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4- and 5-star hotels in Wick
A shortlist of 4- and 5-star hotels in Wick, the main town of east Caithness and a gateway to John o' Groats and the far north coast. It is for travellers who want a rated base in or near the town centre, the harbour or the surrounding countryside.
Staying in Wick
Wick was one of Europe's busiest herring ports in the nineteenth century, and its curing yards, harbour and heritage museum still tell that story. It is also a practical base for the far north: John o' Groats is a short drive up the A99, the Castle of Old Wick stands on a sea stack south of town, and the Flow Country peatlands and Caithness archaeology lie within reach. The town has an airport, a railway station on the Far North Line and a compact, walkable centre.
The hotels on this shortlist sit in several parts of the area. Bank Guest House, Church view, Wick Apartment, Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick, 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland and The Clachan Bed And Breakfast are all in or beside the town centre, close to Bridge Street, the river mouth and the railway station. Harbour View Apartment Wick is by the old herring harbour, while Ackergill Tower and Thrumster House lie outside the town, and Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel is far to the north. The mix suits couples and short-break visitors who want to walk to the centre, families needing family rooms or self-catering kitchens, and business travellers who prefer a guest house or apartment near the station.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Ackergill Tower
Ackergill Tower Highlands, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereA 5-star country house stay 3.9 km from Wick, Ackergill Tower pairs its own restaurant and bar with a garden and free car parking. Wedding services and a meeting room make it as workable for celebrations and gatherings as for a quiet break. Guest rating sits at 4.1 out of 5 from 8 reviews. Best suited to travellers who want a formal, self-contained base slightly outside the town.
See Ackergill TowerLangley Cottage
4 Langley Park, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereLangley Cottage is a 5-star self-catering property 0.8 km from the centre, with a kitchen, a fireplace and a patio among its facilities. A garden, spa and tennis court round out the stay, and pets are allowed. It suits families or groups who want space and cooking facilities within walking distance of Wick.
See Langley CottageBank Guest House
28 Bridge St, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe closest of the group to the centre at 0.1 km, Bank Guest House is a 4-star option on Bridge St with free Wifi and free car parking. A surcharge applies to some elements of the stay. It fits visitors who want a simple, centrally placed base in Wick without extra facilities to arrange.
See Bank Guest HouseThrumster House
Thrumster House Thrumster Wick Caithness, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereSet 6.6 km from Wick, Thrumster House is a 4-star property with a garden, lounge and free car parking, plus fishing for guests. Pets are welcome and housekeeping is provided. It suits those who prefer a quieter rural setting over a town-centre location.
See Thrumster HouseHamnavoe John o Groats Hostel
Hamnavoe Roadside, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereHamnavoe John o Groats Hostel is a 4-star base 21.1 km from Wick with family rooms, a kitchen and a beach nearby. Sea views, a lounge and free car parking are among its facilities. Best for families or groups exploring the far north coast who want shared cooking and sleeping space.
See Hamnavoe John o Groats HostelThe Clachan Bed And Breakfast
13 Randolph Place South Road, Wick, United Kingdom
Why stay hereThe Clachan Bed And Breakfast is a 4-star property 0.9 km from the centre with a garden. It is a small, straightforward choice for travellers who want a bed and breakfast base within walking distance of Wick.
See The Clachan Bed And BreakfastCharming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick
14 Northcote Street, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereA 4-star townhouse 0.3 km from the centre on the North Coast 500 route, with a kitchen, family rooms and free car parking. A garden, patio and playground are also on offer. It suits families or groups driving the route who want self-catering space close to Wick's amenities.
See Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland
12 Saltoun Street, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereThis 2-bedroom townhouse sits 0.3 km from the centre with a kitchen, family rooms and free Wifi. Free car parking, laundry service and a safe add convenience. It suits couples or small families who want two bedrooms and cooking facilities in central Wick.
See 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick HighlandHarbour View Apartment Wick
Flat 2 14 Harbour Terrace, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHarbour View Apartment Wick is a 4-star property 0.5 km from the centre with sea views, a kitchen and free car parking. Pets are allowed and laundry service is available. It suits guests who want a self-contained apartment near the harbour.
See Harbour View Apartment WickChurch view
4 Louisburgh Street, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereChurch view is a 4-star property 0.3 km from the centre with family rooms, a kitchen and free car parking. Golf course and horse riding facilities are listed, along with a garden. It suits families or active guests who want self-catering space right in town.
