Scrabster

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Scrabster Harbour Scotland
Anchor Handling Tugs at Scrabster A pair of Anchor Handlers/Supply Tugs, the Maersk Detector and the Maersk Assister, dwarfing the new ferry terminal at Scrabster. These giants are used for many heavyweight tasks such as repositioning oil rigs. They boast 18,280 BHP and 23,500 BHP respectively.
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Leaving Scrabster at Dusk As we were leaving Scrabster there was a lot of smoke coming from a couple of the boats in the harbour, taken without a tripod, hence shake
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Bell Mount, Scrabster
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Scrabster Lighthouse, Thurso, Caithness. Since the harbour at Scrabster has been upgraded, it is not uncommon to see cruise ships in the area
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Pentland

Pentland

3 out of 5
Princes Street Thurso Scotland
The price is P5,684 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
P5,684
P6,821 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (383 reviews)
Advertised as dog friendly but actually, dogs not allowed in restaurant OR bar. Had to have breakfast in reception area. Room was quite tired.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Pentland
Park Hotel

Park Hotel

3 out of 5
Oldfield Thurso Scotland
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Park Hotel
Premier Inn Thurso

Premier Inn Thurso

3 out of 5
Ormlie Road Thurso Scotland
The price is P3,590 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
P3,590
P4,308 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Thurso. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Thurso Library and Thurso Leisure Centre ...
7.8/10 Good! (8 reviews)
Excellent hotel with modern clean rooms, well lit parking and good breakfast. Ross, Fiona end Emily (?) in the bar were very welcoming.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Premier Inn Thurso
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Apartment 65B

Apartment 65B

3.5 out of 5
Princes Street Thurso Scotland
Stay at this apartment in Thurso. Enjoy laundry facilities, premium TV channels, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Scrabster Ferry Terminal and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Clean accommodation, good facilities, comfortable bed, great shower, nice welcome pack. Host Lynn very helpful.

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Apartment 65B
Duart At The Sea

Duart At The Sea

3 out of 5
Duart Auckengill Wick Scotland
Stay at this cottage in Wick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lyth Arts Centre and Caithness Broch Centre are located ...
Duart At The Sea
Short Walk to the Beach - 2 Guests - Free Parking

Short Walk to the Beach - 2 Guests - Free Parking

2 out of 5
Thurso Scotland
Stay at this residence in Thurso. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Scrabster Ferry Terminal and Thurso Library are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Everything was excellent. The host, Jane, was very helpful and responsive

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Short Walk to the Beach - 2 Guests - Free Parking
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Popular places to visit

Dunnet Head Lighthouse which includes bird life and cuddly or friendly animals

Dunnet Head Lighthouse

Enjoy the impressive views from the top of this 19th-century lighthouse on the edge of a headland jutting into the Pentland Firth.

Dunnet Head Lighthouse
Castle of Mey showing heritage architecture, chateau or palace and heritage elements

Castle of Mey

Walk through the gardens and browse the inviting interior rooms of the late Queen Mother’s Scottish home.

Castle of Mey

Scrabster Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Scrabster with a trip to Scrabster Ferry Terminal. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Scrabster Ferry Terminal

Dunnet Bay Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Dunnet Bay Beach during your travels in Thurso? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Dunnet Bay Beach

Mary-Ann's Cottage

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mary-Ann's Cottage during your trip to Thurso. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Mary-Ann's Cottage

Strathy Bay

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Strathy Bay might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Strathy.

Strathy Bay

Things to do

Just one step

Scotland Trips

P1,566
per adult
Scotland Trips
2 hour group lesson

2 hour group lesson (3-16 people)

P3,915
per adult
2 hour group lesson (3-16 people)
Thurso: Dunnet Beach Beginner Surf Lesson

Thurso: Dunnet Beach Beginner Surf Lesson

P3,523
per adult
Thurso: Dunnet Beach Beginner Surf Lesson
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