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Aurora B&B

3.0 star property
Family-friendly bed & breakfast in Thurso with free breakfast

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Beach
BBQ/picnic Area
Property grounds
Property grounds
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sibmister Road, Murkle, Thurso, Scotland, KW14 8SP
  • Place, Dunnet Bay Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Thurso Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Scrabster Ferry Terminal
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wick (WIC)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

Comfort Double or Twin Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

Family Quadruple Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the area

Thurso

A family-friendly stay in Thurso awaits you at Aurora B&B. You'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Dunnet Bay Beach and 8.8 km (5.5 mi) from Dunnet Bay Distillery. Highlights at this B&B include free breakfast (local cuisine) and free self-parking. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a picnic area and luggage storage. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, including food and water bowls and an off-lead area. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Thurso B&B include Dunnet Head Lighthouse and Castle of Mey.
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What's nearby

  • The Green - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Dunnet Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • North Coast Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Thurso Beach - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Scrabster Ferry Terminal - 9 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Thurso Station - 9 min drive
  • Wick (WIC) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Captain's Galley - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Top Joes - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Upper Deck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Peerie Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Y-Not Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Aurora B&B

Family-friendly bed & breakfast in Thurso with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The family-friendly Aurora B&B also features an arcade/games room, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Thurso bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Aurora B&B offers 2 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. This Thurso bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Art supplies
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • Picnic area
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and an off-lead area are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day.
  • 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per day

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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
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, American Express, debit cards, cash and mobile payments. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Aurora B&B.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitScotland, the National Tourist Board for Scotland.

Property is also known as

AURORA B&B Thurso
AURORA Thurso
AURORA B&B Thurso
AURORA B&B Bed & breakfast
AURORA B&B Bed & breakfast Thurso

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aurora B&B?

Aurora B&B offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Aurora B&B?

Yep, Aurora B&B has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Aurora B&B?

The closest beach to Aurora B&B is Thurso Beach (4.8 km).

Is Aurora B&B family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and art supplies in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aurora B&B is a hit with families.

Does Aurora B&B serve breakfast?

You bet, free local cuisine brekkie is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aurora B&B?

No, Aurora B&B does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aurora B&B?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aurora B&B?

Dogs are welcome at Aurora B&B, with dog exercise areas and food and water bowls on offer.

Aurora B&B Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tour of the Highlands

Richard and Jane are the perfect hosts. From the moment we arrived to the minute we drove away 2 days later. The room was huge, spotless and so comfortable. They were on hand for advice on where to visit, eat out or just there to reassure us that we were welcome in their home. The best way to describe our stay is that as we left it was like leaving friends or family. We felt like we could have stayed on. But we had a schedule to follow. We would Definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely B&B with super hosts

Lovely accommodation and super hosts in the small B&B, very handy for the NC500 route. Big Scottish breakfast was delightful. Safe parking and easy access to the A386.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lei

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ShunNam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around area and lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hosts and lovely property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent B&B

Wonderful stay, we felt welcome as soon as we arrived - great hosts! Very dog friendly! Room was spacious and comfortable, so lovely to have a bath after a long day. Breakfast as excellent, our daughter loved picking what she wanted and said it was her favourite place we stayed all holiday!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathie

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay here!

Wonderful stay with fabulous hosts! We don't normally stay and B&Bs but after this visit we will do so more in the future. GREAT room with king bed, huge bathroom with tons of natural light, all very clean. Breakfast defies words - so yummy. Best of all - two black labs!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Richard and Jane are very special people who go way beyond the normal service provided by a B&B. It was sad having to leave because we have so much in common.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, fabulous breakfast. Jane and Richard really out the effort in to make your stay comfortable and relaxing. Will def stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent all round

What an amazing place to stay. A little outside of Thurso but totally worth booking. The hosts are so welcoming and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. A b & b should have a good bed and a good breakfast, as that's what you're looking for. Aurora excel at both. Such a comfy bed and a great nights sleep and the breakfast is very highly recommended. Try the baked eggs, you won't be disappointed. We're already planning a return visit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aurora B&B was the nices place ive stayed in years. Jane and Richard are wonderful people! Jane saw how exhausted we were and despite our fairly late arrival went above and beyond in the first 5 minutes to help us find dinner. The property was beautiful, clean, quiet, and safe! The beds were comfortable and breakfast was 5 stars. We are so happy we stayed at Aurora B&B! Will do so again at our next opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts were very nice and went to the trouble of getting us a reservation at a local hotel restaurant for dinner. The breakfast in the B&B the next morning was excellent showing the effort that Richard and Jane put into their guest’s experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay and hospitality

We were very much happy in staying in Aurora. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Richard & Jane could not be more welcoming. On our arrival, they both greeted us at the front door and show us around their lovely home. It was cosy, clean and tidy. Our room was equally as good, Very spacious, clean and inviting. The bathroom was especially nice and had an array of bath treats for us to enjoy. Once settled in our room we were made coffee with a side of homemade shortbread & banana and walnut cake. (Which were really tasty). We were provided with a folder covering anything we could possibly need from wifi to local amenities. There was a good selection of breakfast options to choose from including vegetarian. The hosts couldn’t do enough for us throughout the duration of our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wonderful welcome. Good ideas of places to visit. Interesting breakfast menu
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

cara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Couldn’t fault anything! Jane and Richard let us move a stay a day forward as I got our dates wrong We stayed in the room named ORKNEY and it was lovely, comfy big bed and en-suite. Everything was spotless Breakfast was perfect and they were super accommodating to everything! Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021