See Church viewNc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home
3 Moray Street, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereNc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home is a 4-star house 0.5 km from the centre with a kitchen, fireplace and garden. Pets are allowed, and free Wifi and free car parking are provided.
See Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday HomeWick Apartment
35 Loch Street, Wick, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereWick Apartment is a 4-star property 0.6 km from the centre with a kitchen, family rooms and free car parking. Pets are allowed, and a garden and wheelchair accessible facilities are among the options. It suits families or guests needing step-free, self-catering accommodation near the centre.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ackergill Tower | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | 3.9 km |
| Langley Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.8 km |
| Bank Guest House | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.1 km |
| Thrumster House | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 6.6 km |
| Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 21.1 km |
| The Clachan Bed And Breakfast | ★★★★ | – | – | 0.9 km |
| Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Harbour View Apartment Wick | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Church view | ★★★★ | Yes | – | 0.3 km |
| Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Wick Apartment | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes | 0.6 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These four have family rooms, and the townhouses and apartment add cots, high chairs and kitchens for self-catering. Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick also has a playground and picnic area, while Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel offers family rooms with a cot further up the coast.
Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick · 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland · Wick Apartment · Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel
Closest to the centre
Bank Guest House is 0.1 km from the centre, with Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick, 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland and Church view all about 0.3 km away. All four put the railway station, the heritage museum and the harbour within a short walk.
Bank Guest House · Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick · 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland · Church view
For pet owners
Langley Cottage, Thrumster House, Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel, Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home and Wick Apartment all allow pets. Langley Cottage and Wick Apartment also offer spas or accessible rooms, and Thrumster House and Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home have gardens and fireplaces.
Langley Cottage · Thrumster House · Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel · Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home · Wick Apartment
Top-rated and higher class
Ackergill Tower is the only 5-star hotel here with a guest rating, 4.1 out of 5 from 8 reviews, and has a bar, restaurant and wedding services. Langley Cottage is also 5-star and 0.8 km from the centre, with a kitchen, garden and spa.
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Wick is served by Wick John o' Groats Airport, about a mile north of the town centre, with flights to Aberdeen. The Far North Line railway connects Wick to Inverness, Thurso and stations in between. By road, the A9 from Inverness crosses the Black Isle and runs up the east coast to Wick; the A99 links Wick to Thurso and John o' Groats. Buses also run between these towns. Within Wick, the centre is compact and walkable, with local buses serving the wider town and nearby villages.
When to go
May to September brings the longest days, with daylight until late evening in June and July, and the best chance of dry weather for coastal walks. Winter days are very short, with sunrise after 8am and sunset before 4pm around the solstice. The Wick Gala, a week-long community event, usually takes place in July. Midges are less of a problem in Wick than in west Scotland, but coastal winds can make it feel cool at any time of year.
Questions, answered
Which hotels are closest to Wick town centre?
Bank Guest House is 0.1 km from the centre, and Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick, 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland and Church view are each about 0.3 km away. Wick Apartment and Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home are slightly further out, at 0.6 and 0.5 km.
Do any of these hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Ackergill Tower, Bank Guest House, Thrumster House, Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel, Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick, 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland, Harbour View Apartment Wick, Church view, Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home and Wick Apartment. Langley Cottage lists parking, but not free parking.
Which hotels allow pets?
Langley Cottage, Thrumster House, Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel, Nc500 Wick Caithness Holiday Home and Wick Apartment all allow pets.
Which hotel is best for families?
Several hotels list family rooms: Hamnavoe John o Groats Hostel, Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick, 2 Bedroom Townhouse on Nc500 Wick Highland and Wick Apartment. Charming Townhouse On North Coast 500 Route Wick also has cots, high chairs, a playground and a picnic area.
Do any hotels have a restaurant or bar?
Ackergill Tower is the only hotel on this list with a bar or lounge and a restaurant. It also lists breakfast, a garden and wedding services.
How do I get to Wick without a car?
You can reach Wick by train on the Far North Line from Inverness, or by plane to Wick John o' Groats Airport from Aberdeen. Buses also connect Wick with Thurso, John o' Groats and Inverness.
How far is John o' Groats from Wick?
John o' Groats is about 17 miles north of Wick by road, along the A99. Buses and taxis serve the route, and it is a common day trip from Wick.