With panoramic views of the Pentland Firth and the Orkney Isles, Seaview John O Groats Hotel is just half a mile from the John O’Groats ferry terminal. This family-run hotel has a bar and restaurant and offers free parking and Wi-Fi. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with shower or bath and complementary toiletries. There is a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities in all rooms at the Seaview John O Groats Hotel. The hotel has a dining room with scenic views, and a lounge bar where more than 100 malt whiskies are served. Meals are prepared using local produce where possible. Reiss Golf Club is around 13 miles from the hotel, and the town of Wick is less than 30 minutes’ drive away. The Castle of Mey, former holiday home of the Queen Mother, is just over 6 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Quadruple Room
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Sustainability certification

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
6.7
Low score for John O Groats
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • D
    Dominic
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good sized rooms, ground floor locations, clean and tidy with lovely staff and great food.
  • L
    Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Had dinner in the restaurant on the night we arrived, the food was amazing !
  • Carol
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff were great, helpful and friendly, Vegetarian choices at dinner and breakfast, Very good value

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Groatie Room
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Seaview John O Groats Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Games room
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, the rooms are situated in the main hotel building and in the annex building, which is directly opposite the hotel. Rooms are allocated in no particular order in both buildings.

FAQs about Seaview John O Groats Hotel

  • Seaview John O Groats Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Walking tours
    • Horse riding
    • Beach
    • Bike tours
  • The prices at Seaview John O Groats Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Seaview John O Groats Hotel is 650 yards from the centre of John O Groats. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Seaview John O Groats Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Quadruple
  • Check-in at Seaview John O Groats Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Seaview John O Groats Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Groatie Room