Seaview John O Groats Hotel, John o' Groats ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Caithness, John o' Groats, United Kingdom, KW1 4YR

Rooms at Seaview Hotel

The Seaview Hotel provides a selection of room options for all requirements. Rooms are in the main building and an annex building directly opposite the hotel. The single room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric kettle, carpeted floor and heating and has 1 bed. The spacious double room includes an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, heating, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. This double room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom and offers 1 bed. This family room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom and has 2 beds. This quadruple room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom and has 2 beds. This room has a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. Triple rooms feature a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with shower or bath and complementary toiletries. Bunk rooms are available for those on a budget, and triple rooms are also available. Guests are assured of a comfortable stay with a variety of rooms to cater to different needs. Ironing facilities and garden furniture are available.

Dining With a View

The hotel has a dining room with scenic views. The lounge bar serves more than 100 malt whiskies and guests can take their pick from over 120 gins, including locally produced selections. The bar makes for a place to swap North Coast 500 stories and sample beers, ales and spirits including offerings from John O'Groats brewery. Salmon, smoked and prepared by the head chef, is one of the local dishes on the menu.

Things to do

From the hotel you can explore the 3.5km trail that is rich in archaeological remains such as bronze-age chambered cairns and an iron-age broch. Alternatively, embark on the 6 km walk starting at Wick town centre. Dunnet Forest is situated just past the village of Dunnet, where you should start your walk at Dunnet Forest car park. The hotel offers a warm welcome to canine companions. Dunnet beach can be accessed through the car park of the Seadrift Centre just west of Dunnet village, a sandy beach stretching for around three miles. You can also visit Sannick, where during August and September seals can be seen. At the shell beach called the Ness, you can collect 'Groatie buckies' or cowrie shells, or spot wildlife along the beach.

Location and Proximity

Seaview John O Groats Hotel is 30 km from Wick John O'Groats. Nearby landmarks include Duncansby Head (2.5 km), Canisbay Free Evangelical Church (3 km), Gills Bay (4.5 km), and Puffin Croft Petting Farm & Farm Shop (0.5 km). The 'End to End' journey from Land's End to John O'Groats is 874 miles by road and more than 1200 miles by foot. The hotel boasts views of the Pentland Firth, Stoma and the Orkney Islands. The Castle of Mey is nearby.

Additional Information

The 'Groatie Buckie' is a type of cowrie shell found on the shore between John O'Groats and Duncansby Head. Legend says that if you keep a groatie in your purse. Pods are available for guests who want to keep spending to a minimum.