Hallkirk, Halkirk, KW12 6XY, United Kingdom
#3 of 3 hotels in Halkirk
Guests' ChoiceBased on 322 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 1 June 2024
Christine
United KingdomThe layout of the room, but had everything we needed.
The staff were very friendly. The eveing meal was excellent especially the steak special. Breakfast was also delicious, using fresh produce. The haddock, eggs and bread were exceptional.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomNothing!
The hotel had a really wonderful atmosphere and ALL the staff were helpful, fun and very supportive. The room was a good size and the hotel was a great location for traveling around north Scotland. The food and welcome could NOT have been better !
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Matthew
United KingdomBedroom walls & door seemed a little thin to prevent noise from neighbouring rooms.
Comfortable room, lovely public lounge area, and great restaurant.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 27 May 2024
John
United KingdomBed mattress needs renewing. Forgot our dinner reservation.
The bedroom was a good size as was the bathroom, with bath and shower. Dinner was excellent in the bar, we did book the restaurant but someone forgot to put it in the book and it was then fully booked.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Michael
United StatesVery thin bedroom doors. Hear everything outside the door as if there was no door. More solid and soundproof doors are needed.
Beds were comfortable and staff were helpful. Great place to enjoy dinner. Breakfast was very tasty.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Audrey
United KingdomN/A
Large comfortable room excellent food and great staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Alan
United KingdomShower curtain, needs some attention
Staff very helpful, great location and good food.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Carol
United KingdomWe stayed in an executive room in Milton lodge. A bit noisy at night with fire doors just outside our room banging which unfortunately kept setting off our dogs.
This is a really dog friendly hotel Staff were friendly and helpful. Young staff managing bar and bar meals were hard working and lovely. Food was great. Loved the library area to sit and have drinks. Good distance from the Orkney ferry.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 May 2024
Peter
United KingdomThe room was stiflingly hot when I arrived so had to leave the windows as far open as possible throughout, unfortunately my room was directly over the bar/patio so I was unable to get to sleep until very late due to noise.
Comfortable and clean rooms. Good bar and restaurant. Always a treat to stay at the Ulbster.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Wendy
CanadaOur room was very small and some of the furniture was a bit tired.
The hotel was beautifully maintained and decorated. Breakfast was delicious. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Lilian
United KingdomBed against the wall one side
Great location and lovely restaurant. Beautiful small village and river walks.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
David
Isle of ManGood food and lounge. Excellent service from friendly staff. Parking excellent
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Sally
United KingdomI had to wait a while to check in - not a good start
Young enthusiastic staff
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Belinda
United KingdomBreakfast not the best
Great spot while doing the NC500
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Irene
United KingdomBreakfast was very good with plenty of choice.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Colin
United KingdomNothing
We stayed in the clean, comfortable modern Dale lodge, in a very comfy bed. Bijou rather than capacious, it met our needs perfectly. Breakfast was probably the best traditional Scottish full breakfast I have come across. Nice location by the river Thurso.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Mark
United KingdomWould prefer a separate shower as this was just a hand shower in a bath tub.
Nice hotel in quiet location. Very country styled and big on its fishing. Breakfast very good and dinner lovely.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Mcmillan
United KingdomIt was perfect
I didn’t eat breakfast, as I was driving all day, so I wanted to lie in bed a bit longer before another full day of driving. The location was perfect.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Donna
United KingdomFrom the staff to the food to the accommodation. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Jane
United KingdomThere was nothing I didn't like!!
The staff were wonderful. Extremely welcoming and accommodating - as was the hotel itself. The food was exceptional. AAAA
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Sarah
United KingdomHotel was in a quiet village of Halkirk not far from Thurso. Lovely old building with a great Pub/ restaurant on site. Breakfast included and the dinner was lovely. Warm rooms and shower was great! Staff were lovely.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
William
United KingdomGreat location, friendly staff, good rooms and good price. They had a big group eating there and worked well to cover everyone including the larger group. Food was good.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Miles
United KingdomNothing really springs to mind.
Good clean and comfortable accommodation in a lodge, perfect for stopover on a longer journey and accommodated our dog easily. Enjoyed the food on offer both evening and breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Patricia
United KingdomSpotlessly clean and comfortable throughout the whole hotel. Lovely friendly helpful staff. Food was excellent both for our evening meal and breakfast. Excellent value for money. Would stay here again when next visiting the area.
Stayed in April 2024
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