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Forss House Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Exterior
Exterior
Mill House Suite
Living area
Mill House Suite
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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Forss, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 7XY
  • Popular LocationScrabster Ferry Terminal9 min drive
  • Popular LocationDunnet Bay Beach19 min drive
  • Popular LocationDunnet Head Lighthouse27 min drive
  • AirportWick (WIC)40 min drive

Room options

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Superior Twin Room | Bathroom

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Morven

Superior Double Morven

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior River House Twin

Superior River House Twin

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Fishing Lodge

Classic Fishing Lodge

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Hallum

Superior Double Hallum

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior River House King

Superior River House King

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Granary | Exterior

The Granary

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
Living room
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Radclyffe Master

Radclyffe Master

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Millers Cottage Classic

Millers Cottage Classic

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Kiln House Suite

Kiln House Suite

Highlights

Heating
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Living room
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Mill House Suite

Mill House Suite

Highlights

Heating
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Living room
Desk
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 King Beds

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About the area

Thurso

At Forss House Hotel, you'll be 7.1 km (4.4 mi) from Wolfburn Distillery and 8.2 km (5.1 mi) from Thurso Beach. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In the area of this 4-property class Thurso hotel, you'll find Scrabster Ferry Terminal.

What's nearby

  • Thurso Beach - 8 min drive
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive
  • Dunnet Bay Beach - 19 min drive
  • Dunnet Head Lighthouse - 27 min drive
  • Castle of Mey - 29 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Y not bar + grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Commercial - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Top Joes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Robins - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Station Hotel Thurso - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Forss House Hotel

Upscale hotel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Thurso hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Forss House Hotel offers 14 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

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

  • No housekeeping

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

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

More

  • Heating

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 24 December to 2 January:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Forss House Hotel?

Forss House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 29 Jun 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forss House Hotel on 30 Jun 2024 start from NZ$342.51, including 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.

Is parking available at Forss House Hotel?

Yep, Forss House Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Forss House Hotel?

The closest beach to Forss House Hotel is Dunnet Bay Beach (17.6 km).

Does Forss House Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is offered on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forss House Hotel?

No, Forss House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Forss House Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 24 until January 2.

What time are check-in & check-out at Forss House Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Forss House Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at Forss House Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Forss House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 181 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RAFAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The the mean house and nearby accommodations are in a forest settling and absolutely stunning. There are woks outlined on the property which makes your time they are both peaceful and quiet. The staff is exceptionally helpful from check-in to check out and the chef is highly skilled. My dinner was delicious as were both breakfasts. And I'd loved the way they greeted you at the bar settled you with a drink and then took you into dinner, vast managing both the food preparation and serving process to best advantage. This property is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel but expensive.
Stunning hotel but on the expensive side. Food is high end cuisine so don’t expect any simple fayre. The cabin room was beautiful. Evening meal is not cheap but beautifully cooked and presented.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

james finlayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful place
This is a delightful place. Comfortable and very relaxing. Food excelleny
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

George

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What could have and at the price should have been a fabulous stay was let down by a number of things. On arrival we parked up and walked into the reception to check in, carrying heavy bags. After being pointed out the bar, restaurant etc we were then told that our accommodation was an external cottage style room 50m or so away. This was fine except there was not even an offer of assistance with luggage. Once in the room, which was nice, we rested up before subsequently heading back to the main building for dinner. It was on and off rain so we looked for umbrellas, of which there were none. What there was outside the bedroom door was a vacuum cleaner, a roll up bed and piles of fresh laundry. On going to bed we realised that a blind was missing from an external window. So at 10:30 pm we had to get someone to come and put up a temporary one. Such a shame when hotels, especially expensive ones, ask their guests to become their quality control department.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Deanna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst place ever stayed!
I submitted a complaint. The bathroom ceiling was peeling badly, the bathroom shower tiles were mouldy, there were bugs on my towels in the morning and there was a hole at the edge of the bathtub - who know what is coming up there. Considering this was supposed to be a 4 star....I have stayed in two stars with fewer issues. Please look into re rating this establishment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya, Cobble Hill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property in quiet countryside with creek running through it. Excellent restaurant, great atmosphere and very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

james finlayson

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent hotel
Forss house never dissapoints, unique place, characterful, excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful overnight! Beautiful room and dinner. Excellent breakfast and very attentive service from staff throughout stay. Definitely recommend this hotel and hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michal, Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Experience
What a fabulous experience to stay at Forss House Hotel, everything was just perfect, the staff were helpful and nothing too much trouble, Walks available as well, the accommodation was beautifully done, wouldn't hesitate to recommend this Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, superb food
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived very late on a Sunday night after the restaurant closed. The assistant manager, EVAN was incredibly helpful. He got us a sandwich and desert. He spent time talking with us about the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to spend some time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff Beautiful room. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nc500 stay
Beautiful place, excellent food, comfy large bed and quiet, private accommodation. Excellent stop for nc500.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Gary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place bad management
On arrival at the hotel we asked to book to dinner & were promptly told they were fully booked!! After saying this was not acceptable the young guy who seemed to be in charge told us there was nothing he could do & that they emailed me the night before which we never received. He was totally disinterested in the fact that they don’t have restaurant place available for there guests. He gave us a few places they recommended & the one we went to was in a industrial port area about a bar called Popeyes!!! It totally spoiled the whole experience there. If your staying make sure you book a table way in advance as they don’t really care if your a guest in there hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Forss Hotel stay
Only stayed overnight, great breakfast, the room was fine and comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful A very minor gripe no blind in bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022