Title: The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=27569827&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast Guests start their day with a homemade breakfast at this countryside B&B where fresh air and natural surroundings create a peaceful escape ## Photo gallery for The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast ![Exterior - The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast (Thurso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27569900/27569827/909550eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast (Thurso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27569900/27569827/e26ad95f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast (Thurso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27569900/27569827/1ad27d0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room - The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast (Thurso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27569900/27569827/550db339.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily full breakfast - The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast (Thurso)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27569900/27569827/4d9cd6e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast offers a quiet rural retreat with a tranquil garden setting. Travelers enjoy a complimentary full breakfast each morning, connect via in-room WiFi, and appreciate practical touches like secure luggage storage in this entirely smoke-free property. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 29 - Jan. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 30 - Jan. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 30 - Feb. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Feb. 6 - Feb. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=27569827&PinnedHotelID=27569827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 1 bed Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Triple Room ![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27569900/27569827/d6f3f601.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping Desk - Garden view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Double Room ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27570000/27569900/27569827/550db339.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping Desk - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Double Room ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping Desk - Garden view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Triple Room ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping Desk - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Double Room ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThurso-Hotels-THE-HAWTHORNS-BED-BREAKFAST.h27569827.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FThurso-Hotels-THE-HAWTHORNS-BED-BREAKFAST.h27569827.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Thurso, The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast is in a rural area. Castle of Mey and John O' Groats Signpost are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dunnet Bay Beach and The Green. [Visit our Thurso travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Thurso.dx6023216) [View more B&B in Thurso](https://www.expedia.ca/Thurso-Bed-And-Breakfast.d6023216-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C58.63555%2C-3.23521&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KXrt2k-21-2k-vsiMhuB515BQBg=) The Hawthorns, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8XH ### What's nearby - ![Castle of Mey which includes heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088901/cb62b845-b6fe-49ba-ab35-2572d57bc288.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Castle of Mey 4 min drive \- 2.9 km - ![Dunnet Head Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088899/d1701c08-4ee1-4cdd-9b64-3154d0e07e16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dunnet Head Lighthouse 19 min drive \- 14.4 km - ![Duncansby Head featuring rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088903/d119d4a8-3745-4910-9ddd-3a5a5c0c451d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Duncansby Head 21 min drive \- 16.2 km - Gills Bay Ferry Port 8 min drive \- 6.1 km - Scrabster Ferry Terminal 25 min drive \- 27.2 km ### Getting around - Thurso Station 22 min drive - Wick (WIC) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - John O'Groats Brewery Shop 11 min drive - Logan’s Bar 6 min drive - Northern Sands 6 min drive - Taste Café 11 min drive - The Storehouse 11 min drive ## About this property ### The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast in a rural location The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast provides amenities like free full breakfast and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises and luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Refrigerator ### More - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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 To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland. ### Property is also known as HAWTHORNS BED & BREAKFAST Thurso HAWTHORNS Thurso The Hawthorns & Thurso THE HAWTHORNS BED & BREAKFAST Thurso THE HAWTHORNS BED & BREAKFAST Bed & breakfast THE HAWTHORNS BED & BREAKFAST Bed & breakfast Thurso ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast? ### What time is check-out at The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast? ### Where is The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## The Hawthorns Bed & Breakfast Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 73 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Harry Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A superb stay, the hosts could not have been better- went over and above. Parking, facilities all good. ##### Harry Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian Jul 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect for families with pets Great hosts and great hotel, perfect for people with dogs ##### Christian Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheena May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The warm welcome from Graeme and Eileen plus a very comfortable room and excellent breakfast with fresh berries made my stay at the Hawthornes! ##### Sheena Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fran Sep 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy to find ,excellent parking facilities ,lovely hosts, large clean comfy room. ##### Fran Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Richard Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A friendly, comfortable and well appointed B&B. We felt very much at home straightaway from the hosts’ effusive welcome. The room was well appointed and comfortable with everything required. The shower was great and breakfast very good. Great to have ample, on site parking. All in all a really good overnight stay, highly recommended. ##### Richard Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Proximity to ferry was perfect. Hosts were just lovely and checkin was very easy. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward Sep 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely place with charming and hospitable hosts. The breakfast was excellent. ##### Edward Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glennis May 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely accommodation within driving distance of ferries to Orkney restaurants and towns. Outstanding hosts who think of everything and provide a wonderful breakfast. ##### Glennis Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Sep 25, 2024 Liked: Amenities Everything here is well thought out, it is obvious this couple have been doing this for a while. Amazing breakfast, very roomy and comfortable space. Excellent spot to stay and explore the area. ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul Aug 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A great stay in a unique part of the world! Lovely host, charming and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble and the property was well laid out with lots of thoughtful touches. Breakfast was great too. ##### Paul Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy Apr 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Vacation Wonderful people, delicious breakfast, beautiful house recommended places to see and eat. Beautiful countryside for walking. ##### Nancy Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graeme Jun 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort This was just an overnight after driving up from Dornoch and getting on the ferry to Orkney at Gills Bay the next morning. However Eilean and Graeme greeted us in the parking area and helped us move into our room. Provided us with lots of info on their property and where to eat. Our room was very comfortable and breakfast in the morning had lots of variety and our choices were delicious. ##### Graeme Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Aug 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hosts were absolutely wonderful. We had to leave early in the morning and wouldn’t be able to have breakfast and they brought some nice items for us the night before that we could quickly eat. Location was good for our stay and is very close to Castle Mey which we visited. ##### Mary Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sylvester Aug 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The hosts were excellent and breakfast was fresh and plentiful. Parking is plentiful. Do get supplies before arriving as there are no shops nearby. Great location, close to John o Groat and access to NC500\. ##### sylvester Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities After a warm and friendly welcome, we were shown our room and given all info required. Cleanliness and comfort ticked boxes. Everything you need provided. Breakfast lovely. Definitely recommend. ##### Michael Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian Jun 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good B&B, friendly owners Good B&B. Very friendly owners, very eco-friendly. They rang a local restaurant for us to make a dinner reservation. Lots of little extras in the room, like a Nespresso machine and fridge. Good choice for breakfast, including smoked salmon. Gave us advice as to where to visit. ##### Gillian Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### John Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Breakfast was very good. The hosts were very personable and made every effort to meet our needs where possible. There was a very small fridge in the room. There was also a communal lounge . The bathroom was very small with very little space to store toiletries etc. The internet connection was slow and access appeared to be limited at times. ##### John Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah Sep 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Such a nice place to stay! We needed a place close to John O'Groats and this place was perfect. The hosts were so hospitable, my husband and I loved talking with them. The room was clean and comfy, and we had no issues with the room. The hosts even were willing to do a load of laundry for us which saved us hours from having to find a laundromat! We were so, so pleased with this place. Can't recommend it enough. ##### Deborah ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan Aug 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Hawthornes is a lovely rural B and B near the very northern tip of mainland Scotland. The garden is very attractive. The hosts are very sweet and accommodating. Our room was simple but very functional and quiet. Breakfast was ample, tasty, and made-to-order. The only minus about the inn is that the internet speed in that region is extremely slow, as our host explained to us. ##### Susan Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philippe Oct 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The two owner were so nice, the room was perfect as was the bathroom. The breakfast was the best Scottish breakfast we had during our trip. Best B&B, would recommend it to anyone going north of Scotland ##### Philippe Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hosts very friendly and helpful. We had everything we needed and more besides. Lovely spot on the north coast of Scotland and very handy for the Gills Bay ferry to Orkney ##### Annette Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### steve Aug 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The B&B was located very near the ferry to Orkney and the Mey Castle. Great accommodation. Friendly owner. Perfect stay! ##### steve Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank Aug 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Friendly and comfortable Excellent breakfast .Handy for ferry. ##### Frank Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew May 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The BnB was perfect, our host and hostess very welcoming and helpful. They found and reserved a place for dinner for us that night. Parking was easy. Everything worked and breakfast was great!! Thank you ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian Sep 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### NC500 traveller Just a stop over whilst travelling NC500, very friendly hosts and very humerous, welcomed us on arrival and booked a restaurant for us up the road, room very cosy and breakfast was lovely, will definitely stay here again when in the area and recommend to any other traveller to stop over whilst passing by ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6BC03C7C27253623847BF2D211CE2F516B4922E11663870587358.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Old Manse](https://www.expedia.ca/Ardgay-Hotels-The-Old-Manse.h31952820.Hotel-Information) > > [Kings Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Glasgow-Hotels-Kings-Park-Hotel.h574402.Hotel-Information) > > [2 bedroom accommodation in Torridon](https://www.expedia.ca/Achnasheen-Hotels-2-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-Torridon.h32900679.Hotel-Information) > > [The Longforgan Coaching Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Dundee-Hotels-The-Longforgan-Coaching-Inn.h13501042.Hotel-Information) > > [The Grey Gull Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Lochgilphead-Hotels-The-Grey-Gull-Hotel.h23106178.Hotel-Information) > > [Grace Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Buckie-Hotels-Grace-Cottage.h29991218.Hotel-Information) > > [Glasgow Emo](https://www.expedia.ca/Glasgow-Hotels-Glasgow-Emo.h42563425.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ballinluig Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Pitlochry-Hotels-The-Ballinluig-Inn.h113444546.Hotel-Information) > > [The Murray Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Castle-Douglas-Hotels-The-Murray-Arms-Hotel.h22682976.Hotel-Information) > > [Taymouth Marina - Beinn Doran](https://www.expedia.ca/Aberfeldy-Hotels-Taymouth-Marina-Beinn-Doran.h22803397.Hotel-Information) > > [Vollie House](https://www.expedia.ca/Thornhill-Hotels-Vollie-House.h34926520.Hotel-Information) > > [Kilmarnock Arms Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterhead-Hotels-Kilmarnock-Arms-Hotel.h3832221.Hotel-Information) > > [The Pierhouse Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Appin-Hotels-The-Pierhouse-Hotel.h2633516.Hotel-Information) > > [Glenskirlie House & Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnybridge-Hotels-Glenskirlie-House-Castle.h13267169.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbourside Apartment No 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Isle-Of-Mull-Hotels-Harbourside-Apartment-No-2.h106157685.Hotel-Information) > > [Douglas Park Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunoon-Hotels-Douglas-Park-Guest-House.h15060876.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wee Nook, Birnam & Dunkeld](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunkeld-Hotels-The-Wee-Nook.h42333458.Hotel-Information) > > [Balcomie Links Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anstruther-Hotels-Balcomie-Links-Hotel.h29273506.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bog Roy Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Inverness-Hotels-The-Bog-Roy-Inn.h2805505.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunalastair Hotel Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Pitlochry-Hotels-Dunalastair-Hotel-Suites.h888815.Hotel-Information) > > [Leslie Castle](https://www.expedia.ca/Insch-Hotels-Leslie-Castle.h22704599.Hotel-Information) > > [Inchmarlo Golf Resort, Banchory Villa 26
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