlier than advertised . This was a a trip we were most looking forward to, after visiting several times before, we found the hotel run down, poorly maintained and lacking in cleanliness in several areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was absolutely beautiful and we loved the hiking trails around the property. Unfortunately, the food was not good and there were very little options for a vegetarian. The sautéed mushrooms were limp and greasy. The carpets in the main house were dirty and had holes in them. The floor in the granary cottage made your feet dirty after a shower and we found a snack wrapper from a previous guest under the coffee table in the living room area of our cottage leading us to question the housekeeping standards. We had to kill thirteen spiders when we arrived and seven the next day. I k ow it’s the country, but proper dusting and some mint oil would go a long way in terms of pest abatement and management.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. Would love to go again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The granary suite was beautiful and had a wonderful view of the waterfall from every window
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Can

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this hotel!

Beautiful hotel, comfortable rooms, great staff! Definitely the best we stayed at om the NC500, and a highlight of the trip. Food is ambitious, but has room to improve.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Miller’s Cottage 2 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Wonderful dining for dinner and breakfast in the Forss House dining room. A lovely stop for us on our NC500 road trip!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Chandler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Loved the mill house we stayed in. The main house is a beautiful old place. The service was lacking waited at the bar for a half hour before someone arrived, his bartending skills and personality needs some improvement.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with group

Worth a visit

Our bedrooms were excellent.. recently modernised… the main hotel was ok service hit and miss but perhaps a skeleton crew as just after NewYear… had to request for the fires to be lit and the lighting was not good resulting in no ambiance…however the food was excellent..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Amenities
Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy room.

Lovely warm comfy room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Here again and will be back

This is my forth time here and as always it was outstanding. The room service and food all excellent, coupled with the surrounding just make this the perfect Scottish experience. Staff are lovely and very helpful, the food is of a Michelin standard and worth every pound.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed one night then returned several nights later as was very happy with our first stay. Lovely property, good service & food. More suitable for adults in our opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nearest thing to staying in a castle for us! Delightful evening with dinner and lovely conversation with other guests. Extensive whiskey list & wines to match a 3 course meal. Stayed in the fishing lodge as there are rooms in the house as well as detached lodges. Very comfortable and charming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

You feel relaxed as soon as you arrive
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best part of our trip so far. Nick was great - helping correct a lack of reservation information from expedia. Beautiful place. Would certainly stay there again. Nice restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very unique. The food and services are excellent. The walking around the property is very picturesque. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel, Weston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This could be a nice property but the grounds are extremely run down. Don’t take a room in a cottage if you have mold sensitivity. The staff is friendly so there is that. Would not choose this spot again. Floors creaky above our room was awful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024